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  If you’re suffering from pain and loss of function in your hips or knees, New Orleans orthopedic surgeon Dr. Richard Meyer has the resources you need to learn more about symptoms, non-surgical treatments, surgery options, total joint replacement (TJR), and recovery. With people living longer than ever, arthritis of the hip and knee has become more common. By the year 2030, there may be a need for 500,000 hip replacements and 3,000,000 knee replacements each year. The good news is that hip and knee replacements are very successful surgeries. It takes time to heal post surgery, but many people return to an active, pain-free life. And less pain usually leads to better walking ability and improvement in your overall health. Your New Orleans orthopedic surgeon finds that the right time for joint replacement surgery is a common concern among his patients. Many factors are important to consider including general health, time away from work, family commitments, and the time it will take ...

Anyone who has ever had to deal with back pain knows that it’s no fun. Whether it is minor, acute pain or a chronic problem, back injuries never fail to get in the way of a person’s day and wellbeing. Whatever the reason for your back pain, it’s very important that you take the proper precautions to prevent further injury and get treated by a New Orleans sports medicine specialist. Read More https://drrichardmeyer.com/2019/12/25/new-orleans-sports-medicine-4-soothing-ways-to-relieve-back-pain/

Carpal tunnel syndrome in Louisiana is numbness, tingling, weakness or pain in your fingers and hands caused by pressure on the median nerve in your wrist. It affects many people, especially those who work on a computer for extended periods of time. What causes carpal tunnel syndrome in Louisiana? Pressure on the median nerve causes carpal tunnel syndrome and it can come from swelling or anything that makes the carpal tunnel decrease in size. Illnesses such as hypothyroidism, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes; Repeatedly making the same hand movements, especially if the wrist is bent down; Pregnancy. Read More https://drrichardmeyer.com/2020/01/20/how-do-you-know-if-you-have-carpal-tunnel-syndrome-in-louisiana/

Carpal tunnel syndrome in Louisiana is numbness, tingling, weakness or pain in your fingers and hands caused by pressure on the median nerve in your wrist. It affects many people, especially those who work on a computer for extended periods of time. What causes carpal tunnel syndrome in Louisiana? Pressure on the median nerve causes carpal tunnel syndrome and it can come from swelling or anything that makes the carpal tunnel decrease in size. Illnesses such as hypothyroidism, rheumatoid arthritis, and diabetes; Repeatedly making the same hand movements, especially if the wrist is bent down; Pregnancy. Read More https://drrichardmeyer.com/2020/01/20/how-do-you-know-if-you-have-carpal-tunnel-syndrome-in-louisiana/

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In addition to tingling, numbness, weakness, or pain in the fingers or hand, some people may experience pain in their arm between their hand and their elbow. Symptoms most often occur in the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and half of the ring finger. If you have problems with your other fingers but your little finger is fine, this may be a sign that you have carpal tunnel syndrome, because a different nerve gives feeling to the little finger. You may first notice symptoms at night and might be able to find relief by shaking your hand. How is carpal tunnel syndrome diagnosed? When diagnosing carpal tunnel syndrome your Louisiana orthopedic surgeon will ask if you have any health problems such as arthritis, hypothyoidism, or diabetes or if you are pregnant. He or she will ask if you recently hurt your wrist, arm, or neck and will want to know about your daily routine. During the exam, your orthopedic surgeon will check the feeling, strength, and appearance of your neck, s...

Hip replacement surgery is a procedure in which an orthopedic surgeon surgically removes a painful hip joint and replaces it with an artificial joint, which is often made from metal and plastic components. Hip replacement in New Orleans is usually performed when other treatment options have failed to provide adequate relief from pain. Hip replacement surgery can be done traditionally or by using what is considered a minimally invasive technique. The main difference between the two is the size of the incision that is required. During a standard hip replacement in New Orleans, the patient is given general anesthesia to relax the muscles and put them into a deep – but temporary – sleep to prevent any pain. As an alternative, a spinal anesthetic may be given to help prevent pain. Read More https://drrichardmeyer.com/2020/01/29/what-happens-during-a-hip-replacement-in-new-orleans/ \

Hip replacement surgery is a procedure in which an orthopedic surgeon surgically removes a painful hip joint and replaces it with an artificial joint, which is often made from metal and plastic components. Hip replacement in New Orleans is usually performed when other treatment options have failed to provide adequate relief from pain. Hip replacement surgery can be done traditionally or by using what is considered a minimally invasive technique. The main difference between the two is the size of the incision that is required. During a standard hip replacement in New Orleans, the patient is given general anesthesia to relax the muscles and put them into a deep – but temporary – sleep to prevent any pain. As an alternative, a spinal anesthetic may be given to help prevent pain. Read More https://drrichardmeyer.com/2020/01/29/what-happens-during-a-hip-replacement-in-new-orleans/ \

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