Hip Replacement Surgery Recovery: Timeline and Expectations
Hip replacement, also called total hip arthroplasty, replaces damaged hip joint surfaces with an artificial implant to reduce pain and restore movement. Recovery is the period when the incision and deeper tissues heal, strength and balance rebuild, and you relearn safe movement habits that protect the new joint. Understanding the Recovery Journey Most recoveries follow […]
7 Effective Hip Flexor Stretches to Relieve Low Back Pain
Hip flexor stretches can be a practical, low-risk way to improve hip extension and ease low back discomfort that’s linked to prolonged sitting and “stuck” hips. When the front-of-hip muscles stay shortened, the pelvis may move less freely and the low back can end up compensating. The seven hip flexor stretches below are commonly recommended […]
Pain in the low back, is it coming from the bones and joints?
The low back is a complex network of bones, joints, nerves, muscles and soft tissue. Each of these elements has the ability to cause pain that is felt in the low back. Low back pain that stems from the joints and bones of the low back is common and can be severely debilitating. In this […]
Tennis Elbow: Symptoms, Causes & Treatments
Tennis elbow is one of the most common overuse injuries of the upper limb, affecting athletes and non-athletes who perform repetitive wrist and forearm tasks. Understanding what’s happening at the tendon—and how to manage load—can accelerate recovery and reduce recurrences. What Is Tennis Elbow? Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) describes pain on the outside of the […]
Herniated Disc or Slipped Disc?
Herniated Disc or Slipped Disc? Understanding the Difference & Treatment Options You’ll hear many terms—herniated, slipped, ruptured, bulging disc—used to describe spinal disc problems. In everyday practice, “slipped” and “herniated” disc are often used interchangeably; what matters is whether the disc is contacting or inflaming a nearby nerve root and producing symptoms. Below is a […]
Open Enrollment Questions: Medicare versus Medicare Advantage
Open enrollment season is here, and many patients are asking how traditional Medicare compares to Medicare Advantage plans. To help you understand the key differences and make informed decisions about your coverage, our partners at The OrthoForum put together this short educational video. The Truth About Medicare Advantage – A Conversation with Dr. Jeff Racca […]
Washington Orthopaedic Value Network Launches Statewide
Launch of Washington Orthopaedic Value Network unites four independent practices statewide to share protocols, improve outcomes, and lower care costs.
10 Shoulder Impingement Exercises for Pain Relief
Shoulder impingement arises when rotator-cuff tendons are compressed as they pass beneath the acromion. Common triggers include repetitive overhead activity, poor posture, or anatomical variations. Symptoms range from sharp pain to loss of strength and mobility. Early rehabilitation helps prevent chronic inflammation or tears. Understanding Shoulder Impingement Shoulder impingement occurs when the rotator cuff tendons […]
Degenerative Disc Disease: Diagnosis and Treatment Options
Degenerative disc disease is a condition characterized by the gradual deterioration of spinal discs, leading to pain and reduced mobility.
PELTO Health Partners – National Press Release
500+ Independent Physicians Join Forces to Focus on Value and Improving Healthcare for Patients Nationwide, US — PELTO Health Partners is proud to announce the addition of Olympia Orthopaedic Associates (Olympia Ortho) from Olympia, WA as the fifth practice to join its rapidly expanding network. This significant addition strengthens PELTO’s representation to over 500 independent […]