Tag: Cunningham Orthopaedics
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New treatment shows promise for Achilles tendonitis and other chronic tendon injuries
During recent years, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has grown in popularity for treating chronic tendon problems. Many famous athletes have turned to this treatment so that they can return more quickly to competition. Our blood is mainly a liquid called plasma. It also contains red cells, white cells and platelets. The platelets, known for their importance…
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New treatment shows promise for Achilles tendonitis and other chronic tendon injuries
During recent years, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has grown in popularity for treating chronic tendon problems. Many famous athletes have turned to this treatment so that they can return more quickly to competition. Our blood is mainly a liquid called plasma. It also contains red cells, white cells and platelets. The platelets, known for their importance…
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New treatment shows promise for Achilles tendonitis, other chronic tendon injuries
During recent years, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) has grown in popularity for treating chronic tendon problems. Many famous athletes have turned to this treatment so that they can return more quickly to competition. Our blood is mainly a liquid called plasma. It also contains red cells, white cells and platelets. The platelets, known for their importance…
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Do you suffer from knee pain?
Don’t let knee pain stop you. Many people suffer from osteoarthritis, a condition in which the natural cushioning between the joints wears away. When this happens, the bones of the joints rub closely against one another with less of the shock absorbing benefits of cartilage. The rubbing results in pain, swelling, stiffness, decreased ability to move,…
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Don’t let knee pain stop you
Many people suffer from osteoarthritis, a condition in which the natural cushioning between the joints wears away. When this happens, the bones of the joints rub closely against one another with less of the shock absorbing benefits of cartilage. The rubbing results in pain, swelling, stiffness, decreased ability to move, and the formation of bone spurs.…
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Do you suffer from knee pain?
Don’t let knee pain stop you. Many people suffer from osteoarthritis, a condition in which the natural cushioning between the joints wears away. When this happens, the bones of the joints rub closely against one another with less of the shock absorbing benefits of cartilage. The rubbing results in pain, swelling, stiffness, decreased ability to move,…
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Is shoulder pain keeping you up at night?
Shoulder injuries are frequently caused by athletic activities that involve excessive, repetitive overhead motion. Examples of this are swimming, tennis, pitching and weightlifting. In addition, everyday activities such as gardening, house cleaning, window washing and hanging curtains can cause injury. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, if you are experiencing pain in your shoulder, ask…
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Do you suffer from knee pain?
Don’t let knee pain stop you. Many people suffer from osteoarthritis, a condition in which the natural cushioning between the joints wears away. When this happens, the bones of the joints rub closely against one another with less of the shock absorbing benefits of cartilage. The rubbing results in pain, swelling, stiffness, decreased ability to…
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Is shoulder pain keeping you up at night?
Shoulder injuries are frequently caused by athletic activities that involve excessive, repetitive overhead motion. Examples of this are swimming, tennis, pitching and weightlifting. In addition, everyday activities such as gardening, house cleaning, window washing and hanging curtains can cause injury. Warning signs of a shoulder injury: According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgery, if…