The following is a list of common orthopedic problems of the bones and joints. It is posted so that you may further your knowledge and be an informed consumer of healthcare. This knowledge will allow you to not only seek cost effective care, but will enable you to ask the right questions to get the information you need to permit you to make an informed medical decision.
Most of the links are to the Patient Information section of The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons website, an outstanding resource for orthopedic ailments. We have also provided additional resources for you.
Please be aware that Mitchell Brooks, M.D., P.A. does not review or endorse accuracy or effectiveness of materials, treatments or physicians in the Additional Resources section. Furthermore, the treatments suggested are not the sole or only treatments and are meant to be a guide, as is all the information provided in this section.
Common Orthopedic Problems of the Bones and Joints
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Cervical Spine (Neck)
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Lumbar Spine (Lower Back)
Additional Resources for the Lumbar and Cervical Spine
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General Information
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Back Pain
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Medical Associations
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Foot & Ankle
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Additional Resources for the Foot & Ankle
Try one of these websites. You'll find information on musculoskeletal conditions relating to the foot and ankle, links to other Web sites, and information on other health conditions.
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Shoulder, Arm and Elbow
- Arthritis, Shoulder
- Athritis, Elbow
- Biceps Tendon Tear, Shoulder
- Biceps Tendon Tear, Elbow
- Burners and Stingers
- Chronic Shoulder Instability
- Common Shoulder Injuries
- Elbow Bursitis
- Frozen Shoulder
- Little Leaguer's Elbow
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Rotator Cuff Tears - Frequently Asked Questions
- Rotator Cuff Tears - Surgical Treatment Options
- Shoulder Dislocation
- Shoulder Impingement
- Shoulder Pain
- Shoulder Separation
- Tennis Elbow
- Trauma to the Shoulder
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Knee & Leg
- Adolescent Knee Pain
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries
- Arthritis, Knee
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Collateral Ligament Injuries
- Common Knee Injuries
- Hamstring Muscle Strains
- Meniscal Tear (Torn Cartilage)
- Osgoode-Schlatter Disease
- Patellofemoral Arthritis
- Pre-Patellar Bursitis
- Runner's Knee
- Shin Splints
- Thigh Muscle Strains
- Unstable Kneecap
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Additional Knee Resources
Want more information? Try one of these Web sites. You'll find information on musculoskeletal conditions relating to the knee, links to other Web sites, and information on other health conditions.
- American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons
- Arthritis Foundation
- Medline Plus Knee Injuries and Disorders
- National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Disorders Health Information
- Orthogate: Patient Resources on Knee Problems
- Orthogate: A Patient's Guide to Artificial Knee Replacement
- The Knee Society
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Hip
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Additional Hip Resources
Want more information? Try one of these Web sites. You'll find information on musculoskeletal conditions relating to the hip, links to other Web sites, and information on other health conditions.