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Expert Insights on Orthopedic Care & Recovery

Stay informed with the latest in orthopedic care, treatment innovations, and recovery tips from the experts at Southern California Orthopedic Institute. Whether you’re looking for guidance on managing pain, insights on surgical procedures, or tips for staying active, our blog has you covered.

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How To Decompress the Spine Safely With Orthopedic Experts

Spinal decompression refers to methods that reduce pressure on the spinal cord or nerve roots, providing back pain relief. Learn if it can work for you.

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Is It Carpal Tunnel, Arthritis, or Tendonitis? The Facts and Details

SCOI’s hand specialists explain the differences between carpal tunnel, arthritis, and tendonitis, their causes, symptoms, limitations, and treatments.

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Total Hip Replacement Recovery Week by Week: Realistic Expectations

SCOI provides a realistic total hip replacement recovery week-by-week outline, addressing pain management, mobility milestones, assistive devices, and exercises.

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MCL Injury: Best Practices for a Faster and Safer Recovery

SCOI's sports medicine team uses advanced diagnostics to assess the “grade” of an MCL injury and create tailored plans for a faster and safer recovery.

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Heat or Ice for Back Pain: What Works and When

SCOI’s back experts discuss when, why, and how to use heat or ice to relieve back pain and when it’s time to see a specialist.

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Is It Time for a Hip Replacement? Here's How To Know

Wondering if it’s time for hip replacement surgery? Learn the signs, treatment options, and what to expect before making the decision.

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Pitching Pain and a Path to Recovery: Grasping Tommy John Syndrome

SCOI’s sports medicine experts discuss Tommy John syndrome: its causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options.

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Knee Cracking, Popping, or Crunching? It’s Most Likely Crepitus

SCOI’s Knee Center experts explain knee crepitus—a condition marked by popping and cracking sounds—as well as the potential causes and most common treatments.

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What is a concussion?

A concussion is categorized as a type of traumatic brain injury, or TBI, caused by a blow, bump or jolt to the head and/or body causing the head and brain to move quickly back and forth. Concussions can typically occur from a fall or blow to the body. Many people believe that you must experience...

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