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Delivering Care During COVID-19: Telemedicine Makes Follow-Up Visits Easy for UPMC Orthopaedic Care Trauma Patients
During the COVID-19 pandemic, UPMC had to adapt to telemedicine. Learn more from the experts at UPMC. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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New Therapy Delivers Pain Relief for Knee Replacements
Discomfort is expected after a knee replacement procedure. For some, a new therapy may help lessen their pain during recovery. Learn more. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Arthritis?
How much do you know about arthritis? Take our 5-question quiz to find out! Start Quiz
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Aubrey’s Story: Orthopaedic Surgery After a Skydiving Accident
After 20 years working as a paramedic, Aubrey Brewer had assisted with thousands of medical emergencies. But a skydiving accident placed her at the center of her own. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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UPMC HealthBeat Podcast: Can Your Joints Really Predict the Weather?
Can your joints really predict the weather? Are fish oil supplements good for bone health? Albert Lin, MD, Chief of Shoulder Surgery and Associate Chief of Sports Medicine at UPMC weighs in on some old wives tales and lists some simple things you can do to promote joint health. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics, UPMC HealthBeat Podcast
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Sprains, Tendonitis, Bursitis, and More: Do You Know the Difference?
Sprains, strains, fractures, tendonitis, and bursitis are all orthopaedic injuries. But all are different. Learn the basics of each condition. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Most Common Joint Injuries and How to Prevent Them
Common joint injuries include ACL, rotator cuff, sprains, strains, and overuse injuries. Learn tips for keeping your joints strong. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
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Have Arthritis? These Foods Are Good for You
Arthritis can impact your quality of life, but eating more of these foods for joint health can help reduce inflammation and manage arthritis pain and stiffness. Read More
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Orthopaedic Surgeon At UPMC Jameson Offers Wide Awake Hand Surgery Technique
Being wide awake during carpal tunnel and other tendon repair surgeries has many benefits for patients. Learn more about WALANT. Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics is the study of the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and more. With good orthopaedic health, you move better and feel better, so you can make the most out of everyday life. Learn more from the experts at UPMC Orthopaedic Care about common conditions, treatment options, and recovery – as well as hear from the patients we’ve helped to get moving again.
Here, you’ll find information about:
- Exercise and Osteoporosis.
- Treating and Preventing Back Pain.
- Joint Replacement Surgery.
- Preventing Common Summer Orthopaedic Injuries.
- Osteoporosis and Yoga.
- Arthritis.
- Should You Use Ice or Heat for Joint Pain?
- Much more about Orthopaedics.
