Patient Education
At Tri-County Orthopedics, we are dedicated to providing you with the information you need to understand your condition, treatment options, and the path to recovery.
This patient education page is designed to be a comprehensive resource for you, providing information about bone, joint, muscle, and ligament conditions, treatments, and preventive care. Whether you're facing surgery, recovering from an injury, or simply looking to maintain optimal joint health, you'll find clear, concise information to guide you.
Online Guides to Specialty Care
Our comprehensive online guides offer in-depth information on a wide range of orthopedic topics. Each guide compiles trusted resources on conditions, injuries, treatments, and prevention.
Find the guide that best suits your needs and explore a wealth of resources at your fingertips.
Visual Patient Learning
Our video library offers a variety of educational videos on a range of orthopedic topics. Watching our videos can enhance your understanding of your condition and empower you to actively participate in your recovery.
These patient-friendly videos utilize animation, demonstrations, and expert commentary to provide clear explanations of conditions and treatment options.
Patient Education Videos
Listen & Learn: Podcasts
Stay informed about the latest in orthopedic care with the Tri-County Orthopedics podcast series.
Hosted by our team of experts, each episode dives into topics like injury prevention, treatment options, and recovery strategies, providing valuable insights to keep you moving.
Articles
Patient Education Articles
Achilles tendonitis implies an inflammatory response, but this is very limited because there is little blood supply to the Achilles tendon. More… Read More
Achilles Tendonitis in Athletes
The large tendon located on the back of your ankle is the Achilles tendon. When that tendon is irritated or becomes inflamed, it could be Achilles… Read More
Achilles Tendonitis Treatment Options
Achilles tendonitis implies an inflammatory response, but this is very limited because there is little blood supply to the Achilles tendon. More… Read More
The anterior cruciate ligament connects the thigh bone (femur) to the shin bone (tibia) and is one of the four main stabilizers of the knee joint… Read More
Acquired Adult Flatfoot Deformity
Acquired adult flatfoot deformity (AAFD) is a progressive flattening of the arch of the foot that occurs as the posterior tibial tendon becomes… Read More
Health Articles
Understanding the Recovery Timeline for Joint Replacement Surgery
Joint replacement surgery performed by an experienced, specialty-trained orthopedic surgeon can significantly improve the quality of life for… Read More
Summer Fun, Not Summer Pain: Avoiding Overuse Injuries
Summer is here! Don’t let an overuse injury bench your athletes when they should be out enjoying the sun and beating the competition. It's… Read More
Avoid the Post-Pickleball Pickle
Pickleball is a great way to stay active and have plenty of fun, but as with any sport, it has its own unique risks of injury. Even a casual… Read More
Summer Fun, Not Summer Pain: Avoiding Overuse Injuries
Summer has arrived! This is the time for sunshine and outdoor adventures, not being out of commission with an overuse injury. Whether you're a… Read More
Plantar Fasciitis: Why Your Heel Hurts & How to Get Relief
Heel pain, especially that sharp, stabbing pain you feel first thing in the morning, is often a sign of plantar fasciitis. One of the most common… Read More
Concussion Awareness: Protecting Athletes From Invisible Injuries
As a mild traumatic brain injury (TBI), concussions are one of the most common and serious injuries in sports. Even a seemingly minor impact can… Read More
Additional Resources
At Tri-County Orthopedics, we know that you may have questions regarding your provider’s credentials, qualifications, and affiliations. That’s why we’ve provided the following links to external Web sites, so you can learn more about their memberships, affiliations, and subsequently, everything they’re trained to provide for you.
- American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)
- American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R)
- American Association for Hand Surgery (AAHS)
- American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS)
- American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS)
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
- American Medical Society for Sports Medicine (AMSSM)
- American Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Society (AOFAS)
- American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)
- American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES)
- Arthritis Foundation
- Arthroscopy Association of North America (AANA)
- Fellow American College of Surgeons (FACS)
- International Society for Hip Arthroscopy (ISHA)
- North American Spine Society (NASS)
- STOP Sports Injuries