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Trigger finger affects approximately 2-3% of the general adult population and this prevalence can increase up to 10-20% among individuals with diabetes.

This condition can be painful and debilitating for those who suffer it. At Arch Orthopedic & Spine, we are experts at treating and managing trigger finger symptoms.

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How Long Will I Be Out of Golf and Tennis After a Rotator Cuff Repair?

One of the most common questions the Ashford Orthopedics Specialists team gets after a rotator cuff surgery is: How long before I can play tennis or golf again? And to that, we have follow-up questions: How big was your rotator cuff tear? What techniques were used to fix it? Were there any other procedures performed along with it? All this information will help us give you the best and safest possible answer. Keep reading to learn more about recovery times for this type of surgery.

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How to Put out the Fire with Aleve for Injuries

While some people prefer to avoid taking medication and resort to alternative methods to deal with pain after an injury, taking Aleve or Ibuprofen is valid. The catch, though, is learning to do it effectively. To that end, we are breaking down the pros and cons of each and how to take them to maximize their benefits.

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Ice Machine after Surgery

In recent years, ice machines after knee or shoulder surgery have become extremely popular due to the increasing evidence that they substantially reduce postoperative pain. This treatment is called cryotherapy. If you are about to undergo surgery and are worried about future discomfort, make an appointment with William Ashford, MA at Arch Orthopedic & Spine in Watkinsville or Longville, GA.

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Manual vs. Robotic Knee Replacement

For people with severe knee joint damage or advanced arthritis, total knee replacement surgery can be a common procedure. Traditionally, during the surgery a surgeon uses tools to remove the damaged parts within the joint and replaces them with an artificial implant. In recent years, however, manual surgery is the less preferred option as robotic-assisted surgery emerged.

What is this new technique and how does it compare with the traditional method? We are breaking down how the two approaches are similar and differ in this article.

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Cryotherapy after shoulder surgery

Cryotherapy is a therapeutic technique that involves localized cooling of the body. It has gained popularity for postsurgical rehabilitation because it induces a reduction in cellular metabolism, vasoconstriction, and pain relief. As a result, it is a go-to option for managing postoperative (PO) shoulder pain.

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Trigger Finger

How Long Will I Be Out of Golf and Tennis After a Rotator Cuff Repair?

How to Put out the Fire with Aleve for Injuries

Ice Machine after Surgery

Manual vs. Robotic Knee Replacement

Cryotherapy after shoulder surgery

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