Sleep after joint surgery can be elusive. Yet, it’s more important than ever to get adequate sleep to help your body to heal. After all your body is adapting to a major change. Here are some ideas to help you sleep after joint surgery. The best positions to sleep in after joint surgery Discomfort and […]
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Should you exercise through pain? Well, no workout mantra is more repeated than “No pain, no gain.” In most cases, pushing ourselves that extra mile while exercising is how we strengthen bones and muscles. But how do you know when to push through pain and when to stop? The difference between Burn vs. Pain The
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Strength training can be especially important for older adults because we can loose three-to-five percent of our muscle mass each year after about age 30. At Puget Sound Orthopaedics, we’re big believers in the power of muscle building through strength training. Our sports medicine doctors and team of physician assistants work with you to treat
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What you need to know (Updated 3/3/2020) Puget Sound Orthopaedics, part of Proliance Surgeons, takes the threat of the spread of Coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, very seriously. We are monitoring the situation, staying in touch with public health officials, and we’re updating our processes and protocols accordingly. It is important to know that 80%
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Puget Sound Orthopaedics is one of the first surgical practices in the South Sound to offer robotic-arm assisted joint replacement surgery. It is attracting interest because in some cases the technology can improve surgical accuracy. For some patients this results in an easier surgery and recovery. Robotic-Arm Assisted Approach for Knee and Hip Replacements You
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If you’re like many people, you may find it difficult to exercise through the dark days of winter. Even through the dark and dreary days, it’s important to continue to keep your muscles, joints and bones engaged to help prevent serious musculoskeletal disorders. One way to stay on track is to mix up your exercise
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If you are preparing for orthopedic or joint surgery with one of our doctors at Tacoma, Gig Harbor or Lakewood, an important phase of your care is giving your body the time it needs to heal during surgical recovery. This reduces the risk of infection and is essential for the overall success of your surgery. Home is where
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Exercising at home is an effective way to reach your exercise goals. Low-impact, bodyweight exercises, which are free and require need no equipment, have been proven to make an impact on overall strength and physical fitness. According to a study by the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy, many of these exercises brought about
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Food and nutrition play a significant role in your orthopedic and musculoskeletal health. This holiday season, while you’re indulging in food and drink with family and friends, keep in mind that certain foods are known to build and support healthy bones. Other foods inhibit healing, cause inflammation and add weight, putting added stress on hips,
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Traveling while you are in pain or still recovering from orthopedic treatment can be a challenge. These five, simple orthopedic exercises can help you care for yourself, and your joint and musculoskeletal health, as you continue your recovery. Why orthopedic exercise during travels? If you are traveling by plane this holiday season, chances are you’ll
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