Outpatient Joint Replacement Surgery: What Arkansas Patients Should Know

Joint pain shouldn’t hold you back from enjoying life this spring. Whether it’s walking your dog, gardening, or chasing after grandkids, movement should feel good—not painful. For many in Central Arkansas living with chronic hip or knee pain, outpatient joint replacement surgery offers a safe, effective way to get back to the activities you love, […]

Spring Break Safety: How to Avoid Injuries While Having Fun in the Sun

Spring break is here, and it’s time to soak up the sun, hit the trails, and maybe even try a new adventure! Whether you’re hitting the slopes, enjoying a day at the beach, or tackling that thrilling outdoor activity, staying safe is key to keeping the fun going all week long. At OrthoArkansas, we’ve seen […]

New Year, New Mobility: Is It Time for a Joint Replacement?

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As we welcome a new year, many people reflect on ways to improve their health and quality of life. For those struggling with chronic hip or knee pain, this could mean taking the next step toward lasting relief. If joint pain is limiting your mobility, affecting your daily activities, or keeping you from enjoying life, […]

Your Joint Replacement Journey: What To Expect At OrthoArkansas

Joint replacement surgery truly is a journey that requires careful planning, preparation and communication with your healthcare providers to guide you along the way. For those patients who have tried all the conservative measures and lifestyle changes but still found no relief,  your orthopedist and you may consider surgical intervention. Although surgery is always the last […]

Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis: Symptoms, Diagnosis and Treatment

There are many different types of arthritis — with different causes, aches and pains. Among more than 100 forms of this disease, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis are the most prevalent. However, they are very different in terms of their cause, symptoms and treatment — and how they damage our joints. Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis The key […]

Show Your Joints Some Love

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Give your joints the TLC and expert care they deserve. Taking care of our joints is essential for living a pain-free and active life. Here are some tips keep joints healthy.

Break the Habit: Smoking Affects Bone Health

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A fresh start can happen anytime, but one of the most important changes you can make this year starts with a breath of fresh air. We all know that smoking is bad for our health, but did you know that smoking affects not only our lungs, but also our bones and joints?

Care For Caregivers: Helpful Tips And Tools

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Caregivers play an important role in the care and recovery of their loved ones, but it can be challenging. We understand these challenges and are dedicated to providing caregivers with helpful resources, tips and tools.

Shining Light On Vitamin D And Healthy Bones

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Of all the things that we can do to help our body and bones stay healthy, there is one that is the easiest of all. What is it you wonder? The answer is a daily dose of sunlight.

Take Steps Now To Prevent Osteoporosis

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Millions of Americans have osteoporosis or are at risk. One in two women and up to one in four men over the age of 50 will break a bone due to osteoporosis.