Each year, more than 600,000 knee replacement surgeries are performed in the United States. The surgery is typically done to repair joint damage caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or another condition that causes difficulty walking or performing daily tasks. Undergoing knee replacement is no easy feat, so it is important [...]
The human spine is extremely remarkable. Made up of 33 individual bones called vertebrae, it provides the structural framework for the upper body. From supporting our head to allowing us to stand, the spine also has the vital function of protecting the spinal cord and nerves which run through [...]
Do you find that you’re in pain more often than you should be? Do you suffer from neck, back, and joint pain? If the pain you’re experiencing is constant, we highly recommend a consultation with an orthopedic physician. The pain that you’re experiencing could be chronic pain, which can be [...]
While you may feel like you need to rest your sore back, exercise is one of the best tools to cure pain. Low impact exercises such as yoga are great at alleviating your pain, without adding more stress to your body. If you’re looking for a way to stop the [...]
One of the most common knee injuries is a meniscal tear. Meniscal tears can occur as people age or even if you twist or turn your knee abruptly. Whatever the cause, a meniscal tear can result in pain and swelling and can make completing your daily tasks harder. Learn [...]
It’s not uncommon for people to believe that their job is causing them wrist pain. After a full day of typing and completing other tasks that require repetitive wrist motion, it’s natural for our wrists to feel sore afterward. But if the pain persists long after you’ve clocked out and [...]
Ouch! You were going about your business when…BAM—you sustain a toe injury. While your immediate reaction to the throbbing pain and swelling might have you wondering, is my toe broken? Here’s what you should know: Signs Your Toe May Be Broken An injury to your feet or toes may leave you [...]
Dr. Otte and Sarasota Open 2023 winner, Daniel Altmaier Elizabeth Moore Sarasota Open recently announced a partnership with Coastal Orthopedics, a full-service provider of comprehensive orthopedic surgery, sports medicine, spine care, pain management, diagnostic imaging and physical therapy service, for its 2023 tennis tournament. Dr. R. Stephen Otte will serve [...]
Carpal tunnel syndrome can be a devastating condition to endure. Its symptoms can vary in intensity from person to person, the signs can be misleading and the problems that it causes can increase in severity over time. The most significant warning signs of this syndrome are noticeable numbness or tingling [...]
This just in: Smoking is bad for you Ok, maybe that’s not so new. And while many of us already know that smoking tobacco is the number one cause of preventable death, and it has a devastating impact on your heart and lungs, many would be surprised to find [...]
