OrthoNOW updated response to COVID-19 March 31, 2020 OrthoNOW remains committed the safety of our patients and staff, practicing social distancing to reduce the spread of the coronavirus. New guidelines were released today: OrthoNOW Doral and OrthoNOW Biscayne immediate care locations remain closed to patients. This is a fluid situation and will be reevaluated on Read More »
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Attention – Visitor Advisory
Important COVID-19 update, we are here to help keeping you healthy while caring for your orthopedic needs. In light of the Coronavirus outbreak, we have implemented a number of precautionary measures to ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff, while continuing to care for your orthopedic needs. To prevent the potential spread Read More »
Hand-Washing Technique by OrthoNOW and SCA at Doral
Turn faucet on using a paper/towel/any sort of protection wet hands under running water, apply soap and rub palms together, make sure soap gets in between fingers, spread soap lather over the back of hands, grip fingers on each hand and rub hands together make sure to also clean your wrists! rinse each hand individually Read More »
What to Do If You Have Arthritis Symptoms Such as Pain, Stiffness, or Swelling In Or Around One or More of Your Joints?
Diagnosing Arthritis If you have arthritis symptoms such as pain, stiffness, or swelling in or around one or more of your joints, visit your nearest OrthoNOW Center for a $99 evaluation. Clinician will usually diagnose pain by using the patient’s medical history, physical examination and X-rays. It is possible to have more than one form Read More »
Steps You Can Take to Reduce Your Risk Of Developing Some Types Of Arthritis
Arthritis Prevention Maintaining a healthy weight decreases your risk of developing osteoarthritis and gout. Protecting your joints from injuries or overuse can reduce your risk of osteoarthritis. Can children get arthritis? Yes, children can get arthritis. The most common type of arthritis found in children is juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), also known as childhood arthritis Read More »
Children Can Get Arthritis Too
Juvenile arthritis Arthritis in children is called childhood arthritis or juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA), which is the most common type of arthritis found in children. Like other types of arthritis, JIA can cause pain, swelling, and stiffness in one or more joints. Other symptoms may include fever, fatigue, rash, and loss of appetite. The disease Read More »
Tommy John Surgery
Tommy John Surgery, known in medical practice as ulnar collateral ligament (UCL) reconstruction, is a surgical graft procedure in which the ulnar collateral ligament in the medial elbow is replaced with a tendon from elsewhere in the body. The procedure is common among collegiate and professional athletes in several sports, most notably baseball. The procedure Read More »
Care of Casts and Splints
Casts and splints support and protect injured bones and soft tissue. When you break a bone, your doctor will put the pieces back together in the right position. Casts and splints hold the bones in place while they heal. They also reduce pain, swelling, and muscle spasm. In some cases, splints and casts are applied Read More »
Encourage Your Kids to Practice Sports
Encouraging children to get involved in sports is one of the best things parents can do for their kids However, many parents fail to do this for either lack of awareness or lack of tools available for parents. Having access to valuable information is key. That’s why we would like to refer our readers to Read More »