Santa Rosa Orthopaedics

🔥 Sciatica Pain Just Won’t Quit? Learn When Surgery May Be the Right Next Step.

Surgery for herniated disc and sciatica pain | Santa Rosa Orthopaedics Microdiscectomy, or Microlumbar Discectomy (MLD) is performed to treat a painful lumbar herniated disc which can press on the spinal nerves causing pain and numbness in the buttock and leg. Microdiscectomy is one of the most common surgeries performed by spine surgeons. During this surgery either pa...

Just 45 Minutes a Week Could Help Older Adults Move Easier with Arthritis 🚶‍♀️

Weekly activity improves arthritis symptoms in older adults | Santa Rosa Orthopaedics Older adults who suffer from arthritis need to keep moving to be functionally independent. But in an examination of a goal that is daunting for most of this aging population, one study found that performing even a third of the recommended activity is beneficial. “Patients who suffer from ...

🚶‍♂️ Is Joint Pain Keeping You From Doing What You Love? It May Be Time to Consider Joint Replacement

When Total Joint Replacement is Your Best Option | Santa Rosa Orthopaedics What is TJR Total joint replacement (TJR) is one of the most successful surgical procedures available, thanks to refined surgical techniques, improved implant characteristics, aggressive physical rehabilitation with a focus on pain management. It is performed to repair severe injuries or to replace....

🇺🇸 Why Chronic Back Pain Is One of the Most Common Challenges Facing Veterans

Chronic Back Pain an Issue for Veterans | Santa Rosa Orthopaedics Disabling back pain is a commonly reported condition that affects the lives of many veterans, impacting mobility and ability to work after being discharged. In some cases, back pain is the result of a traumatic event, but it can also be a result of long term overuse and ...