Recovering After Joint Replacement

Joint replacement surgery is a commonly performed procedure. Following the procedure, it is essential for patients to take some time out and recover sufficiently. In this article, we shall briefly look at how one can recover following a joint replacement. Types of Joint Replacement The recovery period following joint replacement varies depending on the joint …

Prevention of Infection After Joint Replacement

Risk Factors For Development of an Infection Before we discuss how exactly infection can be prevented, it is important to recognize why exactly a patient would develop an infection following joint replacement. There are certain factors that can predispose an individual being tailored to developing an infection. A low immunity level or the presence of …

Posture and Your Hips

Posture and Hips Good posture is essential for musculoskeletal health. While health professionals once recommended “standing up straight” as the way to achieve and maintain good posture, today’s experts take a much more advanced and effective approach. They (1) analyze all structures that affect posture (2) determine which structures may be causing posture deviations (3) …

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)

What is Magnetic Resonance Imaging? Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRI, is a noninvasive diagnostic tool used to create three-dimensional images of the inside of the human body. These images are similar to images produced by a CT scan, but MRI scans are able to produce more detailed images of the body’s soft tissues. These clearer …

Is Cracking Your Knuckles Bad For Your Joints?

“Is cracking your knuckles bad for your joints?” At some point in their life, everyone has thought about it. The popular habit feels so good but sounds so wrong. While there are loads of opinions regarding knuckle cracking and joint health, there are only a couple facts. Before digging into them, it is important to …