Undergoing orthopedic surgery, whether a total joint replacement, ACL reconstruction, or fracture repair, is often a life-changing step toward living free from chronic pain. However, a successful surgical procedure is only half the battle. What happens in the days and weeks immediately following your procedure sets the stage for your long-term mobility, strength, and overall […]
Living with a vertebral compression fracture (VCF) can completely upend a person’s life. The excruciating, unrelenting pain localized in the spine turns everyday movements – like sitting up, bending over, or even turning in bed – into monumental challenges. Historically, conservative management dictated weeks, or even months, of absolute bed rest combined with high-dose painkillers. […]