Low back pain afflicts four out of five people at some point in their lives. However, you don’t have to take this pain lying down. Our doctors say there are proactive measures you can take to eliminate low back pain without the need for surgery…
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As a patient at Heartland Orthopedic Specialists, you are always a partner in your medical care, never simply a subject of it. We curated this section of our Web site to provide you with helpful information on a variety of orthopedic topics, including orthopedic conditions and various orthopedic surgical procedures.
Our goal is to keep you educated and involved in your care every step of the way. The following health articles are meant to give you a general, educational overview of common processes and topics in the orthopedic field. Please be aware that each situation is unique, and no online content can replace one-on-one communication with your doctor.
If you have questions regarding a medical issue, please consult with your specialist at the time of your appointment or call Heartland Orthopedic Specialists at (800) 762-1177, and our staff will be happy to assist you.
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Steroid injections are a useful tool for both the diagnosis of back, neck, leg, and arm pain and the treatment of pain. There are several different types of steroid injections, including epidural injections, facet joint injections, and sacroiliac…
Back and neck pain will afflict nearly 80 percent of Americans at some point in their lifetime. Our therapeutic neuromuscular care doctor says one of the most common causes of that pain is poor posture.
The following tips will keep you…
The ankle joint distributes weight within the foot to allow for mobility. Three bones make…
In young athletes, most injuries to the meniscus are a result of trauma. The menisci are vulnerable to injuries in which there is both compression and twisting across the knee. Meniscus tears are common in contact sports, like football, as well…
A sprain and strain are two different injuries that can occur in the ankle that can be easily confused. However, the injuries affect different parts of the ankle.
A sprain is an injury to a ligament, or the thick, tough tissue that…
Ankle sprains are one of the most common sports-related injuries orthopedic doctors see, but they are often perceived as minor injuries and are easily forgotten. However, injuries to the ankle joint should never be overlooked, as they can often…
A stress fracture is a common sports injury, often occurring in weight-bearing bones, such as the tibia or the bones in the foot. There are typically only a few symptoms related to stress fractures: either a generalized area of pain and…
While a large percentage of tennis players will suffer from tennis elbow at some point in their career, they only make up a small percentage of all reported cases of tennis elbow. Tennis elbow can strike anyone…
In young athletes, most injuries to the meniscus are a result of trauma. The menisci are vulnerable to injuries in which there is both compression and twisting across the knee. Meniscus tears are common in contact…