Blue Ridge News & Blog

This orthopedic guide breaks down the basics of ankle braces: when and why one might be prescribed, the types available, and how to use one correctly.

Learn from knee surgeons and physical therapists when you will kneel after knee replacement surgery, how it may feel, and how to ease the process.

This guide outlines general expectations for knee replacement recovery time for elderly patients, helpful strategies for rehab, and answers to common concerns.

We’re excited to launch our School Supply Drive in support of the Progressive Education Program (PEP)! This initiative is about more than just gathering supplies; it’s about creating opportunities. By equipping students with disabilities with the essential tools they need, we’re helping them build confidence, engage fully in their education, and thrive in the classroom and beyond.

PRP therapy uses your blood to boost natural healing and provide pain relief for soft tissue injuries, knee arthritis, tennis elbow and more.

Learn what to do and not to do after knee replacement, what immediate limitations are part of your recovery, and if there are any permanent restrictions.

Though similar, Jones fractures are different from avulsion fractures, but not by much. Learn more about Jones fractures.

Achilles tendon surgery can make many people feel anxious. Find the answers to all of your Achilles tendon surgery questions.

Spine specialists at EmergeOrtho-Blue Ridge Region discuss the possible permanent restrictions after spinal fusion, recovery, and alternative treatments.

The ankle is a complex joint, and the ligamentous anatomy is also complicated. The most common ankle injury relating to the ankle ligaments is an acute sprain or strain of the lateral ankle ligaments, which can be caused by rolling your ankle while running or jumping or by landing awkwardly from a jump. About 20%...