What’s A “Slipped” Or Herniated Disc?
Before we dive in, let’s clarify what a disc is. It is not, as many people think, a bone in your spine, and rather it’s a protective layer in between the bones in your spine.
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Back To Basics: What Is Physical Therapy?
When you’re scheduling your first physical therapy appointment, you might be nervous because you’re unsure about what to expect. Physical therapy is a wonderful tool that can help treat a range of conditions, from...
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Orthopedics: Back To The Basics
Even if you’ve never been to an orthopedist, you’ve likely heard about orthopedics and the type of treatment offered in an orthopedic office. But what does orthopedics actually entail, and why is it the right choice for you?
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Stabilize Your Spine with Kyphoplasty
A fracture caused by Osteoporosis can lead to excruciating pain and can be devastating to a patient both physically and mentally. With Kyphoplasty, a surgery used to repair an osteoporotic fracture, OCPBC’s Dr. D’Ariano and Dr. Billinghurst...
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PRP Procedure Saves MLB Player from Surgery
Recently, Major League Baseball player Wei-Yin Chen of the Miami Marlins suffered a brutal elbow injury that would have devastated his season and possibly his career if he was subject to surgery.
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A Look at Medical Acupuncture
Have you been feeling under the weather? Maybe you’ve just experienced a car accident or received a chronic pain diagnosis. Whatever the case, medical acupuncture can help.
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The Benefits of PRP Therapy
Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy is an exciting, new treatment that works with the body’s natural systems to accelerate healing. If you are experiencing tendon injuries, osteoarthritis, or a variety of other hip, knee, leg, shoulder...
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We’ve Moved: Our New Boynton Beach Location
The Orthopedic Center of Palm Beach County is pleased to announce the opening of our new Boynton Beach branch located at 10275 Hagen Ranch Road, Suite 200, Boynton Beach, FL 33437.
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When is Spinal Fusion Surgery Recommended?
Do you suffer from persistent lower back pain? If you have tried non-surgical methods like physical therapy with no result, it may be time to consult with your doctor about a surgical procedure such as spinal fusion surgery.
