Knee Pain Blog

Written by, Heather Metz, AGNP-C Knee pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal complaints that patients discuss with their medical providers. Knee pain can be caused by arthritis, injury, and overuse. The knee’s main function as a hinge joint is to bend, straighten, and bear the weight of the body. The knee is made…

Degenerative Disc Disease vs Herniated Disc

Several of you have been asking about the difference between degenerative disc disease and a herniated disc. One of the characteristics is the shape of the disc. In degenerative disc disease we think of this as a long-term condition where the cushioning material, meaning the water and the gel in the disc wears out over…