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Arthritis and Seasonal Joint Pain: How Cold Weather Affects Your Joints

Jan 22, 2026
Reviewed by Dr. Dustin B. Rinehart TLDR: Cold weather often brings increased joint pain due to changes in temperature and pressure. When temperatures

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Introducing HURT! App: Free After Hours Virtual Orthopedic Consultations

Jul 29, 2024
When you’re injured, the last thing you want is to wait days or weeks for advice. Orthopedic virtual consultations via the HURT! app provide a t

What is a Ganglion Cyst: Causes and Treatment Options

Jul 19, 2024
Reviewed by Doctor David Espinosa Ganglion cysts are noncancerous lumps that commonly develop along the tendons or joints of the wrists or hands. They

What is Shoulder Instability?

Jul 09, 2024
Reviewed by Dr. Robert Hartzler Robert U. Hartzler, M.D., M.S. – TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine. Key Takeaways: “Shoulder instability” means

What Doctor to See for Knee Pain & When

May 15, 2024
Knee pain can be caused by a variety of injuries or conditions. Some main factors that cause this are from age, injury, or activity. But how much pain

What Are the Warning Signs of Osteoporosis?

May 13, 2024
What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition that causes your bones to become more brittle or soft and can lead to people having a higher risk of

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Bunions

Foot & Ankle
Apr 25, 2024
Reviewed by: Justin Robbins, M.D. Bunions, also known as hallux valgus, are bony deformities that occur at the inner aspect of the big toe. This defor