Seeking a Second Opinion? Whether your bone and joint pain is sudden or chronic, it doesn’t hurt to get a second opinion. The physicians at Illinois Bone & Joint Institute would be honored to provide a second opinion of your condition or diagnosis.
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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is the most common form of autoimmune arthritis. It is a chronic disease that causes joint pain, stiffness, swelling and decreased movement of the joints. Small joints in the hands and feet are most commonly affected. Many times patients afflicted with RA report joint stiffness is most common in the morning but […]
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Nagging pain in your lower back? Popping in your knee as you run? Not sure where to turn? Complimentary injury screenings are evaluations performed by a Licensed Physical Therapist (PT), Licensed Occupational Therapist (OT), or Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) in our therapy clinic as a means to help our patients determine what is the best treatment solution […]
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A CT Scan (CAT scans), or computerized tomography, captures the internal anatomy of the body with multiple angled x-ray images. CT images and results are then projected on a computer, printed on film, or transferred via CD/DVD. This noninvasive procedure photographs the bones, organs, blood vessels, and soft tissue throughout the body in order to […]
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A joint is an inner mechanism of the body where multiple bones meet and allow unique movement. A cushioned layer of cartilage surrounds these joints so the bones don’t grind, rub and, crunch against one another to create pain. Unfortunately, the respective cartilage that cushions these bodily joints wears down with time. Pain and irritation […]
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We take every child’s healing very seriously. Kids and teens aren’t just little grown-ups. Their small joints and growing bones and muscles require specialized care. Each year, IBJI cares for thousands of young patients with orthopedic concerns, ranging from minor sports injuries, such as sprains and concussions, to more serious musculoskeletal ailments, such as fractures […]
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Occupational Therapy is a form of healthcare rehabilitation that focuses on physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities to eliminate necessary co-dependence throughout day-to-day life. Occupational Therapists generally specialize in care of the upper extremities such as the hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder. This type of therapeutic pain management commonly treats any bodily movement disrupted from a work-related injury or similar […]
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Arthritis is a diagnosis that refers to joint pain and is commonly associated with aging. The pain that follows arthritic symptoms decreases your range of motion and increases physical limitations, making daily activity incredibly difficult. This debilitating health disorder causes inflammation in the joints. There are currently 100 different types of arthritis and is the […]
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Degenerative Joint Disease, or Osteoarthritis, can develop slowly and worsen over time until routine activities aren’t easily feasible. This disease commonly affects the knees, hips, lower back, along with smaller joints in the fingers and toes. Pain and swelling ensues when the protective layer of cartilage breaks down and bones begin to rub against one another. This constant rubbing […]
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Osteoporosis, also known as “brittle bone disease,” is characterized by low bone strength, which makes bones weak and more likely to fracture. Statistics show that more than 50 million Americans have low bone mass or osteoporosis, 80% of them being women. When To Address Osteoporosis Symptoms With a Doctor Osteoporosis is the leading cause of fracture […]
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