Shouldering the Burden: Common Shoulder Injuries in Active Men
Whether you’re a weekend warrior on the pickleball court, a guy who refuses to let anyone else move the furniture, or someone whose job keeps their arms in motion all day—shoulder pain can sneak up on you fast. For many men, shoulder injuries are a frustrating interruption to daily life, affecting everything from work performance […]
Outpatient Joint Replacement Surgery: What Arkansas Patients Should Know
Joint pain shouldn’t hold you back from enjoying life this spring. Whether it’s walking your dog, gardening, or chasing after grandkids, movement should feel good—not painful. For many in Central Arkansas living with chronic hip or knee pain, outpatient joint replacement surgery offers a safe, effective way to get back to the activities you love, […]
Spring Break Safety: How to Avoid Injuries While Having Fun in the Sun
Spring break is here, and it’s time to soak up the sun, hit the trails, and maybe even try a new adventure! Whether you’re hitting the slopes, enjoying a day at the beach, or tackling that thrilling outdoor activity, staying safe is key to keeping the fun going all week long. At OrthoArkansas, we’ve seen […]
Spring Allergies and Autoimmune Conditions: How Seasonal Changes Impact Inflammation
Spring is in the air—but so are allergens. For people with autoimmune conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA), and Lupus, seasonal allergies can do more than just cause sneezing and itchy eyes. They may trigger inflammation, worsen symptoms, and make autoimmune flares more frequent. Understanding the connection between allergies and autoimmune diseases is […]
Partial vs. Total Knee Replacement: Which Is Right for You?
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Is It Time for a Hip Replacement? 7 Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore
Hip pain can affect every aspect of your life—from walking and sitting to sleeping and enjoying your favorite activities. If you’ve been struggling with persistent discomfort, it might be time to consider a hip replacement. At OrthoArkansas, with locations in Little Rock, North Little Rock, Conway, Heber Springs, Hot Springs, Clinton, Arkadelphia, Benton, and Monticello, […]
Stay Active This Winter: Tips to Prevent Joint Stiffness and Pain
Winter can be a challenging season for joint health. Colder temperatures and reduced activity levels often lead to increased stiffness and discomfort, especially for those managing arthritis or recovering from joint surgery. But staying active and taking proactive steps can help keep your joints mobile and pain at bay. Here are some tips to keep […]
New Year, New Mobility: Is It Time for a Joint Replacement?
As we welcome a new year, many people reflect on ways to improve their health and quality of life. For those struggling with chronic hip or knee pain, this could mean taking the next step toward lasting relief. If joint pain is limiting your mobility, affecting your daily activities, or keeping you from enjoying life, […]
Coping with Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Treatment Options to Keep You Moving
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Holiday Cheer, Not Holiday Fear: How to Avoid Gift-Opening Injuries
The holiday season is a time of joy, family, and celebration—but it’s also a season where injuries can sneak up on us. From paper cuts to sprained wrists, opening gifts and preparing holiday cheer can lead to unintentional accidents. At OrthoArkansas, we want you to enjoy the season without a trip to urgent care. Here […]
Road Trip Ready: Preventing Aches and Pains While Traveling
Long road trips can take a toll on your body, but OrthoArkansas has you covered! Simple steps like adjusting your seat for proper posture, taking stretch breaks, and staying hydrated can make a big difference.
Baking Safety: How to Avoid Injuries in the Kitchen This Fall
Fall is the perfect time to fill your home with the comforting smells of baked goods. But while baking can be a fun and relaxing activity, it’s important to prioritize safety in the kitchen to avoid injuries. From lifting heavy bags of flour to repetitive motions like kneading dough, these activities can strain your joints, back, and wrists if not done carefully.
Spooky Season, Not Spooky Joints: Keeping Your Bones Healthy This Halloween
Halloween should be full of fun and fright, but your bone health shouldn’t keep you up at night.
Steady As You Go: Fall Prevention Tips for Pain Medication Users
Even when taken exactly as prescribed, opioid pain medications greatly increase fall risks, especially for older individuals. Add these fall prevention tips into daily routines.
Ouch! Common Foot Conditions That Slow Runners Down
Understanding the common causes of foot injuries can help runners with both prevention and knowing what treatments are available if an injury occurs.
Your Little Olympian: Back-to-School Safety Tips
As parents gear up for the new school year, it’s important to prioritize the safety of our little Olympians as they head back to the classroom and sports activities.
Joint-Friendly Workouts: Exercises to Protect Your Joints
When we are in pain, the last thing we want to do is exert ourselves, but a little daily movement goes a long way to help with pain and stiffness. There are many low-impact ways to stay active.
Keep Your Spine Happy with These Healthy Habits
Ignoring back pain may lead to chronic conditions, even small adjustments can positively impact your back health. Keep your spine happy, move with ease and enjoy life!
Show Your Joints Some Love
Give your joints the TLC and expert care they deserve. Taking care of our joints is essential for living a pain-free and active life. Here are some tips keep joints healthy.
Break the Habit: Smoking Affects Bone Health
A fresh start can happen anytime, but one of the most important changes you can make this year starts with a breath of fresh air. We all know that smoking is bad for our health, but did you know that smoking affects not only our lungs, but also our bones and joints?
Signs Seniors Should See Their Orthopedic Specialist
It’s the small changes that we notice that we should pay the most attention to, especially in seniors. It may be beneficial to schedule an appointment with an orthopedic specialist if you’ve noticed these following changes in your loved one’s mobility.
Deck the Halls Without Hazards: Holiday Season Decorating Safety
It’s time to break out the tinsel, lights, and ornaments to make your home sparkle like a winter wonderland! But before you get all merry on your decorations, let’s talk about staying safe while decking the halls
Managing the Caregiver Role
Caregivers face a variety of obstacles, from dealing with emotional stress to managing physical demands. Because we will all potentially be one at some point in our lives, it’s important to understand how to be ready for the caregiver role.
Care For Caregivers: Helpful Tips And Tools
Caregivers play an important role in the care and recovery of their loved ones, but it can be challenging. We understand these challenges and are dedicated to providing caregivers with helpful resources, tips and tools.
Fall Safety: Tricks To Keep Your Halloween Accident-Free
Here’s something scary: pumpkin carving accidents and falls associated with decorations and costumes account for 80% of Halloween-related emergency care visits. Here are some tricks to keep your Halloween safe.
Manage Your Pain Pill-Free: Alternative Methods For Pain Management
The goal of pain management is to improve function and quality of life. There are many options for effectively managing pain. At OrthoArkansas, we are committed to exploring all of these options for our patients.
Healthy Joints, Healthy Aging: 5 Things To Know About Joint Health
While it’s easy to dismiss minor aches and pains as an inevitable part of aging, it’s important to know that discomfort don’t have to be a constant companion. Navigate your journey towards better joint health and make informed decisions by knowing these 5 things
Restart Relaxation: Prioritizing Overall Health Amidst Back To School, Work And Sports
It’s essential to remember that taking care of your overall health is like giving a big hug to your body and mind. So, let’s take a breather and chat about how to keep things chill and balanced.
Cycle Of Smooth Rides: Preventing Common Cycling Injuries
If you love hitting the road on two wheels, it’s essential to keep yourself safe. Let’s keep the wheels turning with some tips to prevent common cycling injuries.
Unmasking The Myths Of Exercising In The Heat: Stay Cool, Stay Safe!
Let’s talk about exercising in the heat and debunk some common myths. Grab your water bottle and sunscreen, and let’s get started
Spark Safety: Tips to Avoid Firework Injuries
At OrthoArkansas, we want your summer celebrations to be memorable but above all accident-free. Let’s take a look at some helpful firework safety tips.
Recharge And Rejuvenate: The Importance Of Athletic Rest Weeks
The annual AAA summer rest period gives both coaches and athletes a needed break from training workout schedules
Dive Into Summertime Safety: Tips For Lake And Water Activities
While the water provides boatloads of enjoyment, it’s essential to put safety first. Let’s dip our toes into summertime safety with some tips that will help you stay safe on the water.
Shining Light On Vitamin D And Healthy Bones
Of all the things that we can do to help our body and bones stay healthy, there is one that is the easiest of all. What is it you wonder? The answer is a daily dose of sunlight.
Keep Your Bones Amazing
Our bones are amazingly complex structures that do so much for us. So it is not surprising that the causes that lead to poor bone health and osteoporosis are just as complex
Demystifying Stress Fractures: Causes, Symptoms And Recovery Strategies
With a better understanding of stress fractures, their causes, symptoms, and how to recover effectively — you can continue to enjoy your favorite activities without pain and discomfort!
Getting Back to Pain-Free: Non-Surgical Back Treatment
You do not have to suffer through back pain. Research shows that many patients can manage pain and improve health with non-surgical back treatments
Game Changers: The Valuable Work Of Athletic Trainers
March is a special month for all athletes and physically active individuals as it is National Athletic Training Month.
Love Your Body Head To Toe
Our overall health can be linked to how well we take care of ourselves both mentally and physically, but what does it mean to be healthy from head to toe? The answer to that question is unique for everyone.
Better Heart Health Leads to Healthier Bones
Poor overall health can increase the risk of osteoporosis and other bone-related issues. But did you know that there is also a connection between heart and bone health?
Understanding Arthritis: Can Cold Weather Cause Flare-ups?
Many people with arthritis report that their joints feel stiffer on cold days. Tips for cold-weather flare-ups.
Non-Surgical Treatment Options for Back Pain
Understanding your options with a medical provider who listens, makes the correct diagnosis, and works with you to develop an appropriate treatment plan.
Get Moving With Easy At-Home Exercises
Exercising our bodies everyday does more than help us to stay fit and flexible — it may also help prevent injury and maintain mobility later in life.
The habits of highly active (and ageless) people
Aged doesn’t mean old. The key to healthy aging is staying active, but what exactly does that mean? Age like a pro by being proactive.
Fall Prevention: How To Trip-proof Your Home
Avoid a slip-up. Finding the hidden hazards in your home can prevent a fall. Learn how to trip-proof your home.
Keep Your Head In The Game: How To Spot A Concussion
Don’t play around with concussions. A form of mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI), concussion is unfortunately an all too common —and dangerous— injury for athletes. Learn how to spot a concussion.
Backpacks Hurting Backs – Back to School
Pens, highlighters, sticky notes, books and computers. All of these things are stuffed into backpacks on a daily basis and could be creating long term damage for kids’ backs.
Don’t “Walk It Off”: Prevent Long-term Damage
Don’t just “walk it off”. Persistent pain is your body’s way of asking you to pay attention. Long-term damage that can lead to chronic conditions is often preventable with just a single visit to the doctor.
Take Steps Now To Prevent Osteoporosis
Millions of Americans have osteoporosis or are at risk. One in two women and up to one in four men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis.
Healthy Bones: Kick Stress to the Curb
Stress, dehydration and bone health are connected. Too much stress does a double-whammy on our overall health from our moods to our bones. Daily exercise and proper hydration are simple ways to improve health and keep stress at bay.
