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You’re in Good Hands: A Specialist’s Guide to Common Hand Conditions

Carpal tunnel syndrome What is carpal tunnel syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome, the most common compression neuropathy, is caused by compression… Read More

by Michael J. Schreck, MD

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Hip Impingement and Labral Tears: What Patients Need to Know

When we see patients in clinic, we figure out where their pain is coming from. One cause of hip pain… Read More

by Christopher Ellingson, MD, FAAOS

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Everything You Need to Know About a Shoulder Replacement

What is shoulder arthritis? Shoulder arthritis is the loss of cartilage lining of the ball in the ball and socket… Read More

by Ryan Barnes, MD

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Muscle Strains: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Welcome back to my blog! I’m Larry Benson, MD, CAQSM, from Ortho On Call and OrthoVirginia. Let’s keep discussing common… Read More

by Larry L. Benson, MD, CAQSM

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When the Pain is an Ankle Sprain

I’m Larry Benson, MD, CAQSM, from Ortho On Call and OrthoVirginia. In a continuation of my last post, I want… Read More

by Larry L. Benson, MD, CAQSM

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Peripheral Entrapment Neuropathies: Non-Spine Nerve Problems

What are entrapment neuropathies? Entrapment neuropathies is the umbrella term for a host of different nerve problems. These problems exist… Read More

by Garry W. K. Ho, MD, FACSM, FAMSSM, FAAFP, CAQSM, RMSK, CIC