Orthopedics
Recognized leaders in Florida
Regular exercise, weight management and proper lifting techniques will help keep it in good shape for years to come.
Understand the causes, types and conditions affecting you.
For people with arthritis, working out regularly is critical.
Our team of physicians has made Physicians Regional one of the best hospitals for knee and hip replacement in the state.
H. Kurtis Biggs, DO
Mark Gerber, MD
Michael Lusk, MD
Steven Goldberg, MD
Aldo Beretta, MD
Robert Biscup, DO
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Health Tip: Warning Signs of Foot Arthritis
Here are some common symptoms
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Arthritic Hip May Be Tougher to Treat Than Knee
Researchers surprised to see continual repair process in knee joint
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Higher Cancer Rate Seen in Children With Juvenile Arthritis
Researchers say fourfold increase might not be linked to treatment drugs
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Enriched Skim Milk Good for Gout, Study Suggests
Pain, uric acid levels improved in those drinking shakes made of skim milk powders
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Knee Arthritis May Speed Up Process Linked to Cell Aging
People with osteoarthritis have increased cell deterioration nearest to damaged joint, study finds
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Herbal Medicines for Arthritis Not Backed by Evidence
Not only are most ineffective, some can interfere with other medications, review found
Why do I have joint pain? This article discusses different medical conditions that can cause joint pain.
Is it broken or just sprained? This article describes the difference in types of orthopedic injuries.
Ice or heat? This article gives general first aid tips for minor injuries.
How serious is it? This article provides general guidelines for seeking medical care for sports injuries.
What are the different types of pain? This article describes chronic vs. acute pain and various treatment options.
Has arthritis slowed you down? This article provides information regarding daily and long-term management of the disease.
Orthopedics focuses on conditions and diseases of the musculoskeletal system, which includes bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves. Physicians Regional's orthopedic specialists handle everything from a torn muscle or broken bone to total joint replacement and minimally invasive surgery. Physicians Regional offers comprehensive, multidisciplinary care in an environment where patients come first.
