Elbow Surgery: When Is It Necessary?
Our bodies are intricately designed, and the elbow joint is no exception. It allows us to perform essential tasks such as reaching, lifting, and bending our arms. However, sometimes, due […]
Our bodies are intricately designed, and the elbow joint is no exception. It allows us to perform essential tasks such as reaching, lifting, and bending our arms. However, sometimes, due […]
Living with endometriosis can be challenging, especially when it comes to managing the debilitating pain and fatigue that often accompany this condition. Our experienced OBGYNs at CMC Women’s Health understand […]
Our ankles are remarkable structures that provide us with stability, mobility, and balance. However, there are instances when ankle problems arise that cannot be effectively managed with conservative treatments alone. […]
The right shoe can be the key to success in athletic performance. Whether you’re taking strides toward that gold medal, or stepping into a role as a new parent, your […]
With temperatures already in the 40s and 50s in Horry County, many of you may be finding yourselves facing an ongoing annoyance- knee pain. Whether you suffer from chronic joint […]
More and more evidence from medical studies shows a strong relationship between an individual’s physical strength and their lifespan. This insight sparks the question: Will strength training make me live […]
Everyone can benefit from exercise, but not all types of exercise are beneficial to everyone. Some forms of exercise can be hard on the body, especially for beginners and individuals […]
There are a variety of innovative treatments for various neuromuscular disorders and among those Botox (botulinum toxin) has emerged as a game-changer for managing spasticity and cervical dystonia. Originally known […]
We have all experienced the pain of a simple headache before, and we know to take some medicine and wait for the pain to go away, but unfortunately for an […]
Do you wake up to find your fingers tingly and numb? Do you have to shake them to get the feeling back? Does the pain radiate from your wrist into […]
Knee pain affects more people than some would think. Dr. Brad Dosher with CMC Orthopaedics puts it in perspective for us. “According to the NIH about 25% of all adults […]
One of the most common causes of knee pain has nothing to do with your bones and everything to do with the cartilage around your knees. According to Dr. Brad […]
Arthritis is a painful inflammatory condition and it exacts a high physical, mental, and financial toll on many aging Americans. The joint health experts at CMC Orthopaedics have the scoop […]
Hip and knee arthritis are leading causes of disability, ultimately resulting in persistent pain and limitations in day-to-day activities for people suffering from these problems. When non-surgical treatments for these […]
Our hips do an amazing amount of work. These complex joints support the weight of our bodies and allow us to sit, stand, walk, and move our upper legs. When […]
Last week it was announced that 15-time major champion Tiger Woods would be withdrawing from his own tournament, the Hero World Challenge, due to plantar fasciitis. It was disappointing news […]
It has many names- herniated disc, bulging disc, slipped disc, or ruptured disc. Whatever you call it, it’s almost sure to cause pain and discomfort. This is a common condition […]
It seems like the pain will never end. A refreshing night’s sleep is just a dream thanks to your back pain. Even during your workday, the ache continues, making it […]
What is complex regional pain syndrome? According to Stanford Medicine, complex regional pain syndrome, or CRPS, is a severely disabling condition usually affecting the limbs after injury or surgery. Symptoms […]
Dr. Fabrizio Galimberti saw a need. When he looked at the Grand Strand, Galimberti noticed two challenges: a shortage of dermatologists and a community where people spend many hours on […]
When Dr. Farayi Mbuvah moved to the United States from his native Zimbabwe a decade ago, he was surprised to see how many people in the U.S. were prescribed opioids […]
Dr. Simone Maybin of CMC Orthopaedics has been named one of Becker’s Spine Review’s 10 Spine Surgeons Under 45 to Know. Dr. Maybin is an interventional pain management specialist who […]
Pain is something every person will experience at one time or another. Whether it’s something as simple as a paper cut, to more impactful long-term pain one might experience from […]
The Myrtle Beach/Horry County area is fortunate to have some of the best golf courses around. Now imagine you’re teed up and getting ready for the perfect swing… …then suddenly, […]
Dr. Simone Maybin, an interventional pain management specialist at CMC Orthopaedics, has been named to the 2022 Grand Strand ChangeMakers class. The group of 13 community leaders on the Grand […]
As a child, Dr. Donovan Johnson and his brothers found a photograph in a family photo album of a small, frail newborn. His brothers were laughing and asking who it […]
Dr. Daniel Reid says working with his grandfather in construction as a young man is what led him into becoming an orthopedic surgeon. “Orthopedics is a very hands-on surgical specialty. […]
ACL stands for anterior cruciate ligament, and a sprained or torn ACL is one of the most common knee injuries. You’re most likely to hear about it when it happens […]
More than half of tennis players will be diagnosed with Tennis Elbow at some point, but did you know that people who play tennis make up a very small percentage […]
After having a successful hip replacement, you’re finally back doing the things you love. Golfing, gardening, swimming, shopping, and taking your motorcycle out for a drive. You’re moving and grooving […]
When experiencing spine or neck pain, you may be wondering who to turn to? Both chiropractors and orthopaedic physicians are well versed in providing treatment plans and pain relief […]
Life can be a painful struggle for people living with hip pain. Beyond the constant hurt, it can affect many aspects of your daily routine. Think about the time it […]
For hip related pain, there are many surgical options to treat your pain. Total hip replacement including posterior and anterior approaches, hip revision, and hip resurfacing just to name a […]
A patient’s testimonial: Susan Ward When fall eases in and college football begins, there is no one cheering louder than Susan Ward for her South Carolina Gamecocks. The excitement of […]
Boxer’s fractures are one of the more common and easily diagnosed finger injuries seen by Dr. Erica Umpierrez, Orthopaedic Surgeon and Hand/Upper Extremity specialist with CMC Orthopaedics. Despite the name, […]
The knee is one of the most complex joints in the human body and also one of the most vital for movement. The stresses of daily activities like walking, running, […]
Whether walking, running, standing, or jumping your feet are taking a beating. The inflammation and stiffness caused by bunions can add insult to injury of your already stressed feet. Not […]
Dr. Simone Maybin, of CMC Orthopaedics, has been named by the North American Spine Society (NASS) as a 2021 “20 Under 40” honoree in its SpineLine publication. SpineLine debuted its 20 Under 40 […]
Dr. David Beck’s mother always told him that he could do anything, except go into medicine. He comes from a medical family. His father and brother are nephrologists, his sister […]
When asked about her life growing up, Dr. Simone Maybin says with a smile that she truly enjoyed moving around a lot. As the daughter of an Air Force officer, […]
The shoulder is one of the most complicated joints in your body. Sadly, you don’t appreciate it until something goes wrong. Even a minor shoulder injury can greatly limit your […]
A hernia is a common but frequently misunderstood condition. You may have a hernia if you have swelling and a bulge that is able to be “pushed back” into your […]
Orthopedic surgeons wielding their scalpels and laparoscopic tools during life changing surgeries understand all too well that pain is an unavoidable part of the healing process. Yet the current opioid […]
When you have problems with your spine, everyday life can become a painful burden. Our orthopedic surgeons have helped hundreds of patients get their lives back through spinal surgery. These […]
It’s Fall, y’all! This means crisp air, changing colors, falling leaves, and pumpkins! We all know that a favorite fall-time activity is carving pumpkins. However, along with this fun activity […]
Are you the type of parent who tirelessly cheers for your child from the sidelines? Do you have visions of your son or daughter making that game-winning shot and being […]
What is Hand Therapy? According to the American Society of Hand Therapists, hand therapy is the art and science of evaluating and treating injuries and conditions related to the […]
Dr. Paul Sasser’s ties to Conway run very deep. He comes from well-known and respected families in Horry County. His grandfather on his father’s side was a physician in Conway, […]
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