There are those who lift weights as part of their exercise routine, and then there are the serious weight lifters. The second group are certainly more rigorous and set goals well beyond their own body weight. Whichever group you fit in to, take some care and pay close attention to 5 common shoulder injuries from weight lifting....
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When to See a Specialist for Your Child’s Knee Pain
With the warm weather on its way, parents are likely to be faced with kids complaining of knee pain. They fall, overdo it playing sports, combined with bending, climbing and stretching the wrong way. Sometimes they may complain about it, and then never mention it again. But other times the pain becomes severe and doesn’t go away. It is important to know when to see a specialist for your child’s knee pain. At Carrollton Orthopaedics, we provide comprehensive care to patients suffering from knee pain in Douglasville,...
COVID-19 Update from Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic
Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic is closely following the most up-to-date announcements and information on the known cases of Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19). Because this information is always changing, we will be monitoring all updated from the World Health Organization and Centers for Disease Control. Our offices continue to be open during normal business hours, but if you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, please make sure to contact us via phone prior to your appointment. You may also contact us for any additional questions by calling our office at (770) 834-0873....
7 Ways to Protect Your Joints and Prevent Osteoarthritis
The Arthritis Foundation tells us 27 million Americans suffer from OA, and it’s the most common condition of the joints. If you have osteoarthritis, we don’t have to tell you about the stiffness and discomfort, nor do we need to cite the loss of mobility. If you are beginning to feel joint stiffness, pay attention to these 7 ways to protect your joints and prevent osteoarthritis....
Frequent Causes of Hip Pain and How Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic Can Help
The hip joint is the largest joint in our bodies, and as we age, there are a number of conditions that can lead to hip pain and a reduced range of motion. If you are suffering with minor or long term hip pain, consider the frequent causes of hip pain and how Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic can help....
8 Ways to Easily Treat and Prevent Wrist Pain
Different components of the body are constantly working together in perfect tandem, and if one area is stressed, it can cause a chain reaction of stress and discomfort. If you are currently suffering from persistent wrist pain, this may be a sign of a more serious condition. At Carrollton Orthopaedics, our board-certified orthopaedic physicians specialize in providing comprehensive orthopaedic care to patients in Douglasville, Hiram, Dallas and Carrollton, GA. They will take the time to diagnose your symptoms and discover the best treatment option to help you get back to living pain free....
Clear Causes and Symptoms of a Collapsed Disc
A collapsed disc of the spine can be quite painful and restrictive of your daily activities, and in many cases can become a chronic problem. If you have recurring back or neck pain, it is helpful to understand the clear causes and symptoms of a collapsed disc so you can seek early treatment from Carrollton Orthopaedic Clinic....
Painful Conditions That Can Occur Days After a Car Crash
You’ve just been in a car crash and your adrenaline is pumping. You don’t feel any real pain at the moment, don’t think any bones are broken, and you feel lucky to have escaped any serious injuries, so you head home. In a few days though, you begin to notice pain and some strange stiffness in parts of your body....
Why You May Be Experiencing Hip Pain at Night
You toss, you turn, and you get zero sleep. If that sounds like a regular night for you because of hip pain, you’re probably going to want some relief as soon as possible. The first course of action is to figure out the root of that pain, so here are a few things you may be experiencing, along with some tips on how to help ease the pain....
5 Common Mistakes Patients Make When Getting a Knee Replacement
Knee replacement surgeries are a safe and effective way to help patients improve mobility, have less pain, and resume normal activities. In fact, many patients often wonder why they waited so long to finally address their pain. On the other hand, there are those who are less than satisfied with their decision, and here are some of the biggest mistakes that led them to that unfortunate result....