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OrthoInfo - Patient Education | AAOSorthoinfo, orthopaedic patient education, patient education, information for patients, AAOS patient information, AAOS patient education, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons patient educationPatients rely on OrthoInfo to help them better understand orthopaedic health issues like arthritis, broken bones, and sports injuries, plus orthopaedic treatments like joint replacement and arthroscopy.OrthoInfo - Patient Education | AAOS from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Diseases & Conditions Popular Topics Arthritis Broken Bones Osteoporosis Sports Injuries Tumors Children's Conditions Ortho-pinion Blog View All Topics By Body Part Neck Back Shoulder Elbow Hand & Wrist Hip & Thigh Knee & Lower Leg Foot & Ankle Featured Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Clavicle Fracture (Broken Collarbone) Treatment Popular Topics Arthroscopy Joint Replacement Preparing for Surgery Nonsurgical Treatments Diagnostic Tests Ortho-pinion Blog View All Topics By Body Part Neck Back Shoulder Elbow Hand & Wrist Hip & Thigh Knee & Lower Leg Foot & Ankle Featured Knee Arthroscopy Total Hip Replacement Recovery Popular Topics Recovery from Surgery Rehabilitation Exercise Handouts Pain Management Ortho-pinion Blog View All Topics By Body Part Neck Back Shoulder Elbow Hand & Wrist Hip & Thigh Knee & Lower Leg Foot & Ankle Featured Activities After Total Knee Replacement Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Conditioning Program Staying Healthy Popular Topics Bone Health Fitness & Exercise Sports Injury Prevention Home & Recreational Safety Ortho-pinion Blog Diet & Nutrition View All Topics By Body Part Neck Back Shoulder Elbow Hand & Wrist Hip & Thigh Knee & Lower Leg Foot & Ankle Featured A Guide to Safety for Young Athletes Bone Health Basics Our knowledge of orthopaedics. Your best health. from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons Diseases & Conditions View All Topics By Body Part Featured Popular Topics Arthritis Broken Bones Osteoporosis Sports Injuries Tumors Children's Conditions Ortho-pinion Blog Treatment View All Topics By Body Part Featured Popular Topics Arthroscopy Joint Replacement Preparing for Surgery Nonsurgical Treatments Diagnostic Tests Ortho-pinion Blog Recovery View All Topics By Body Part Featured Popular Topics Recovery from Surgery Rehabilitation Exercise Handouts Pain Management Ortho-pinion Blog Staying Healthy View All Topics By Body Part Featured Popular Topics Bone Health Fitness & Exercise Sports Injury Prevention Home & Recreational Safety Ortho-pinion Blog Diet & Nutrition Find informationby body part About Your Shoulder Diseases & Conditions Arthritis of the Shoulder Diseases & Conditions Chronic Shoulder Instability Treatment Shoulder Joint Replacement Recovery Rotator Cuff and Shoulder Conditioning Program See more Shoulder topics About Your Neck Diseases & Conditions Neck Sprains and Strains Diseases & Conditions Neck Pain Treatment Cervical Radiculopathy: Surgical Treatment Options Treatment Cervical Spondylotic Myelopathy: Surgical Treatment Options See more Neck topics About Your Knee Diseases & Conditions Why Do Knees Make Noise? 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Our articles and other resources provide in-depth information about symptoms, causes, and treatment options for musculoskeletal problems — and all of our resources are developed and reviewed by the experts at the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. article About us Featured Spanish Translations We are committed to providing accurate and reliable health information for our readers who speak Spanish. Click here for a list of articles and other resources on the OrthoInfo website that have been translated into Spanish. resource Explore What is FAAOS? Searching for a reputable orthopaedic surgeon to treat your musculoskeletal injury, condition, or disease? Start by looking for the letters “FAAOS” (Fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons) after a doctor’s name. article Learn more OrthoInfo Basics Handouts These printable PDF handouts address some of the most common musculoskeletal conditions and treatments in plain language designed to maximize reading comprehension. Basics can be customized with a doctor's practice logo and details. handout Learn more See all About Us topics Popular See all Diseases & Conditions Topics Diseases & Conditions Soft Tissue Sarcomas Soft tissue sarcomas are rare cancerous tumors that begin in the soft tissues of the body such as muscles, fat, joints, nerves, and blood vessels. For many people, the first symptom of soft tissue sarcoma is a painless slow-growing lump in the trunk or limbs.  article Learn more Featured Herniated Disk in the Lower Back A herniated disk is a condition that can occur anywhere in the spine but most often occurs in the lower back. It is sometimes called a bulging, protruding, or ruptured disk. It is one of the most common causes of lower back pain, as well as leg pain, or sciatica. article Learn more Shoulder Pain and Common Shoulder Problems Because so many structures make up the shoulder, it is vulnerable to many different problems and injuries — from inflammation to tendon tears to fractures. article Read Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Patellofemoral pain syndrome (PFPS) is a broad term used to describe pain in the front of the knee and around the kneecap. It is sometimes called "runner's knee" or "jumper's knee" because it is common in people who participate in sports — especially females and young adults. article Read Sever's Disease Sever’s disease is one of the most common causes of heel pain in growing children, especially children who are very physically active. It is an inflammation of the growth plate in the calcaneus (heel) that most often occurs during growth spurts, when bones, muscles, tendons, and other structures are changing rapidly. article Learn more See all Diseases & Conditions Topics Popular See all Treatment topics Treatment Finding the Right Orthopaedic Surgeon These tips can help you find a quality orthopaedic surgeon to treat your musculoskeletal condition, injury, or disease. article Learn more Elbow Arthroscopy Elbow arthroscopy is used to visualize and treat many problems inside the elbow joint. It may be recommended if you have a painful condition that does not respond to nonsurgical treatment.  article Read Preparing for joint Replacement Surgery By planning ahead for your joint replacement procedure, you can help to ensure a successful surgery, recovery, and rehabilitation.  article Read Featured Total Hip Replacement Whether you have just begun exploring treatment options or have already decided to undergo total hip replacement surgery, this article will help you understand the benefits and limitations of total hip replacement.  article Learn more Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Over the past few decades, much has been written about platelet-rich plasma (PRP) and its potential effectiveness in the treatment of injuries. But which conditions can PRP help improve? article Find out See all Treatment topics Popular See all Recovery topics Recovery Care of Casts and Splints article Learn more Spine Rehabilitation Exercises handout Read Featured Foot and Ankle Conditioning Program After a foot or ankle injury or surgery, an exercise conditioning program will help you return to daily activities and enjoy a more active, healthy lifestyle. Following a well-structured conditioning program will also help you return to sports and other recreational activities.  exercise guide Explore See all Recovery topics Popular See all Staying Healthy topics Staying Healthy Exercise and Bone Health Exercise works on bones much like it works on muscles — it makes them stronger. Exercise is important for building strong bones when we are younger, and it is essential for maintaining bone strength when we are older. It also improves balance and coordination, which becomes especially important as we get older because it helps to prevent falls.   article Learn more Calcium, Nutrition, and Bone Health The health and strength of our bones rely on a balanced diet and a steady stream of nutrients — most importantly, calcium and Vitamin D. article Read Golf Injury Prevention Most golf injuries are the result of overuse. By repeating the same golf swing motion over and over again, significant stress is placed on the same muscles, tendons, and joints. 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