OrthoEducation

A broken shoulder can happen in an instant—but recovery takes time, patience, and the right treatment. In this episode, we explore proximal humerus fractures, one of the most common shoulder fractures, especially in...

<p>Why does your hip hurt when you sit for long periods, get out of a car, squat, or play sports? In this episode, we explore femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), a common cause of hip and groin pain that occurs when the...

Why does your hip hurt when you sit for long periods, get out of a car, squat, or play sports? In this episode, we explore femoroacetabular impingement (FAI), a common cause of hip and groin pain that occurs when the...

<p>What happens when a bone loses its blood supply? In this episode, we explore avascular necrosis (AVN)—also called osteonecrosis—a condition where part of a bone begins to die because it no longer receives enough...

<p>Flatfeet are common—but when the arch of the foot begins to collapse and pain develops, everyday activities like walking, standing, or exercising can become difficult. In this episode, we explore acquired adult...

<p>Nerves are the body’s communication system—carrying signals that allow you to move, feel, and react. But what happens when that system is disrupted? In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of nerve...

<p>What happens when your bones are pushed just a little too far, day after day? In this episode, we break down the fascinating story behind stress fractures—tiny cracks in bone that develop over time from repeated...

<p>In this episode, we take a closer look at glenoid labral tears, a common but often misunderstood cause of shoulder pain and instability. The labrum is a ring of cartilage that helps keep the shoulder joint stable...

<p>In this episode, we explore sciatica, a common condition that causes pain to travel from the lower back through the buttock and down the leg. Sciatica occurs when the sciatic nerve—the largest nerve in the...

<p>In this episode, we take a closer look at shin splints, one of the most common causes of lower leg pain in runners, walkers, and athletes. Shin splints—also known as medial tibial stress syndrome or tibial...

<p>Ouch on the Inside: Understanding MCL Sprains of the Knee breaks down one of the most common knee injuries seen in sports and everyday activity. In this episode, we explain what the medial collateral ligament (MCL)...

<p>Back Under Pressure: Osteoporosis and Compression Fractures explores one of the most common—and often misunderstood—spine injuries affecting older adults. In this episode, we break down what spinal compression...

<p>In this episode, we take a clear, practical look at Dupuytren’s contracture—a common hand condition that can cause fingers to gradually bend toward the palm and make everyday tasks more difficult. We break down what...

<p>Breaking the Shin: Understanding Tibial Shaft Fractures explores one of the most common serious injuries to the lower leg—the fracture of the tibial shaft, or shinbone. In this episode, we explain how these fractures...

<p>Out of Joint: A Deep Dive into Shoulder Instability breaks down why the shoulder can feel loose, slip, or even pop out of place—and what can be done about it. Because the shoulder is the most mobile joint in the...