Tags: Long Island Orthopedic Surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, reasons to see an orthopedic surgeon | Published: 2017/02/13
We all use our hands, wrists, and forearms throughout the day to perform a variety of activities, from getting dressed to driving and working. When the joints, tendons, and muscles in these areas are working as they should, these activities can be accomplished easily. But when an injury or other issue causes damage, pain and […]
Read MoreTags: common causes of wrist pain, orthopedic surgeon long island, shoulder fractures, shoulder pain, types of wrist fractures, wrist fracture treatment | Published: 2017/01/31
Skiing and other snow sports such as snowboarding are fun, exhilarating ways to get outside and exercise in the winter. No matter how careful you are, however, participating in any sport has a risk of injury, and this can include hand, wrist, or elbow injuries or shoulder fractures. In this blog, the Long Island-based orthopedic […]
Read MoreTags: Injury Prevention, orthopedic surgeon long island, orthopedic surgery, Shoulder Injuries, Wrist Injuries | Published: 2017/01/30
If you’re working hard at a New Year’s resolution to become more fit and active, give yourself a well-deserved pat on the back. Starting or renewing an active lifestyle can reap a wide variety of long-term rewards, but you’ll want to avoid injuries that can put you on the sidelines. In this blog, the Long […]
Read MoreTags: tennis elbow, tennis elbow symptoms, tennis elbow treatment | Published: 2016/12/29
You’ve probably heard of tennis elbow but may not know exactly what it is or how it can be treated. In this blog the orthopedic physicians at Mirza Orthopedics will explain the cause as well as the best treatments for tennis elbow. What is tennis elbow? Tennis elbow involves inflammation of the muscles and tendons […]
Read MoreTags: shoulder arthritis, shoulder arthritis symptoms, shoulder arthritis treatments | Published: 2016/12/29
Shoulder arthritis can cause issues with range of motion, making your daily activities more difficult and causing pain. In this blog, the doctors at Mirza Orthopedics will explain shoulder arthritis symptoms. What is shoulder arthritis? Shoulder arthritis refers to inflammation of the shoulder joint, which can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling. What are common shoulder […]
Read MoreTags: carpal tunnel release, carpal tunnel symptoms, carpal tunnel syndrome, carpal tunnel treatments | Published: 2016/11/29
Have you noticed numbness and tingling in your thumb and fingers? Do you work in a job where you make repetitive motions like scanning products on a conveyor belt, gardening, or using hand tools? If so, you may have a condition called carpal tunnel syndrome. Luckily, there are many simple, non-invasive ways to treat carpal […]
Read MoreTags: cubital tunnel release surgery, cubital tunnel symptoms, cubital tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome treatment | Published: 2016/11/22
Does your work entail long hours of repetitive movement of the elbow? Do you feel tingling and pain in your arm that radiates down to your fingers? If so, you may be suffering from a condition called ulnar nerve entrapment, or cubital tunnel syndrome. At Mirza Orthopedics, we specialize in treating a variety of conditions […]
Read MoreTags: frozen shoulder, frozen shoulder causes, frozen shoulder symptoms, frozen shoulder treatment | Published: 2016/10/31
Are you suffering from shoulder pain with limited movement in the joint? This is just one symptom of a condition called frozen shoulder, which can begin gradually, and then deteriorate over time. The shoulder condition, also called adhesive capsulitis, begins with stiffness and pain in the joint accompanied with a limited range of motion. It can […]
Read MoreTags: orthopedic surgeon long island, orthopedic surgeons, orthopedic surgery | Published: 2016/10/27
If you have an injury and have been referred to see an orthopedic surgeon, it can be overwhelming to find the best doctor to treat your condition. It’s an important decision, because you’ll want to find a doctor who you feel comfortable with and who can deliver the best possible treatment, even if that doesn’t […]
Read MoreTags: cubital tunnel symptoms, cubital tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome treatment | Published: 2016/09/29
Have you noticed a persistent numbness and tingling in your fingers and hand? Is it difficult to grab and hold onto objects? Your symptoms may be caused by a condition called ulnar nerve entrapment, or cubital tunnel syndrome. If you’ve received this diagnosis and are looking for a second opinion or alternative therapies to surgery, […]
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