The warmer weather of spring often brings an influx of golfers to the links, which can also mean an increase in complaints of elbow pain known as golfer’s elbow. But this condition, also called medial epicondylitis, is not limited to … Continued
Elbow bursitis is an inflammation of the olecranon bursa, a small sac filled with fluid that acts as a cushion between the joints and soft tissues to reduce friction and allow smooth movement. Bursitis can also affect the hip, shoulder, … Continued
Shoulder bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa, a small sac filled with fluid that acts as a cushion between joints and soft tissues to reduce friction and allow joints to move smoothly. Bursitis can also affect the elbow, hip, foot … Continued
When you experience hip pain and tenderness, simple tasks like walking or standing can become more difficult. While there are many causes of hip pain, one common culprit is bursitis (a condition that can also affect the shoulder, elbow, foot … Continued
As an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in conditions of the foot and ankle, I see many patients with heel and foot pain caused by plantar fasciitis. This condition is inflammation of the plantar fascia, which is a long, thick band … Continued
February is American Heart Month, and for matters of heart health, we encourage people to think about safely increasing cardiovascular activities such as walking, jogging or running. To keep your knees healthy as you work to improve and … Continued
Many people talk about getting more active as the new year begins, and as orthopedic physicians, we love to see enthusiasm for health and fitness any time of year. If you’re feeling motivated to exercise more, be mindful of protecting … Continued
Lower back pain is a very common complaint, and as an orthopedic spine surgeon, many patients come to me for answers about the cause of their back pain and how to alleviate it. Two conditions I often see accompanied by … Continued
As a nurse practitioner, Katie Macdonald, APRN, works alongside Dr. Timothy Badwey and Dr. James Halloran to treat orthopedic conditions of the foot, ankle and knee, including sports-related injuries. Katie also runs her own clinic at Dickson-Diveley Orthopaedics, where she sees new patients and performs re-checks and post-operative evaluations … Continued
Lateral epicondylitis, which is more commonly known as tennis elbow, is a condition that causes pain and tenderness near the bony knob on the outside of the elbow, where forearm tendons attach muscle to bone. The condition occurs when repetitive … Continued
