Blogs & News
A Shot at a Full Comeback: How One Soccer Player Beat the Dreaded ACL Injury
Female athletes have been known to have a higher risk of injuring their anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, while participating in competitive sports. McKaley Boston knows that pain all too well. This is her comeback story.
Read MoreTurf Toe: Causes & Treatments
Turf toe, the largest joint in the big toe, which connects the first bone in the toe and the first long bone in the foot, is a sprain to the metatarsophalangeal joint (MTP).
Read MoreAt-Home Olympic-Style Workouts
In this series, we cover different Olympic events and relate them to upcoming spring sports with insight from OrthoCarolina Sports Medicine Specialists.
Read MoreHow to Get Started With Mountain Biking in Charlotte
Charlotte is home to miles of beginner-friendly trails, group rides, instructional clinics, and events where you can gather with other riders.
Read MoreWhat to Expect When You Start Cycling
The OrthoCarolina Winston Women's Cycling team shares insight into what to expect when you decide to get involved in cycling as well as suggestions on how you can best maximize your time.
What Is Tendinitis?
Tendons, thick cords that connect your muscles to bones, are more important than you might realize. For people who have had tendinitis (also called tendonitis), inflammation of the tendons causes pain and swelling, sometimes severe, and can make it difficult to do the activities you love.
Read More7 Winter Adventures in North Carolina Other than Downhill Skiing (and Where to Do Them)
Winter beautifully transforms North Carolina’s wild spaces into a playground for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Read MoreAmy's Journey from Amputation to Custom Arm Prosthetic
Following Amy Remer's cancer diagnosis in 2017, her care team was forced to amputate her left arm at the shoulder, and her insurance claim for a specialized prosthetic arm was denied. Amy recently received a donated custom robotic arm through the organization Arms for All, founded by two OrthoCarolina physicians.
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know about Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (Runner’s Knee)
In the running community, patellofemoral pain syndrome (“PFPS”), or Runner’s Knee, has a reputation for being painful and frustrating.
Read More5 Ways to Safely Spend Time Outside This Winter
Here are a few engaging ways to get outside and stay active this winter.
Read More8 Ways to Keep Your Knees Healthy as You Age
Knee pain is a common problem, especially for older adults. Over the years, your knees endure a lot of wear and tear as you fight against gravity to move and walk.
Read More10 Stretches for Tight Hips
Follow these 10 simple stretches to ease tight hip muscles and prevent injuries.
Read MoreAlways Tired? A Few Reasons Why & How To Fix It
Living with chronic fatigue? Find out what the cause could be and how to fix it.
Read MoreFoot & Ankle Anatomy
The ankle is a complex joint because in most situations, the ankle and foot function as a unit. Let's dive into the anatomy of some of the joints in the ankle and foot to try and understand how they work together.
Read More5 Tips to Protect Youth Athletes from Foot Injuries
Most sports-related foot injuries are preventable. Here are 5 simple tips to help protect your youth athletes from foot and ankle injuries.
OrthoCarolina Powers 2021 Charlotte Podcast Festival
OrthoCarolina is proud to support the 2021 Charlotte Podcast Festival Pop-up, a FREE virtual event series coming Tuesday, November 30 – Saturday, December 4, 2021.
How Short Workouts Can Be Beneficial
If you're short on time or motivation, here's how committing to “snack-sized” workouts throughout the day can make a big difference.
Read MoreInjuries in Youth Baseball: An Orthopedic Surgeon’s Recommendations
When your child falls in love with a sport, it can be difficult to step up to the plate and interfere. But sometimes as a parent, you have to play hardball.
Read MoreWalking vs. Running: The Benefits of Each & Which Is Right for You
Should you walk or run to get your miles in? Find out which option might be best for your individual health and wellness goals.
Read MoreHow to Treat & Prevent Common Basketball Injuries
Basketball requires an athlete to run, jump and cut aggressively and consistently throughout gameplay. The quick change-of-direction movements and repetitive jumping pose a unique challenge on our lower extremities.
Overtraining: How to Know When You Need to Take a Day Off
What is overtraining and how do you know if you need to take a day off? Find out the suggested frequency for rest days and how best to weave them into your normal workout routine.
What Is Bone & What Does It Do?
Although bones look static when preserved in a museum or modeled in a classroom, bone in your body is just as alive as your lungs, liver, or kidneys.
Read More7 Simple Habits for Highly Healthy Holidays
The holiday season is upon us. It’s the time of the year to enjoy celebrating and spending time with family and friends; however, for many, it’s also the time of the year that disrupts schedules and interrupts progress with health goals.
Read MoreOrthoCarolina Among the 2021 Healthiest Workplaces in America
OrthoCarolina is proud to have been recognized as a 2021 Healthiest Employer for our commitment to investing in our team members' health & well-being.
Read MoreOrthoCarolina & Isabella Santos Foundation: Partners in Cultivating Community
With every day and every dollar raised, the Isabella Santos Foundation helps provide accessible, quality healthcare to families throughout the Charlotte region who are fighting pediatric cancer.
Read More