Back pain can be a debilitating and distressing condition. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2019, 39% of adults were estimated to suffer from some form of back pain. While there are many potential causes of back pain, one common issue is a pinched nerve in the back. Pinched nerves can … Read more
Surgical mesh is a medical device commonly used to repair hernias and pelvic organ prolapse. While it can be an effective treatment option for some patients, it has also been linked to several serious complications, including: Mesh erosion: This occurs when the mesh wears through the surrounding tissue, causing pain, infection, and other problems. Organ … Read more
Motor vehicle accidents are, unfortunately, all too common on our roadways. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 6,063,428 police-reported non-fatal traffic crashes occurred in 2021, resulting in countless back injuries experienced by those involved. Back injuries can have a profound impact on an individual’s quality of life, leading to pain, discomfort, and sometimes … Read more
Car accidents can be traumatic, resulting in a wide range of car accident injuries, including upper arm pain. While it may be tempting to dismiss such discomfort as a minor inconvenience, upper arm pain after a car accident can signal underlying issues that should not be overlooked. This article will explore common causes, symptoms, and … Read more
A car accident can be a life-altering event, leaving individuals grappling with physical, emotional, and financial repercussions. When it comes to resolving the financial aspects of such incidents, car accident settlements play a crucial role. A car accident settlement is an agreement between parties to address financial claims and disputes stemming from the accident. These … Read more
The spleen is a delicate organ, located directly under the ribcage on the left side of the body. This fist sized organ helps the body fight infection and filter blood, making it both vitally important, while also extremely vulnerable. Any sort of forceful impact, trauma, or blow to the left side of the abdomen has … Read more
The number of people living in the United States needing hip replacement surgery (also known as hip arthroplasty) has skyrocketed in recent years, jumping from 310,800 in 2010 to more than 450,000 per year in 2020 according to a report from the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality. The average age of patients undergoing hip … Read more
Escalators have become universal in our daily lives, allowing us to move between different levels of buildings, such as shopping malls, airports, and subway stations. While these moving staircases are known for their efficiency and convenience, they also carry the potential for accidents. In this post, we will explore what happens when you are involved … Read more
One of the basic elements of treating a patient at a hospital who has a suspected fracture is to order X-Rays and other imaging to rule out a fracture. Unfortunately, even if the radiologist interpreting the X-Ray notes it shows a fracture, patients are sometimes discharged from the hospital and told they do not have a fracture. If … Read more
above image of Calcaneus Fracture by Jojo shared via CC BY-SA 3.0 A fracture to your heel, or calcaneus bone, can be very painful and disabling. In some instances, mainly before displacement, it can be treated without surgery. However, if the fracture becomes displaced this can lead to the need for surgery. This surgery can include fusion … Read more