A woman’s body undergoes many changes to prepare and provide care for bringing a new child into the world. During these times surrounding pregnancy and the birth of a new child, a woman undergoes changes in hormonal balance, body fluid levels and weight. What many women don’t realize is that these natural dynamic processes contribute […]
orthopedics
What is osteoarthritis of the elbow? Can PRP or Stem Cell treatments help?
Have you heard doctors tell you that you have “bone on bone” arthritis? It’s likely then, that you have very little or no cartilage left in your joint to work as a shock absorber for the bone ends. Osteoarthritis is the wearing down or loss of articular cartilage in a joint. A joint is the […]
Can Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) help my tennis or pickleball elbow?
Tennis elbow (or lateral epicondylitis) is an elbow tendinopathy, or problem with tendons around the elbow. Tendons are the portion of a muscle/tendon unit that attaches to bone for the muscle to exert its function. Lateral epicondylitis can cause elbow pain, especially with overuse from playing sports which utilize holding/swinging a racket or paddle like […]
Can Stem Cells help my arthritis pain?
Joints are the contact areas between bones. Cartilage covers the bone at these contact surfaces to act as a sort of cushion to protect the bone ends from stress/forces. Arthritis involves inflammation of joints. Different things can cause protective cartilage layers to wear away or even breakdown. Interestingly, not all patients with arthritis have pain. […]
Treatments for Dupuytren’s Disease
Dupuytren’s contracture is a hand condition that can lead to problems with function and movement of the fingers, making normal, everyday activities difficult. There are, however, a number of treatments available to help slow down the progression of the disease and improve motion in the affected fingers. The hand is intricately composed of many different […]
Treatment of Distal Radius Fractures
If you trip and fall, it is natural to put your hands out to protect yourself and break your fall. A distal radius fracture is a common wrist fracture that often results from falls on an outstretched arm, especially among older people. This injury also tends to happen to young adults when engaging in high-impact […]
What You Need to Know About the Coronavirus – and How to Protect Yourself and Those You Love
The Civil War, Pearl Harbor, 9/11 … America has faced many adversities in its history and has managed to emerge stronger in the aftermath. But how do you fight and defeat an invisible medical enemy – especially one as seemingly challenging as the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic? The first step to overcoming any crisis of […]
Common Types of Wrist Surgery
Pain in the hand and wrist may have many causes, including injuries and health conditions. Some of these injuries and conditions, when diagnosed early, may not need invasive surgery. However, this isn’t always possible. There are circumstances when wrist surgery is necessary to help bring you relief and restore your mobility. Here are some common […]
How to Find the Best Hand Surgeon in the Chicago North-West Suburbs
We use our hands for everything but can take them for granted sometimes. Long hours of work, strenuous sports, and accidents can lead to injuries and conditions that negatively impact the hands. When a problem occurs, we certainly do not want to entrust our hands to the wrong doctor. The first step in ensuring we […]
What to Expect for Hand Surgery in the Chicago North-West Suburbs
From simple activities, such as opening the door, to the most extreme ones, like participating in sports, the hand can perform numerous essential and complex functions. Any injury to its underlying parts can interfere with your daily activities. Hence, getting a proper medical evaluation before any form of treatment like surgery is necessary to minimize […]
Stem Cell Therapy for Hand Pain
Treatment for hand pain can range from noninvasive (rest, anti-inflammatory medication, ice or heat, physical therapy) to minimally invasive (stem cell therapy or platelet-rich plasma therapy) to fully invasive procedures, such as arthroscopic surgery or a total joint replacement. If you are suffering from hand pain, consider your options in regenerative medicine – in particular, […]
Different Types of Arthritis
There are well over 100 forms of arthritis and related diseases. The most common of these being osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Arthritis can present itself in a number of different ways. Some may only experience arthritis joint pain in their knees when the weather outside gets damp. Others may feel pain with every […]
