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Arthritis of the Hip & Knee: Treatment Options
Treatments for this common cause of pain range from physical therapy to surgery. Researchers say a combination of medication and non-drug treatments is ideal for treating arthritis. For instance, The U.S. National Library of Medicine says acetaminophen (up to 4 …
Categories: Orthopedic Health
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Get to Know JC Devitt, Director of Rehabilitation
The Rehabilitation Department at St. Pete General provides critical treatment to people who are recovering from injury, surgery, or other medical issues. Through physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy, our team helps patients improve or regain skills they may …
What to Expect After Knee Surgery
If you suffer from knee pain or injury, your orthopedic surgeon may recommend knee surgery. This may sound daunting at first, but such a procedure can often alleviate the problems you are experiencing. Knee surgery is one of the least …