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Health & Wellness

Pain-free living starts with physical therapy, but only if you don’t skip it!

June 18, 2025
PT is essential in rehabbing old and new injuries, as well as aiding surgery recovery.
One the left side, a skateboarder is in a skate bowl shirtless, on the right side, the same skateboarder lays in a hospital bed with a cast on his leg holding up the peace sign

Patient Care

The trick that split his tibia: a skateboarder's story of recovery after a gruesome leg injury

May 28, 2025
Orthopaedic surgeon repairs split tibia to save a skateboarder's leg
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Patient Care

From wheelchair to walking: how a complex knee surgery restored a patient’s mobility

April 23, 2025
After eight years of not being able to straighten her knees, Gina Reynolds regained her ability to walk
A metal device called an external fixator is wrapped around a leg in a surgery room as it sits on a table

Health & Wellness

Medical vs. cosmetic limb lengthening: life-changing surgery or risky trend?

April 8, 2025
Dr. Nelson emphasizes the benefits of a limb lengthening procedure, as well as the potential dangers when it is not used correctly.
Close-up of a doctor sharing the treatment from the x-ray scan on digital tablet with a patient

Health & Wellness

Building strong foundations: essential tips for bone health

February 14, 2025
Diet and exercise are key components for healthy bones
Dr. Hudson performs a hip surgery in a hospital with another doctor

Health & Wellness

The ease of hip replacement surgery with this surgical advancement

January 20, 2025
Patients can walk within 24 hours of their hip replacement surgery.
Close up of boy wearing a blue soccer uniform kicking soccer ball

Health & Wellness

ACL injuries are on the rise, but can they be prevented?

December 16, 2024
Torn ACLs are one of the most common sports injuries among amateur and professional athletes
Pediatrician doing development medical exam with little girl, checking spine

Health & Wellness

Your child’s backpack isn’t the cause of their scoliosis: Identifying scoliosis and debunking common myths

November 27, 2024
Scoliosis expert explains what to look for in a child’s spine and addresses common misconceptions
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Community

Loma Linda University Children's Hospital celebrates groundbreaking for new Specialty Clinics Building

November 20, 2024
New facility will centralize pediatric care, enhancing accessibility and services for families across the region
Dr. Rajfer stands next to a poster of the shoulders anatomy as she smiles at the camera

Health & Wellness

Power up your bones and joints with these six tips

October 17, 2024
Good bone and joint health is important for ensuring mobility and preventing injuries
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