Dr BurkeMarch 6, 2025
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Can Arthritis Kill You? Understanding the Risks and Complications
Can Arthritis Kill You? Understanding the Risks and Complications Arthritis is often associated with pain and joint stiffness, but could it be life-threatening? Many people wonder, Can arthritis kill you? While arthritis itself may not directly cause death, some forms, such as rheumatoid arthritis and bacterial arthritis, can lead to severe complications. Dr. Burke Orthopedics […]
Dr BurkeJanuary 30, 2025
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How Weight Loss Can Save Your Joints—and Help You Avoid Surgery
How Weight Loss Can Save Your Joints—and Help You Avoid Surgery At Dr. Burke Orthopedics, we know the thought of surgery can be overwhelming. While surgical options are sometimes necessary, there are effective non-surgical strategies to relieve joint pain and prevent the need for invasive procedures. One of the most impactful methods? Weight loss. Shedding […]
Dr BurkeJanuary 30, 2025
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5 Effective Ways to Protect Your Knees from Surgery
5 Effective Ways to Protect Your Knees from Surgery Knee pain affects millions of Americans and is often a precursor to surgery, particularly for individuals with arthritis. While surgery is sometimes unavoidable, there are proactive steps you can take to reduce the risk of knee injury and delay or prevent the need for surgical intervention. […]
Dr BurkeOctober 29, 2024
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Shoulder Separation (AC Joint Separation)
What Is Shoulder Separation (AC Joint Separation)? A shoulder separation, also known as an acromioclavicular (AC) joint separation, occurs when the ligaments connecting the collarbone (clavicle) to the shoulder blade (scapula) are damaged or torn, causing the collarbone to separate from the shoulder blade. This injury is often associated with falls or direct impacts to […]
Dr BurkeOctober 29, 2024
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition caused by pressure on the median nerve as it passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist. This nerve compression can lead to pain, numbness, and weakness in the hand and fingers, impacting daily activities and quality of life. Carpal tunnel syndrome often […]
Dr BurkeOctober 25, 2024
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Joint Dislocations
What Is a Joint Dislocation? A joint dislocation occurs when the bones that form a joint are forced out of their normal positions. This can happen in any joint, but the most common sites of dislocations are the shoulder, elbow, fingers, knees, and hips. Dislocations are usually the result of trauma, such as a fall, […]
Dr BurkeOctober 25, 2024
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Hip Dysplasia
What Is Hip Dysplasia? Hip dysplasia is a condition where the hip socket does not fully cover the ball of the upper thigh bone (femur), leading to a partial or complete dislocation of the hip joint. This condition can be present at birth or develop over time, and it ranges in severity from mild to […]
Dr BurkeOctober 25, 2024
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Hammer Toe
What Is Hammer Toe? Hammer toe is a deformity of the toe that causes it to bend downward at the middle joint, giving it a hammer-like appearance. This condition typically affects the second, third, or fourth toes and can cause discomfort, difficulty walking, and issues with footwear. Hammer toe often develops due to muscle imbalances, […]
Dr BurkeOctober 25, 2024
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Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
What Is Golfer’s Elbow? Golfer’s elbow, medically known as medial epicondylitis, is a condition that causes pain and inflammation on the inner side of the elbow, where the tendons of the forearm attach to the bony bump of the elbow. Despite its name, golfer’s elbow can affect anyone who performs repetitive wrist or arm movements, […]
Dr BurkeOctober 25, 2024
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Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)
What Is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is a condition characterized by stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint, making it difficult to move the arm. Over time, the condition can worsen, leading to a limited range of motion and significant discomfort. Frozen shoulder is more common in people between the […]