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7 Ways to Get Relief from Arthritis Pain

Posted on by Advanced Orthopedic Associates
Arthritis is a leading cause of pain and disability worldwide. In the United States alone, arthritis affects 50 million adults and over 300,000 children. Arthritis is not a single diagnosis, but in fact a collection of conditions that causes pain and aches related to joint paint.  Arthritis comes...
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What is an Epidural Steroid Injection?

Posted on by Advanced Orthopedic Associates
Epidural steroid injections (ESI) are a minimally invasive procedure performed to help reduce inflammation and pain caused by nerve root compression. Nerve compressions are caused by herniated discs, bone spurs, or spinal stenosis. Pain, numbness, or weakness along the nerve are symptoms of nerve...
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The Facet Joint Injection Procedure

Posted on by Advanced Orthopedic Associates
Facet joints are small, bony joints that sit along the spine. They are paired up from the neck to the lower back area. When the joints get inflamed, they cause pain that can be severe. The pain can be acute or chronic, caused by a variety of conditions.  The pain radiates to other parts of […]...