What is an Orthopedic Massage

Orthopedic Massage: Restoring The Balance

Categories: Arthritis / Back Pain

Who doesn’t love a good massage? Our muscles and joints can be greatly affected from our daily activities. A long relaxing massage can sometimes be just what the doctor ordered. But what if you suffer from arthritis or back pain? Aside from the relaxation provided by a typical massage, orthopedic massage therapy might be the  … View More

Ease Sciatic Pain

Effective Ways to Ease Sciatic Pain

Categories: Back Pain / Exercises

Don’t Know if it’s Sciatica? Symptoms Include: Consistent pain on one side of the leg or buttocks Elevated pain when sitting Pain in the legs that can be described as tingling, searing, or burning Feelings of weakness, numbness or difficulty in moving leg or foot Sharp pain inhibiting the ability to stand or walk Find  … View More

Should I use hot or cold for an injury

Heat or Ice on Injuries?

Categories: Back Pain / Pain Management / Sports Medicine

Ask an Orthopedic Series #AskAnOrtho Question: When should I use hot vs. cold therapy for an injury? Both hot and cold therapies can help to reduce pain from a muscle or joint injury, but deciding which course of treatment to take can be more than a little bit confusing! At The Central Orthopedic Group, we  … View More