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Anterior Cruciate Ligament - (ACL) Arthroscopic Repair		Rotator Cuff Repair - Open Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery - Meniscus Repair of the Knee		Shoulder Replacement Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery - Meniscus Repair of the Knee	Visit our orthopedic surgery patient education center to learn more

All Wellness Library articles (26 items)Wellness Library

> Are Feet at Fault for Back, Hip, and Knee Woes?
> Back Pain: It May Not Be What You Think
> Basic Back Care

A Safer Way to Get Out of Bed
Something as simple as getting out of bed properly can help to ease strain on your back and prevent injury.

Tests and Procedures

Bone Scan
A bone scan is used to examine the various bones of the skeleton to identify areas of physical and chemical changes in bone.

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> Arthroscopy
> Back and Neck Pain
> Common Discomforts During Pregnancy

Anatomy of the Hand
Each of your hands has three types of bones: phalanges in your fingers; metacarpals in your mid-hand, and carpals in your wrist.

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> Pinched Nerve
> Shoulder Pain
> Wrist and Hand Pain

Back Pain
Back pain can be caused by inflammation of joints, muscles, or ligaments. Poor posture, obesity, or lifting something the wrong way can cause back pain. Pain also can develop after you sit or stand too long or when you are under physical or mental stress.

All Krames Patient Education Sheets articles (71 items)Krames Patient Education Sheets

> After Knee Replacement: Controlling Swelling
> After Knee Replacement: Keeping Your Knee Healthy
> After Knee Replacement: The First Month

After Knee Replacement: Back at Home
You and your healthcare team will assess how well you can care for yourself at home. You may need friends, family, or a home health aide to help with chores and errands.

Related Medicines

Acetaminophen		Acetaminophen; Codeine
Acetaminophen; Hydrocodone		Acetaminophen; Oxycodone
Acetaminophen; Propoxyphene		Aspirin, ASA; Oxycodone
Ketoprofen		Oxymorphone

Back Pain a Common Problem

Four in five people will be affected by lower back pain at some point in their lives. Most back pain will ease with rest and over-the-counter pain relievers, according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Applying cold compresses or ice for 20 minutes several times a day also may help. Talk to your health care provider if the pain doesn't ease after these self-care steps.

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