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Do I Need a Hip Replacement? Here are the SignsHERE ARE THE SIGNS YOU NEED A HIP REPLACEMENTTotal hip arthroplasty, which is another name for hip replacement surgery, might be an option if hip pain is getting in the way of daily life and non-surgical treatments...

Think You Have a Brain Tumor? Here Are The Signs and SymptomsDO I HAVE A BRAIN TUMOR? SIGNS AND SYMPTOMSBrain cancer happens when cells that should not be there grow in your brain. Tumors are made by cancer cells, and depending on the type of tumor, they can grow...

Most Common Sports Injuries and How to Treat ThemMOST COMMON SPORTS INJURIES AND HOW TO TREAT THEMAnyone playing sports can encounter an injury, from beginners to professionals. Sports injuries are very common, but thankfully, there are many ways to help prevent...

What are Common Orthopedic Issues in Men?Common Orthopedic Issues in MenMen and women can experience the majority of musculoskeletal problems, including bones, joints, and muscles, almost equally. However, based on gender, some distinctions do stand out. Males are...

Back Pain 101: When It’s Time to See a Spine SpecialistBack Pain 101: When It’s Time to See a Spine SpecialistBack pain is one of the most common types of pain that can be life-altering and debilitating. Knowing when it is time to see a spine specialist can be a bit...

How Do I Know When It’s Time For A Knee Replacement? How Do I Know When It’s Time For A Knee Replacement? How do I know when it’s time for a knee replacement? It’s a great question. If you’re thinking about having knee replacement surgery, you want to make sure the...

NEW “ONE-DAY” TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT IS PERFECT OPTION FOR MANYBenefits of Total Knee Replacement at an ASCThere are many reasons why people of different ages need a total knee replacement (TKR): arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and posttraumatic injuries, to name a...

HOW TO TRAIN FOR A 5K: PART 1 OF 3-PART SERIES Part 1 of 3Training for a race can add a new challenge and level of excitement to any workout routine. Races occur almost any given weekend all over the Upstate. Running a 5K, or 3.1 miles, is a great distance for...

HOW TO TRAIN FOR A 5K: PART 2 OF 3-PART SERIES Part 2 of 3 Congratulations! You’ve made it to the second phase of training for your first 5K. Week three and four of your training regimen focus on building endurance. According to an article published by Runner’s World,...

HOW TO TRAIN FOR A 5K: PART 3 OF 3-PART SERIES Part 3 of 3 You’ve made it to the final two weeks of training! How you spend the final phase before the big day is critical to the outcome of your race. Your fifth-week regimen should focus on maintaining a comfortable...

SMART RUNNING: A GUIDE TO RECOVERY What you should know Whether it is your first 5k or your 50th, knowing how to recover is an important part of being a smart runner. The significance of recovery is usually overlooked because of all the time spent focusing on training...

Carpal Tunnel Specialist in Spartanburg, Duncan, and Greenville, SC What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a common cause of hand pain and numbness. In the US, as many as 10 million people experience some symptoms of CTS each year, and...