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Will My Insurance Cover Orthopedic Treatments?

Orthopedic treatments are medical procedures that involve the musculoskeletal system, such as bones, muscles, joints, and ligaments....

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Everything You Need to Know About Sciatica

Sciatica is a common but potentially excruciating condition causing low back pain that typically travels down one leg. Many people...

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Understanding Hip Diseases

The hip joint is a major weight-bearing joint that supports your upper body and provides stability. However, the hip can be prone to...

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Common Winter Orthopedic Issues

As the weather gets colder in Michigan and we spend more time indoors, it's not uncommon for orthopedic issues to crop up. Here are some...

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How to Prevent Body Aches and Joint Pain When You’re Sick Over the Winter

When you’re sick over the winter, the last thing you want is to be dealing with body aches and joint pain on top of everything else....

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How to tell if you Need Medical Attention after a Fall and what you Should do Next

A fall can be a minor mishap or a serious event. Understanding the difference is important so that you can get the care you need, when...

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Orthopedic Issues During Pregnancy

Orthopedic issues in pregnancy can be divided into two broad categories: those that occur as a result of the added weight and strain of...

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Orthopedic Injuries in Kids: How to Keep Them Safe This Fall

Fall is a great time of year for kids. The leaves are changing color, the weather is cooler, and best of all - it's time for sports!...

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Musculoskeletal System Supplements: Which Ones Should You Take?

If you're looking to improve your musculoskeletal system, you're not alone. Many people are interested in maintaining healthy bones,...

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Traumatic Injuries: The Importance of a Customized Treatment Plan

Traumatic injuries can be life-altering. When you suffer a traumatic injury, it is important to have a customized treatment plan to...

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8 Tips for Staying Positive When Recovering from an Injury

Injuries can be physically and emotionally draining. It is hard to stay positive when you are in the midst of recovering from an injury,...

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Occupational Therapy Month Spotlight: How Orthopedic Patients Can Benefit from This Type of Therapy

Did you know that April is Occupational Therapy Month? This is a great time to learn more about what occupational therapy is and how it...

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ACL Tear, What you Need to Know

An ALC tear is a fairly common injury in athletes. It can be caused by a direct hit to the area, or by repetitive motion. Recovery times...

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How to prevent common sports injuries in women and girls

Did you know that February is National Girls and Women in Sports Month? This is a great time to learn about how to prevent common sports...

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Winter Sports and the Importance of Stretching

Winters are an inevitable part of living in Michigan and if you can get past the cold, winter can actually be a beautiful and peaceful...

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How to Recover from the Stress of a Car Accident

If you've been involved in a car accident, even if it's a minor one, you're probably feeling stressed out. Between dealing with insurance...

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Tips for Winter Joint Pain Relief

The winter months can be tough on your joints. Cold weather and snow shoveling, ice skating, skiing, and other activities that involve...

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How to Prevent Carpal Tunnel

The pandemic changed everything including how many people are now working from home. With millions of the workforce and a lot more...

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Signs of Stress Fractures After a Car Accident

Nearly three million drivers suffer injuries and about two million drivers suffer permanent injuries from car accidents each year. Major...

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Preventing Repetitive Stress Injuries in Youth Sports

Sports are a great way for kids to become social, learn how to play as a team member, and stay fit but injuries can occur. With a little...