You know that commercial on TV where Sally Field plays happily with her dog or her grandkids and she talks about bone health? She's pitching a prescription med that allegedly helps you retain or build bone mass. I pay little attention to such ads on TV but there's a line in that ad that makes me almost shiver each time I hear it: "I've got this one body and this one life..." The implication is that she needs this medicine to protect her "one body and one life."
When I hear that line, I get...
Advanced osteoarthritis of the hip that has not responded to the standard, conservative treatments is typically treated with hip... Read more »
I saw my orthopedic surgeon yesterday and he is going to inject both my hips with a steroid shot this afternoon. He is going to call me... Read more »
In a friendly way, I want to wish you a Happy Valentine's Day. Mom sent me a card that was so beautiful, I cried. She must know how hard... Read more »
Valentine's day is traditionally for lovers, but this year I want to spread the love. My husband will get special attention this year, as... Read more »
Many jobs require a whole lot of time on your feet. After a long day of pounding, everything can hurt from heel to toe. Whether you are a... Read more »
A new study suggests that eating protein may help elderly people avoid hip fractures. Researchers say that protein-rich foods like meat, cheese,... Read more »
Source: eOrthopod
Authors of a small study have found that hip arthroscopies can be an effective and safe tool for managing hip disorders. The advantages of... Read more »
Source: eOrthopod
Many seniors put off having a total hip replacement despite the pain and loss of function that the arthritic joint is causing. They are afraid that... Read more »
Source: eOrthopod
Patients are surprised after a total hip replacement by how much it can hurt those first few days. They do okay while sitting or resting, but once... Read more »
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