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Get to Know Your Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Martin!
Meet your orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Kenneth Martin! Dr. Martin is a gifted and compassionate orthopedic surgeon who specializes in knee-related procedures. Dr. Martin has been practicing medicine for 31 years. He’s an Arkansas native with a passion for orthopedic surgery, especially in the field of sports medicine. He graduated from Little Rock’s own University of…
Read MoreStem Cell Injections
Stem Cell injections are primarily for painful joints. These injections, provide a (non-surgical) treatment option, to hopefully provide long-lasting relief from chronic joint pain. The injections are performed under imaging guidance, as needed, to ensure proper placement of the stem cells. The stem cells have two key properties: The ability to self-renew and the ability to differentiate, giving rise to…
Read MoreThe 5 Most Common Sports Injuries & How to Treat Them
Participating in sports carries the risk of being injured. Learning about the most common sports injuries can help you avoid them, or treat them correctly when they do occur. From running marathons to playing football, participating in sports can increase your risks of sustaining certain types of injuries. Sports injuries can occur for a number of reasons,…
Read More4 Questions to Ask Your Knee Replacement Surgeon
Before you consider knee replacement surgery, be sure to ask your orthopedic surgeon these questions. When considering knee replacement surgery, you are free to ask your knee replacement surgeon as many questions as you need to make your decision. If you’re not sure where to begin, start with four of the most common questions knee…
Read MoreEveryday Habits That Are Causing Your Back Pain
Back pain is not always caused by injury or illness. There could be several normal daily habits causing your back pain that you can adjust or eliminate to give you relief. From bending over to standing up, your back helps you perform countless movements on a regular basis. Constant use can result in the deterioration…
Read MoreGet to Know Your Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Hefley!
Meet your orthopedic surgeon, Dr. William Hefley! Dr. Hefley is a compassionate doctor and a meticulous surgeon with a passion for relieving pain and restoring the mobility that makes life worth living. Dr. William Hefley has been with Arkansas Surgical Hospital since its inception. He is passionate about orthopedics and staying up on the newest,…
Read MoreWhat to Expect During an Orthopedic Evaluation
An orthopedic evaluation is an exam that gives your surgeon the information they need to recommend the best pain-relieving procedures for you. Orthopedic surgeons perform thorough orthopedic evaluations when determining the most appropriate form of treatment for your musculoskeletal condition or injury. These evaluations provide your surgeon with the information they need to create a…
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Carpal Tunnel Release Surgery
Repetitious motions and repetitive actions are often to blame for carpal tunnel syndrome. The National Institute of Health points to typing on a keyboard or operating a mouse as two of the primary causes of carpal tunnel. The median nerve runs through your wrist and conveys both movement and feeling in your hand. Too much pressure…
Read MoreHow to Tell the Difference Between Herniated Discs, Pinched Nerves, and Bone Spurs
Diagnosing spine conditions can be more difficult when conditions like herniated discs, pinched nerves, and bone spurs share symptoms. Herniated discs, pinched nerves, and bone spurs are all spine conditions that can cause chronic back pain. Oftentimes, these conditions have similar symptoms, making them difficult to diagnose without the help of a neurosurgeon. Prepare for…
Read MoreThe Surprising Cause of Your Chronic Neck Pain
Millions of smartphone users in America spend more than three hours a day looking down at their phones. The strain that dropping your head forward puts on your neck is the equivalent of adding 60 pounds of weight to your neck—about the size of an eight-year-old child. As the use of wireless devices has become…
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