Orthopaedics

Orthopaedics is the study of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and more. With good orthopaedic health, you move better and feel better, so you can make the most out of everyday life. Learn more from the experts at UPMC Orthopaedic Care about common conditions, treatment options, and recovery – as well as hear from the patients we’ve helped to get moving again.

Here, you’ll find information about:

Exercise and Osteoporosis.
Treating and Preventing Back Pain.
Joint Replacement Surgery.
Preventing Common Summer Orthopaedic Injuries.
Osteoporosis and Yoga.
Arthritis.
Should You Use Ice or Heat for Joint Pain?
Much more about Orthopaedics.

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Medical Mondays: Joint Replacement

April 13, 2015

Learn more about joint replacement surgery, recovery, and prevention in this edition of Medical Mondays. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: joint, joint pain, knee replacement, malunion, medical mondays, nonunion, orthopaedic surgery, physical therapy, rehabilitation, reverse shoulder replacement, rotator cuff, shoulder replacement
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Your Knee Replacement Recovery Plan

April 11, 2015

You will be able to use a walker or crutches a few days after knee replacement surgery. Find out how you can regain mobility and return to daily activities. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: arthritis, joint exercises, knee replacement recovery, knee replacement surgery, medical mondays, physical therapy, surgery
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What to Expect During Physical Therapy

April 9, 2015

Physical therapy helps you regain mobility and function after joint replacement surgery. Putting in the hard work helps you get active again. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Rehabilitation
Tagged with: building strength, chronic joint pain, joint pain, joint replacement, knee replacement surgery, medical mondays, physical therapy, rehabilitation
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What Is Reverse Shoulder Replacement Surgery?

April 8, 2015

In cases of a severe rotator cuff injury, coupled with arthritis in the shoulder, a reverse shoulder replacement may be the best treatment option. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: arthroplasty, joint replacement, medical mondays, orthopaedic surgery, reverse shoulder replacement, rotator cuff, rotator cuff surgery, shoulder, shoulder replacement
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What Is ACL Reconstruction Surgery?

April 5, 2015

ACL reconstruction surgery is a minimally invasive procedure that uses grafts to reconstruct the torn ligament. Learn what to expect from procedure. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: ACL, acl injury, acl reconstruction, acl surgery, acl tear, blood clots, knee injury, medical monday, medical mondays, surgery
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ACL Tear Symptoms and Treatment Options

April 3, 2015

You should seek treatment quickly if you have an ACL tear to have the best possible recovery. Know the signs and your treatment options for your ACL injury Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: ACL, acl exercises, acl injury, acl injury symptoms, acl recovery, acl rehabilitation, acl repair, acl surgery, acl tear, acl tear symptoms, injury, medical mondays, physical therapy
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What to Expect After Shoulder Replacement Surgery

April 2, 2015

After shoulder replacement surgery, you will have weeks of limited activity followed by months of physical therapy. Learn more about the recovery process. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: arthroplasty, medical mondays, physical therapy, shoulder, shoulder arthroplasty, shoulder pain, shoulder replacement recovery, shoulder replacement surgery, surgery
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Malunion or Nonunion Fracture: What’s the Difference?

March 20, 2015

Malunion and nonunion fractures are two types of bone healing complications. Here's what you need to know about the conditions. Learn More

Categorized as: Orthopaedics
Tagged with: bone surgery, fracture, MaCalus V. Hogan, malunion, nonunion, orthopaedics, osteotomy

$Get the facts on malunion vs nonunion fractures$
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Age-Related Spine Problems

March 16, 2015

Learn more about age-related spine conditions, including disc herniation and spinal stenosis, and discover how you can find relief from back pain Read More

Medically Reviewed by UPMC Orthopaedic Care
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, Spine Health
Tagged with: age-related problems, arthritis, disc herniation, herniated disc, James Kang MD, osteoporosis, physical therapy, spine