Complex regional pain syndrome is a relatively uncommon form of chronic pain that tends to affect the arm or leg. Also known as CRPS, it’s a condition that usually develops after an injury, Read more
Dr. Knight has worked with many professional athletes to help return function and mobility after a torn wrist ligament. Dr. Knight is able to perform a minimally invasive, stitchless advanced Read more
In many cases cartilage tears of the wrist can be treated with a splint and a pain reliever such as Advil or Aleve for up to four weeks. Some patients may find that their condition immediately Read more
Cartilage tears in the wrist are a common occurrence when the wrist has been overextended. A cartilage tear can be painful, and common symptoms include limited motion and swelling, a popping or Read more
Did you know that the Sports and Spine Center at D.I.S.C. is an official medical services provider for the U.S. Olympic Team? With top notch medical facilities, techniques, and staff, D.I.S.C. and Read more
There is another type of burn that requires immediate medical attention, no matter the severity. If you’ve suffered from an electrical burn (from a power line, for example) go to the Read more
There are some things you should avoid doing if you have suffered a burn. Avoid putting butter or oil on a burn, and do not put ice or ice water directly on second- or third-degree burns. If Read more
Third-degree burns cause damage to all layers of the skin and look white or charred. These burns may cause little or no pain because the nerves and tissue have been so severely damaged. Read more
Second-degree burns are very painful and often produce blisters on the skin. The skin will look very red and splotchy, and may be very swollen. A second-degree burn usually takes 2-3 weeks to heal Read more
Many of us get burned in the kitchen multiple times each year, but when is it serious enough to see a doctor? Most of the burns we all experience are first-degree burns. They are red and painful, Read more
If you suspect that you’ve suffered a scaphoid fracture, it’s important that you seek treatment as soon as possible. While scaphoid fractures are a fairly common occurrence, many Read more
In some cases surgery may be required to treat a scaphoid fracture. The most common surgical treatment uses screws to join the disconnected parts of the scaphoid. Healing from this type of surgery Read more
If you think you have a fracture of the scaphoid bone, a doctor will usually be able to tell upon examination if the bone has been broken. He may order an X-ray to confirm. If the fracture is Read more
The symptoms of a scaphoid fracture tend to be different from those of other wrist fractures. There is often no outward sign of a fracture, and pain may take a few days after the initial trauma to Read more
Fracture of the scaphoid bone is the most common type of fracture seen in the wrist. The scaphoid is generally broken after a severe trauma to the wrist, often the result of a fall. The Read more
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