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When you injure a bone, your doctor may recommend an X-ray, MRI or another imaging test to determine what has happened. The right scan depends on...
Joint replacement can be an effective treatment for severe joint damage when pain and reduced mobility continue despite appropriate non-surgical treatment. However, surgery is a major...
Not every bone, joint or muscle problem requires an orthopaedic surgeon. Many common musculoskeletal conditions can initially be assessed and managed by a GP, physiotherapist or...
Sports can improve strength, fitness, coordination and overall health, but training without adequate preparation or recovery can increase the risk of injury. Sprains, muscle strains, tendon...
The terms arthritis and osteoarthritis are often used interchangeably, but they do not mean exactly the same thing. Arthritis is a broad term used for conditions...
Shoulder pain can develop gradually or appear suddenly after an injury. It may come from the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints or other structures around the shoulder,...
Joint Replacement vs Physical Therapy: Which Is Right? When chronic joint pain affects walking, exercise, sleep or everyday activities, patients may eventually hear two very different...
The cost of seeing an orthopaedic specialist in Australia depends on whether you attend a public hospital, private specialist clinic, or another healthcare setting. Your Medicare...
Back pain and muscle strain can feel very similar, particularly when discomfort starts after lifting something heavy, exercising, twisting, or making an awkward movement. However, they...
A furnace that repeatedly turns off before your home reaches the desired temperature can indicate a maintenance issue, airflow restriction, faulty component or safety problem. In...