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  • How to prevent low back pain

    According to the ACP in the Annals of Internal Medicine, the most common reason for visiting a doctor in 2016 was low back pain. It is believed that ¼ of adults in America suffered from low back pain at least once in the previous 3 months1. If you take into consideration the number of patients that visit our Orthopaedic Surgery Wellington center for this very reason every day, then this data seems accurate. Low back pain is a common condition that can be caused by many different factors, such as not getting enough exercise, or on the contrary, having too much high-intensity workouts that overburden the back.

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  • What you need to know about these common sports injuries

    Sports Medicine is a branch of medicine that deals with the treatment and prevention of fitness-related conditions. Here at Palm Beach Orthopedic Institute, many of our orthopedic doctors specialize in sports medicine. We provide medical care to many professional athletes, as well as patients with a very active lifestyle, who work out or play sport on a regular basis. Our physicians have vast experience with treating common sports injuries, most of which could be avoided if the patient knew ways of preventing such contusions. Therefore, we decided to provide our patients with a simply guide about the most common sports injuries. Keep reading to find out HOW you can prevent such injuries from occurring and WHERE to look for help when they do.

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  • Help! My back is in so much pain!

    Is your back giving you a hard time? In a time of long commutes, 10-hour-work days and Netflix, it’s really not difficult to aggravate your spine. Usually, the problem is a lack of preventive measures and improper posture. However, the pain may indicate a more serious condition that may require medication or even back surgery. If you suffer from persistent back pain, i.e. for a few days in a row, make sure to schedule an appointment with our Orthopedic Surgeon in Palm Beach Gardens.

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  • Is Low Back Pain (LBP) avoidable?

    Low Back Pain is one of the most common reasons why patients see our orthopaedic doctor in Palm Beach County. In fact, according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke, about 80 percent of adults experience low back pain at some point in their lifetimes. It is the most common cause of job-related disability and a leading contributor to missed work days.

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  • 7 Tips to Keep your Joints Strong

    Here at Palm Beach Orthopaedic Institute, your West Palm Beach specialists in sport medicine, we are happy to share these simple yet crucial tips on how to keep your joints strong, even if you are not a professional athlete.

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