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Dr. Badia In The News
Shockwave Therapy (EPAT): A Non-Surgical Treatment Option for Pain
As published on PPM News: The EPAT treatment doesn’t leave scars, requires no anesthesia, and has no down time.
August 24, 2021
[...]For frozen shoulder, the treatment not only breaks up the fibrous tissue that is restricting the movement of shoulder but it stimulates blood flow which facilitates pain relief and healing, too.”
Is It Time for Orthopedics To Be Considered a Primary Care Specialty?
As published on South Florida Hospital News: “Tips for Seniors to Minimize Effects of Age on Bones and Joints”
August 4, 2021
[...]Don’t ignore those chronic aches and pains. Like unrepaired, leaking faucets, they likely will become only worse with age. Avoid the hospital emergency room unless you suspect a hip fracture or have an open wound, or family practice doctor’s office and, instead, seek out an orthopedic specialist for examination…” Dr. Badia says.
Discussion On the Shortcomings of Traditional Orthopedic Drilling
As published on Bonezone: “Surgical Drilling: Surgeon Perspective on Improving Care Standards”
July 19, 2021
[...]One major hazard of drilling not discussed was the issue of plunging. Plunging occurs when the drill bit penetrates beyond the far cortex of the bone. This presents a risk of “plunging” into critical structures such as nerves or vessels. In standard orthopedic drilling, surgeons depend on tactile and auditory feedback to know when to halt progression of the drill. Between doctors, patients…
Dr. Badia’s Call for Change In Employers’ Approach to Workplace Injuries
As published on Facility Safety Management: “Work-Injury Protocols Outdated; Fail to Include Orthopedists”
July 13, 2021
[...]Most importantly, remain physically active. Exercise regularly to strengthen your body core and your muscles and joints,” Dr. Badia says.
Dr. Badia Quoted on Verywell Health Article About Arthritis Hand Compression Gloves
As published on Verywell Health: “The 8 Best Arthritis Gloves of 2021”
June 10, 2021
[...]I often recommend arthritis gloves, as do our hand therapists (CHT), in the late post-op phase after joint replacement or fusions in the hand and wrist, since this helps to continue reducing post-op swelling while permitting function…”
The Waiting Game: What to Do Before Joint Replacement Surgery
As published on “Health is Action” magazine
Fall/Winter 2020
[...]Painful, arthritic hips, knees or shoulders can make even the simplest movements impossible. To regain mobility, more people in their 40s, 50s and 60s are deciding joint replacement surgery (arthroplasty) is the smartest choice. And if you’re in your 70s or 80s, joint replacement can allow you to continue to live independently….”