Metacarpal fractures, which are a type of hand fracture, are common and account for 10% of all fractures. If you have this type of injury, it’s important to seek medical attention to help preserve the full range of strength and mobility in your hand. Fortunately, recovery...
Your clavicle, or collarbone, is located at the front of your shoulders at the top of your chest. It serves as a link between the shoulder and body and also helps protect underlying nerves and blood vessels. A clavicle fracture is a common injury, and...
Nerves branch out from the spine, carrying out specific jobs, such as transmitting sensations to your spinal cord and brain. Along the way, they can become compressed and cause pain and other symptoms. In this blog, orthopedic physicians Dr. Ather Mirza and Dr. Justin Mirza of Mirza Orthopedics explain exactly what compression...
Elbow pain can make it difficult to carry out your daily tasks, and it’s often accompanied by other symptoms such as swelling and lack of normal mobility. In this blog, orthopedic physicians Dr. Ather Mirza and Dr. Justin Mirza of Mirza Orthopedics explain some of the common causes of elbow pain. What is elbow...
A rotator cuff injury can cause pain and loss of mobility that can interfere with your active life. In this blog, orthopedic physicians Dr. Ather Mirza and Dr. Justin Mirza with Mirza Orthopedics explain how to know if you have a torn rotator cuff. What is a torn rotator cuff? Your rotator cuff consists...