Dr. Kellie Middleton is a trusted Atlanta orthopaedic surgeon performing surgical treatments on sports injuries, such as ankles and elbows.
If you have ever seen athletes or fitness enthusiasts with thick colored tape on parts of their bodies, you’ve probably wondered what that tape is for. Well, it was probably kinesiology tape, an adhesive tool with a range of therapeutic benefits for sports players and other athletic people. Keep reading to learn more about the …
If you’ve ever played sports such as tennis, baseball, or any other sport that requires overarm motions, you may have been unlucky enough to experience a shoulder labrum tear. These are painful injuries that can weaken the shoulder and cause instability and a decreased range of motion. Understanding what a shoulder labrum tear is and …
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Let’s face it – medical treatment for injuries can be painful, drawn out, and expensive. It can be tempting to forego this treatment when you’re injured, and instead, let your body heal on its own. But in the case of some injuries, such as a meniscus tear, leaving it untreated can cause you more pain …
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No one wants to get unnecessary surgery, but it is sometimes inevitable. When it comes to any medical procedure that involves aspects like anesthesia and recovery time, it’s advisable to learn what the treatment entails. If you are considering rotator cuff surgery, this article will help explain the procedure and help you decide if it’s …
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It’s not uncommon to experience a range of concerning symptoms after a fall or injury during exercise or spots. However, some symptoms could be signs of an ACL tear, which needs to be treated by a doctor. Here are some common symptoms that explain what a torn ACL feels like. What is an ACL Tear? …
The knees are a vulnerable part of the body, particularly if you frequently play sports or work in manual labor. In fact, the knee joint is the most commonly injured joint amongst US athletes, and it often affects non-athletic people too! Today, we’re talking about meniscus tears, an increasingly common knee-related injury for all age …
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Understanding the source of pain is key to treating the underlying cause of discomfort. For example, interscapular pain, or pain occurring between the shoulder blades, is common but has many causes. Therefore, identifying the causes of pain between the shoulder blades is essential to quick and effective treatment. Common Causes Of Pain Between The Shoulder …
Physical therapy and rehabilitation share enough similarities to confuse people – but they certainly aren’t the same. There are enough differences between the two that you should not use the terms interchangeably. This is especially true when someone has undergone a physical injury and has been given a related diagnosis. If you have been recommended …
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The knee is both an essential and fragile part of the body. It’s an easy area to forget about, but a serious knee injury can derail your everyday life, hindering even the most basic of movements. You can experience serious and non-serious knee injuries in a number of ways, but these injuries are not always …
Have you recently hurt your arm or shoulder? Are you confident it’s fine, or are you experiencing extended pain and inflammation? If you chose the latter, you might be dealing with a case of bicep tendonitis. Thankfully, we’re here to tell you everything you need to know about bicep tendonitis, so you know what to …
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