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Soothing Orthopedic Symptoms Without Surgery

At The Orthopedic Center, an affiliate of UM Shore Regional Health, non-surgical treatments for orthopedic conditions offer pain relief and renewed vigor for many patients.
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Common Shoulder Injuries

Common Shoulder Injuries: Rotator Cuff Tears and Frozen Shoulder

Living with shoulder pain? You might be experiencing one of two common conditions: frozen shoulder or rotator cuff tear. Learn more about these issues and how you can resolve them.
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Preventing Sports Injuries: 8 Tips for Athletes of All Ages

From your choice of equipment to how you prepare to practice and play, preventing sports injuries lies (mostly) in your hands.
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Are Corticosteroid Injections the Right Treatment for Your Joint Pain?

Chronic joint pain can greatly affect your quality of life. But treatments are available to help you get back to doing activities you love. Find out if corticosteroid injections are a good option for your joint pain.
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How to Prevent Winter Sports Injuries All Season Long

Whether you’re hitting the slopes, the trails or the backyard, outdoor winter sports can be fun for the whole family. With proper precautions and the right gear, you can also prevent many types of injuries.
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Treating and Preventing ACL Injuries

Treating and Preventing ACL Injuries

If you’re a sports fan, odds are you’ve probably seen an athlete suffer an ACL injury. Do you know what that acronym means? Knowing what it is can help you avoid one yourself.
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Osteoporosis: Exercises to Improve Bone Health

Osteoporosis is a bone disease that weakens the bones in your body. With an increased risk of sustaining an injury accompanying the disease, it can be challenging to know what exercises for osteoporosis are safe. People living with osteoporosis can, and should, exercise. They may just need to adjust their exercise routine a bit to accommodate their diagnosis for safety and good health.
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Video Game Injuries: Virtual Fun with Real-Life Consequences

Whether you prefer a computer, game console, phone or virtual reality headset, gaming can cause real-life injuries. Understanding overuse injuries and why they happen can help you stay healthy, and pain-free while you play.
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Hip Bursitis Stretches

Hip Bursitis Stretches that Help and Exercises to Avoid

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Supplements

Supplements for Joint Pain: Helpful or Harmful?

Aches in your joints can make it difficult to concentrate and enjoy your day. But should you consider taking supplements for joint pain relief? Take a moment to learn about joint pain supplements, how they work and when your doctor might recommend you take them.
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