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How long does a meniscus tear take to heal?
There are many factors that go into a successful recovery after injuring knee cartilage, depending o...
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Advances in shoulder replacements: A personalized approach
Updates to surgical technology are putting shoulder replacements within reach for more patients.
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Patellar tendinitis: What athletes need to know
Teens are especially prone to this type of inflammation because both growth spurts and popular scho...
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Hand injuries in athletes: When to seek care
Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment often mean the difference between a complete recovery and ...
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Hip bursitis vs. hip arthritis: What patients need to know
Patients should seek care if hip pain lasts more than a few weeks, occurs after an injury or interfe...
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Common fractures in elderly patients and how they’re treated
For older adults, a broken bone can dramatically affect mobility, independence and overall health.
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What are the most common sports injuries and how can you prevent them?
The good news is, there are many techniques to help prevent sports injuries.
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Shoulder surgery after 60: What older adults need to know
Conservative treatment is usually the first line of defense, but when is surgery the right call?
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Cross-training done right: How to stay fit without breaking down
Train smarter, not harder, to prevent overuse injuries. Here's how.
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What is Dupuytren’s disease and how is it treated?
Salem Health Orthopedics has the largest group of surgeons in the mid-Willamette Valley specifically...
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Do all ACL tears require surgery?
Is your ACL strained, partially torn or fully torn? How active are you? Can you commit to PT and rec...
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Heel pain explained: Plantar fasciitis vs. Achilles tendinitis vs. stress fractures
Finding the true source of heel pain is the key to successful treatment.
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Is it a sprain, strain or tear? Learn how to tell
Sudden pain when you take bad step on the trail or bend over to pick something up isn't unusual. But...
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How long does a knee replacement last?
Knee replacement parts are made of advanced metals and plastics, but they can still wear down over t...
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Salem Health orthopedic surgeons use technology to preserve muscles during surgery
Learn more about muscle-saving approaches to joint replacement surgery that can offer patients a cha...
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Common shoulder injuries and the best exercises to prevent them
Learn important prevention tips for the most common causes of shoulder pain: labrum tears, rotator c...
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Salem Health uses new technology to prevent hip replacements after labral tears
3D imaging and arthroscopic surgery give patients a more positive long-term outlook for labral tears...
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Staying in the game: Preventing and treating sports injuries at any age
People are at risk for different kinds of injuries depending on their age and fitness level, but pre...
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Hip replacement surgery: How to prepare your home
Patients can expect to use a walker for two to three weeks after surgery, so they’ll need to account...
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New technology at Salem Health Orthopedics can relieve ankle pain and get patients moving again
Right now, there are about 6,000 to 7,000 ankle replacements in the U.S. a year, and now Salem Healt...