How to Treat a Jammed Finger
Treatment depends on the extent of the injury. However, home remedies for a mild injury can come in handy.
Tips to Alleviate Back Pain on a Road Trip
While trips are fun and exciting, they can be dreadful for people with back pain on a road trip.
Hurricane Dorian Update
Due to Hurricane Dorian, Spine & Orthopedic Center has decided to take proper measures for the safety of our patients and employees, and all our offices will be closed on Tuesday September 3rd. As of today, we will resume normal operations on Wednesday, September 4th. If you are a patient, please call us toll free [...]
Hurricane Injury & Illness Prevention Tips
Hurricane Injury & Illness Prevention is important, and you need to take the appropriate steps to stay safe. Especially before a hurricane, even if one isn’t headed your way. However, since hurricane season is now among us, we all need to be prepared. Injury prevention is very important. And we should all be careful during [...]
Preparing for a Hurricane
Living in Florida, we've had our share of hurricanes. In 2017, Irma was projected to hit the East Coast of South Florida, quickly gaining speed. At the last minute, it switched paths and made a beeline towards the West Coast. Devastating many people who were not prepared for this turn. This being said, we should [...]
“It is now 6 months later and the numbness has subsided”
My introduction to Dr. Gangavalli began on the day my left arm and hand experienced such severe numbness I couldn’t button my shirt or tie my shoes. An MRI was prescribed by a neurologist and upon review he immediately ordered me to the emergency room. The next day I was in Dr. Gangavalli’s office. With [...]
Best Pillows & Sleep Positions For Sciatica
Are you having trouble finding sleep positions for sciatica? Our physicians and physical therapists at SOC are sciatica pain specialists. Our physical therapists have put together an article on the best pillows and sleeping positions for someone living with sciatica. Also, see 5 Things You Need to Know About Sciatica Sciatica can be extremely uncomfortable, especially with the stabbing [...]
What is That Warm Sensation in my Thigh
Typically, the warm flashes last only for a few seconds and then disappear. However, over time they become more persistent and painful.
7 Possible Causes of Shoulder Pain
Many of us experience shoulder pain, although typically in different ways. For some, it may be a sharp or burning sensation while for others it’s achy and tinder. Regardless of the type of pain, this may limit movements and interfere with daily activities.
7 Signs of Knee Arthritis
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 [...]