Tidewater Blog

Jan 08, 2023

Genetics, lifestyle, and shoe wear all come into play with the development of foot deformities. Hammertoes and bunions are the typical results of cramped, ill-fitting shoes worn consistently for long periods. As such, they are more common in women th...

Jan 02, 2023

January is the season of New Years resolutions! As we strive to make 2022 better than 2023, many people will undoubtably want to improve their physical health.  Before trying new and different movements for your body here are some helpful t...

Nov 13, 2022

According to our joint replacement experts, you may be ready for a hip replacement if you’re experiencing the following: You have hip pain that keeps you awake at night The pain in your hip prevents you from participating in your favorite recre...

Nov 06, 2022

Total knee replacement surgery removes damaged and painful areas of the femur and tibia, replacing them with specially designed metal and plastic parts. In order to speed up recovery time, our experts suggest preparing for this procedure by performin...

Oct 23, 2022

The cause of trigger finger is generally unknown. However, it is found more commonly in women than men as well as in those suffering from other health issues, such as diabetes or rheumatoid arthritis. Symptoms of trigger finger include a lump in the...

Sep 19, 2022

High levels of stress can cause headaches, disturb sleep, and lead to high blood pressure and depression. Coping with stress properly becomes even more important if you are one of the more than 40 million Americans living with arthritis. The complica...

Sep 05, 2022

According to our joint replacement experts, you may be ready for a joint replacement if you’re experiencing the following: You have joint pain that keeps you awake at night The pain in your knee prevents you from participating in your favorite...

Aug 22, 2022

A shoulder injury is typically associated with a sudden or traumatic event such as a sports-related injury or fall. As a result, shoulder separation or dislocation is common. However, the difference between the two begins with the location of the inj...

Aug 08, 2022

Golfer’s elbow is similar to tennis elbow (both are forms of elbow tendonitis) but occurs on the inside of the elbow rather than the outside. There will be inflammation along the inner side of the elbow, where the tendons of the forearm muscles...