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Article - 2 Minute Read
Getting Zaida Back in the Game After a Knee Injury
UPMC Orthopaedic Care is a nationally recognized leader in orthopaedic patient care and outcomes through diagnosis, surgery, rehabilitation, and aftercare. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Greg’s Story: How the Hip Preservation Program Kept a 27-Year-Old Marathoner Moving
When Greg Blobner, 27, was diagnosed with FAI (hip impingement) in both hips, he saw the experts at the Hip Preservation Program for surgery. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Minimally Invasive Shoulder Surgery: What You Need to Know
Shoulder injuries are common, but now, doctors can fix them in less invasive ways. Learn the benefits of arthroscopic shoulder surgery. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Dorothy’s Story: Hip Replacement Surgery to Improve Her Pain
Dorothy underwent a hip replacement procedure with orthopaedic surgeon Terrance Foust, DO, at UPMC Cole in September 2023. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Article - 5 Minute Read
What Are the Symptoms of a Frozen Shoulder?
Learn about frozen shoulder symptoms, why frozen shoulders happen, and what you can do to recover faster and prevent another frozen shoulder. Read More
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What May Cause Your Elbow Pain
Elbow pain is hard to ignore because of how much you use this complex joint. Learn what causes elbow pain and when to seek treatment. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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What Are Bone Spurs (Osteophytes) and How Should I Treat Them?
Bone spurs can form in almost any joint in your body. They're more common as you age or if you have osteoarthritis. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Article - 5 Minute Read
Broken Ankle FAQs with Jorge Bustillo, MD
How do you know if your ankle is just sprained or broken? When do you need surgery? How quickly do broken ankles heal? Get answers from the ankle expert. Read More
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What Causes Foot Arch Pain?
Plantar fasciitis, flat feet, posterior tibial tendonitis, and Achilles tendonitis can all cause foot arch pain. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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.
