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Needle Aponeurotomy: Treating Dupuytren’s Contracture
While fairly uncommon, Dupuytren’s Contracture is a disease that can drastically affect the quality of life of patients afflicted with it and can be hard to detect until the symptoms have already progressed greatly. Fortunately, needle aponeurotomy has been proven to be a highly effective treatment for halting or even reducing the disease’s progression.
Learn all you need to know about Dupuytren’s Contracture and Needle Aponeurotomy with Dr. Ashford, so you can effectively identify if you might be affected and get the most adequate treatment.
Bone Health: Are You Taking Care of Your Bones?
Your bones do a lot for you: They support and hold up your body, help you keep in motion, and protect your organs, among various other critical functions, comprising your skeleton. But are you giving such a vital structure of your body the care it deserves?
Dr. Ashford tells you all you need to know about bone health, and shares some bone-afide trusty advice to help maintain healthy and strong bones.
Sports Injuries: All You Need to Know
Sports injuries are lesions and musculoskeletal issues that typically occur in the course of physical exercise or sports. However, sports injuries are not exclusive to athletes, as anyone can suffer them. For example, construction workers can be affected by tennis elbow or shoulder injuries, a programmer or an architect can develop tendinitis, a painter can get bursitis, etc. None of these persons are necessarily participating in any sport. Still, these issues tend to affect people who are more physically active and thus are closely related to the musculoskeletal system, which comprises tendons, muscles, ligaments, bones, and related tissue. Dr. Ashford tells you everything you need to know about sports injuries so you can identify them when being affected by one, and seek proper treatment.
Who is the Ideal Candidate for Robotic Knee Replacement in Georgia?
Robotic knee replacement has transformed the field of orthopedic surgery, offering patients a cutting-edge option for restoring mobility and reducing knee pain. While the benefits of robotic-assisted knee replacement are recognized by many, determining who’s the right candidate is key for achieving life-changing results. By understanding patient suitability, the procedure may deliver its full potential and provide better alignment, faster recovery, and lasting relief.
Understanding Hardware Removal Recovery
When it comes to healing from a fracture or injury, proper cast care plays a vital role in ensuring a successful recovery. Casts are designed to immobilize and protect the affected area, giving your body the stability it needs to heal. However, maintaining your cast isn’t just about comfort—it’s about preventing complications, promoting healing, and getting you back to your daily life faster.
Whether it’s your first time with a cast or you’re looking for a refresher, Dr. Ashford’s tips will help you during the recovery process with confidence and ease.
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Cast Care the Right Way
When it comes to healing from a fracture or injury, proper cast care plays a vital role in ensuring a successful recovery. Casts are designed to immobilize and protect the affected area, giving your body the stability it needs to heal. However, maintaining your cast isn’t just about comfort—it’s about preventing complications, promoting healing, and getting you back to your daily life faster.
Whether it’s your first time with a cast or you’re looking for a refresher, Dr. Ashford’s tips will help you during the recovery process with confidence and ease.