Do you suspect that you or a loved one has knee arthritis? Within this article, you can find common arthritis symptoms, such as joint pain. Joint pain should never be ignored. However, before we dive into the seven signs of knee arthritis. It’s important to first understand the three main types. Osteoarthritis (OA) is the [...]
What is Osgood-Schlatter Disease? Many people have never heard of Osgood-Schlatter disease, even though it affects about 21% of adolescent athletes. This condition is common in physically active children between the ages of 8 -15. Although it also occurs in less active children and teenagers who are experiencing a growth spurt. During this time, muscles, [...]
Tiger Woods brings home his 5th jacket from The Masters this past Sunday. This will be his 15th major golf tournament victory. His previous championship was over 10 years ago in 2008 when he triumphed at the U.S. Open. Two years ago in 2017, Tiger Woods had undergone his fourth back procedure. At this time, [...]
Does your back crack when you roll over in bed? Do you stretch to the side and hear a chorus of cracks and pops up and down your spine? Have you ever wondered why that is? So have doctors. There is not a singular consensus on one cause for a back crack. There are a [...]
My experience with Dr. Gangavalli has been amazing!! I have suffered with cervical spine problems for 6 years. Dr Gangavalli has an incredible bedside manner that makes you feel at ease with your surgery, he performed an ACDF on me and I have not felt better!!
Every day there are millions of people who end up suffering from many nagging types of back pain. On top of being painful, this can harm your overall daily life. A healthy spine is crucial to maintaining normal everyday activities. For instance, it can cause you to miss work or prevent you from participating in [...]
When you travel on an airplane, it’s typical to develop neck pain. Especially if you sit in an uncomfortable position for an extended time. However, some experience neck or back pain during or after flying. Therefore, here are some tips you can use during your next travel: Carry over-the-counter medication If you have chronic pain, before boarding a [...]
If you are living with diabetes, one of the best things you can do is to keep your blood sugar levels under control. However, if not properly managed, diabetes can result in severe complications, such as poor blood flow and nerve damage. And this can ultimately lead to diabetic ulcers in the feet, which can [...]
Yes, you can lay on your back after surgery. To reduce pain after a spinal procedure it is typical for a patient to lay on their side or, believe it or not, on their back. Although, it is suggested to keep your knees bent and a pillow tucked between your legs while sleeping in either [...]
Spine & Orthopedic Center (SOC) is proud to welcome, Thomas D. Riley, IV, M.D., to its elite team of physicians. Dr. Riley is accepting new patients at SOC's offices in Plantation, Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, and Boca Raton. Dr. Thomas Riley believes in the importance of developing a true partnership with his patients, ensuring they [...]
