Blogs & News

Discover the numerous health benefits of cycling for your spine and knees. Learn how biking can improve your overall orthopedic wellness and keep you active.

Discover expert advice on safe pitching practices for youth athletes, covering crucial topics like year-round throwing, strength training alternatives, warm-up routines, and post-throwing recovery methods. Stay informed and keep young athletes in top form with Pitch Smart Guidelines.

Learn essential firework safety tips from an orthopedic hand surgeon to protect your hands this Fourth of July. Discover common injuries, prevention strategies, and expert advice for a safe holiday celebration.

Experience Mary Doctor's inspiring journey from debilitating knee pain to a triumphant return to an active lifestyle through total knee replacement surgery. Guided by Dr. Maitra's expertise, witness Mary's resilience and determination as she overcomes challenges, inspiring hope for others facing similar obstacles.

Strong glutes play a role in enhancing performance and stability, all while also helping to prevent injury and pain. Explore top exercises targeting the gluteus maximus and medius, along with tips for customization, to unlock your full potential.

Discover the key differences between acute and degenerative injuries, their diagnosis, treatment options, and recovery strategies to ensure optimal health and well-being.

Dive into the benefits of swimming this summer to boost joint health and keep pain at bay. Discover how this refreshing exercise can improve flexibility, reduce inflammation, and enhance overall joint function. Get ready to make a splash for healthier joints!

Discover insights into degenerative disc disease, a common yet misunderstood condition, with expert advice from Claire Bingham at OrthoCarolina Hickory PT. Learn how physical therapy can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

OrthoCarolina's Mallard Creek Surgery Center offers premier orthopedic care in Charlotte, NC. With experienced specialists, personalized treatment plans, and state-of-the-art facilities, trust MCSC for superior and cost-effective surgical solutions

Discover expert advice on maintaining shoulder health for golfers. Learn preventive strategies, swing modifications, and effective exercises to prevent pain and enhance performance on the course

At OrthoCarolina Motorsports, our care extends beyond the track, ensuring families like the Allgaiers and Floreses can keep their high-speed pursuits on course. From softball tumbles to gymnastics mishaps, our expert team provides rapid, effective treatment, keeping the summer fun going full throttle.

Follow Amy Bartley's journey to finding relief from persistent shoulder pain with OrthoCarolina's compassionate and patient-centered orthopedic care. Discover how personalized treatment options, empowering decisions, and efficient surgical planning transformed her experience and inspired hope for others facing similar challenges.

Discover how OrthoCarolina's multidisciplinary approach provides comprehensive care for brachial plexus injuries, limb paralysis, and congenital hand differences. From innovative treatments to personalized rehabilitation, we're committed to enhancing physical, emotional, and psychological well-being.

Discover the legacy of Aaron J. Hewitt with the inaugural memorial scholarship awarded to Scot Rheinecker, PA-C at OrthoCarolina. Celebrate excellence, leadership, and compassion within our community.

Discover Eric Hunt's awe-inspiring journey from a ruptured quadricep tendon to powerlifting glory. Follow his resilience, rehabilitation, and ambitious comeback goals after overcoming adversity. A tale of strength, determination, and the unwavering spirit that defines extraordinary comebacks.

Discover William Busse's inspiring journey from knee pain to resilience with the help of knee injections, offering hope and relief in the face of challanges.

Dive into the world of targeted muscle reinnervation with Dr. Bryan Loeffler on the Hands in Motion podcast, hosted by Cara Smith, PT, DPT, CHT, and Stephanie Strouse, OTD, OTR/L, CHT. Gain insights and expert knowledge in this engaging discussion.

Learn effective strategies for managing shin splints in soccer players and runners. Discover expert advice for pain management, injury prevention, and staying in the game pain-free.

Join Kelsey Ormiston's remarkable journey back to dance after kneecap dislocations with OrthoCarolina's, Dr. Riboh, who helped Kelsey return to dance.

Elevate orthopedic wellness with our Green Thumb Gardening Tips – your guide to cultivating healthy joints through joint-friendly techniques. Explore expert advice, sustainable garden care, and horticultural insights for a vibrant garden and a healthier you.

Modeled from the centuries-old Chinese Gua Sha technique, the Graston Technique® relies on a special stainless-steel tool and massage method to stimulate blood flow and promote healing.

Explore OrthoCarolina's groundbreaking research, winning top awards from AAOS and AAHKS. Discover how our innovative studies are transforming orthopedic care, from revolutionizing treatment protocols for prosthetic joint infections to advancing opioid-free pain management in spine surgery.

Explore scoliosis types, treatments, and diagnostics, including the Cobb angle and various scoliosis forms. Learn about bracing, surgery, and effective management through physical therapy. Gain insights into adolescent concerns, addressing back pain, muscle imbalance, and post-surgery care.

Stay injury-free on the winter pickleball court with our expert tips! Explore strategies for cold-weather play, discover essential foot and ankle injury prevention techniques, and find the best pickleball footwear. Enhance your safety and enjoyment with specialized warm-up exercises and Achilles injury prevention. Master the art of winter pickleball with our comprehensive guide

Follow Emily's inspiring journey of overcoming shoulder pain with OrthoCarolina. Discover how Dr. Grant Mostak's expertise and cutting-edge treatment led to a successful recovery, allowing Emily to return to championship-level beach volleyball after a SLAP tear surgery.