Conditions & Treatment

Jan 15, 2025

Can You Get Sick From Being Cold? 7 Conditions To Protect Yourself From

The flu virus survives better in cold, dry climates. Stay home as much as possible if you feel ill, and avoid contact with people who are sick.

By Edith Mbagwu, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Jul 25, 2023

5 Things to Know About Hip and Knee Replacement Surgery

Hip and knee replacements are elective surgeries with high success rates and low recovery time.

By Willard Moore, III, MD

Prevention & Wellness

Jan 4, 2023

6 of the Best Ways to Keep Your Knees Healthy

Maintaining a healthy weight, strengthening your knee muscles and eating right can help minimize knee pain caused by arthritis.

By Ryan Charles, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Aug 31, 2022

Arthritis Exercises for Hip Pain

If you experience frequent joint pain caused by arthritis, Ochsner sports medicine physician Shannon Goode, MD, recommends incorporating certain exercises into your daily routine.

Conditions & Treatment

Aug 2, 2022

What Is Osteoarthritis? 10 Things You Should Know

Also known as "wear and tear” arthritis, osteoarthritis is the most common chronic condition of the joints.

Conditions & Treatment

Nov 22, 2021

Pain in the Thumb Joint: What Causes It and Can It Be Fixed?

A common cause of pain in the thumb joint is arthritis, which becomes more common with age. Treatment includes both surgical and nonsurgical options.

By Ross Dunbar, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Jul 16, 2020

Arthritis in Children: 4 Things to Know

Arthritis is expected to be a natural part of the aging process, thus arthritis in children is often overlooked.

By Manuel Vargas, MD

Conditions & Treatment

Mar 4, 2020

Does Cracking Knuckles Cause Arthritis?

When you “crack” your knuckles, you’re not actually cracking anything.

By Kayleigh Binet, PA