Orange County Orthopedic & Pain

Does it seem like you're spending more time on your laptop these days? Here are 10 tips to help keep your neck and back pain-free while being productive on your laptop.

Common questions about how cortisone injections can help provide pain relief for joint pain.

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An orthopedic surgeon explains the cause:

Curious about kettlebell training? Advice and the best way to get started from a physical therapist.

What you should know about minor head injuries, called subconcussive hits, and their impact on the brain.

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6 things to consider if you have swelling in the legs and feet.

What is golfer's elbow also known as medial epicondylitis, and can you still golf if you've been diagnosed with it? Learn more from Dr. Bradley Schoch in this Mayo Clinic Q and A.

Is all joint pain arthritis? Does rain and damp weather worsen arthritis? We debunk seven myths about arthritis:

The best thing you can do for your knees is to strengthen the muscles that support them.

Knee replacement surgery can help with severe arthritis pain and may help you walk easier too. What to expect:

A trigger point injection is an injection of steroid medication that helps soothe muscle pain in the arms, legs, lower back and neck. Trigger points are painful knots in the muscles that are formed when a muscle is unable to relax. Common sites of trigger points include the rhomboid and trapezius back muscles, which are located in the upper back and behind the shoulder area. Knots in these muscles can cause neck pain, shoulder pain and headaches. Contact us today to see if a trigger point injection is right for you.

These 9 simple steps can help protect your hands and wrists.

A facet joint block is a minimally invasive procedure that involves using fluoroscopy of CT imaging to guide the placement of an injection into a facet joint to provide pain relief. Facet joints are located in pairs on both sides of the vertebral column in the neck and back. They allow motion and provide the spine with support and stability. Contact us today to learn more.

Too much sitting and too little exercise, among other things, can irritate and inflame your sciatic nerve -- causing hip pain.

Strengthen those shoulders with these simple yet effective exercises you can do almost anywhere!