Age does not have to be the demise of your athletic aspirations. At Barbour Orthopaedics & Spine, we realize that over 40 athletes have special needs regarding maintaining optimum performance while coping with joint pain. The good news is that the perfect set of evidence-based joint supplements, coupled with proper healthcare, will enable you to continue pursuing sports well into…
Understanding Runner’s Knee and Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Runner’s knee doesn’t matter – it gets everyone from casual weekend runners to serious marathon runners. The most common overuse condition is caused when the cartilage beneath your kneecap (patella) gets irritated, resulting in pain near or behind the kneecap. The condition, technically known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, tends to develop over time…
Are you a busy working professional experiencing hand pain, numbness, or tingling interfering with your work output? You may be suffering from carpal tunnel syndrome, a leading compression disorder among employed adults. The best news: Several non-surgical treatments are available to ease your symptoms while keeping your professional momentum intact. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) develops when the median nerve, passing…
Whether you’re a professional athlete, a college competitor, or simply someone who loves the game, staying healthy and performing at your peak requires more than just training hard. At Barbour Orthopaedics & Spine, we specialize in sports medicine that goes beyond injury treatment—we deliver strategic, individualized care designed to keep you in motion and at the top of your game.…
If you’ve ever dealt with sciatica, you know it’s more than just a passing ache. It can hijack your entire day—sometimes even your week—with sharp, radiating pain that shoots from your lower back down into your leg. At Barbour Orthopaedics & Spine, our physicians have seen just how debilitating this can be, and we’re here to walk you through some…
Golf might appear less physically demanding than contact sports, but the repetitive nature of the golf swing places unique stresses on the body that can lead to injuries over time. At Barbour Orthopaedics & Spine, we understand the passion golfers have for their game and how frustrating injuries can be when they keep you off the course. Understanding the Impact…
