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Common Causes of Lower Back Pain & How They’re Treated
Sometimes, it’s easy to know what caused your lower back pain. If you pull a muscle after falling off a ladder, for example, you know what the problem is. But for many people, it’s not that simple. The pain may be an occasional twinge for a while, building slowly over time until it’s a chronic,…
Read MoreArkansas Surgical Hospital Has Added Nine New Specialists Since 2020
NORTH LITTLE ROCK—Arkansas Surgical Hospital has added nine new physicians to take care of its patients’ joint, spine, and pain needs.
Read MoreWhat Happens During a Total Knee Replacement Surgery?
Total knee replacement surgery, sometimes called total knee arthroplasty, is an intricate surgical procedure for patients who have severe knee joint pain and mobility issues. The surgeon removes or files down damaged bones in the joint, replacing or capping them with plastic and metal implants. These implants or prostheses help to restore function without pain.
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Herniated Discs
Spinal discs are small ovals with a gelatinous center inside a rubber exterior. These discs, which sit between the individual vertebrae in the spine, cushion the bones and allow movement, acting as a “shock absorber” as you move.
Read MoreWhich Type of Steroid Injection is Right for Your Pain?
Steroid injections are often used to alleviate chronic or long-term pain in joints or the back when prescription medications and topical treatments haven’t been effective. Pain specialists usually administer the injections in a clinic or hospital setting. In some cases, steroid injections may also be used to calm the area to allow healing prior to…
Read MoreGet Back on Your Feet Faster with Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive option for diagnosing and treating issues within the knee joint. Learn more about the procedure here. What is arthroscopy? Arthroscopy refers to a minimally invasive surgical procedure often performed by orthopedic surgeons. In an arthroscopic procedure, a tiny camera is used to provide a view of the inside of…
Read MoreArkansas Surgical Hospital Now Offers Bikini Incision Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery
NORTH LITTLE ROCK—Dr. Samuel Baxter, an orthopedic surgeon at Arkansas Surgical Hospital, now offers bikini incision anterior hip replacements.
Read MoreSymptoms & Solutions: Sciatica
Sciatica results from sciatic nerve compression, leading to pain that radiates down the leg from the base of the spine through the hips and buttocks. Sciatica can be caused by a bone spur, osteoarthritis, a herniated disc, or spinal stenosis, which is a narrowing in the spinal column that may compress the nerve. Other causes…
Read MoreArkansas Surgical Hospital Receives 2021 Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award® for Patient Experience
NORTH LITTLE ROCK—Arkansas Surgical Hospital has received the Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award® for the third year in a row. The hospital has been named a 2021 Guardian of Excellence® Award Winner by Press Ganey, the national leader in healthcare consumer and workforce engagement. Press Ganey recognizes Arkansas Surgical Hospital as a top-performing healthcare…
Read MoreTips for Describing Your Joint Pain to Your Orthopedic Surgeon
Joint pain can be debilitating, limiting daily activities and draining you both physically and emotionally. In many instances, joint discomfort is the result of some type of arthritis. There are various treatment options, including medications, physical therapy, injections, alternative therapies, and surgical solutions, depending on the severity of your joint pain and the damage to…
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