It may feel exciting to ramp up your fitness goals at the beginning of the new year, but your body needs time to adjust to new routines. If you rush the process too much, you run the risk of getting injured, and that will really throw off your resolutions. At Bone & Joint Specialists in […]
Tennis elbow has a reputation for being a sports injury, but plenty of people feel that sharp pain in their elbow without ever picking up a racket. At Bone & Joint Specialists, Orthopedic & Spine Center, we see this condition all the time in people who don’t play tennis at all. If you live in […]
If you wake up in the morning and feel a sharp pain in your heel with those first few steps, you might be dealing with plantar fasciitis. Our team of board-certified orthopedic surgeons at Bone & Joint Specialists, including foot and ankle surgeon Dr. James Hong, regularly treats this condition in patients from Merrillville, Highland, and Hobart. We can […]
Living with sciatica pain can be frustrating. It can come and go, flare up after certain activities, or linger for days. For some people, it gets better with rest and simple care. But if your pain is sticking around or making it harder to move, you may wonder if things are getting worse. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons at Bone & […]
It does not take much to injure your wrist — a slip on the ice, a fall during sports, or an awkward twist while lifting something heavy. If that happened to you, you might be wondering if your wrist is broken or just sprained. At Bone & Joint Specialists in Merrillville, Highland, and Hobart, Indiana, our board-certified orthopedic […]
If you’re dealing with back pain from a spinal fracture, it can be hard to get through your day, let alone enjoy the things you used to. Vertebroplasty is a potential treatment that can help you live a more normal life again. Bone & Joint Specialists offers expert care from board-certified surgeons in Merrillville, Highland, and Hobart, […]
Knee injuries are among the most common reasons athletes end up sidelined. Whether you’re playing basketball, running track, or competing on the soccer field, you’re putting constant pressure on your knees. Bone & Joint Specialists Orthopedic & Spine Center treats athletes across all activity levels. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons regularly diagnose and manage sports-related knee injuries in Merrillville, Highland, […]
A shoulder injury can sneak up on you. One minute you’re lifting something at work or finishing a workout, and the next you’ve got pain, limited movement, or a clicking sensation that won’t quit. These can all be signs of a SLAP tear, a common but often overlooked shoulder issue. At Bone & Joint Specialists, […]
May is Women’s Health Month, which makes it the perfect time to talk about a condition that affects millions of women: osteoporosis. Women are especially vulnerable to bone loss, but there are things you can do to stay strong, active, and ahead of potential issues. At Bone & Joint Specialists, Orthopedic & Spine Center, we […]
Joint pain doesn’t have to mean giving up movement. In fact, exercising is one of the best ways to keep your joints healthy and your muscles strong. The good news is you don’t have to push through high-impact workouts to stay active. Water-based exercise is a gentle way to support your joints and muscles without added strain. […]
