Triangle News & Blog

Did you know that one out of every four mature adults in the U.S. aged 65 and older falls each year? In fact, according to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), falls are the leading cause of fatal injury and the most common nonfatal trauma-related injury seen in hospitals among older populations across the nation....

As a parent, few things are more important than protecting your children. However, children do not always place the same priority on their own well-being. Whether they are clumsy, reckless, or simply unaware of potential danger, children frequently injure themselves. When injuries occur, it is your job to know what to do and who to...

The vertebrae, ligaments, and muscles that comprise the cervical spine perform an invaluable function. Together, they allow our heads to be supported, giving our necks the freedom of movement. When neck pain, reduced range of motion, and neurological symptoms prevent us from freely moving our head and neck, it can be extremely frustrating and make...

Did you know that you can log more than 75,000 miles on your feet by the time you are 50 years old? Your feet absorb thousands of pounds of shock over your lifetime while also helping keep you upright, stable, and in motion. Unfortunately, most people don’t give their feet much thought—at least until there’s...

While carpal tunnel syndrome can interfere with daily tasks, it is treatable. Some people may try to find relief for their symptoms with carpal tunnel exercises, but this isn’t a proven method for lasting relief and should be done only after a long list of alternate treatments that better address carpal tunnel symptoms. At EmergeOrtho—Triangle...

Ankle pain and swelling often indicate a foot or ankle problem that needs to be addressed. Untreated foot and ankle issues can lead to more serious conditions and further restrict your mobility. Consulting with an orthopedic foot and ankle specialist can help alleviate pain and discomfort. It can also ensure the continuation of the active...

EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region Welcomes Michael P. Ransone, MD DURHAM, NC.—EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region welcomes Dr. Michael Ransone, who joined the team on August 23, 2021, to the expert orthopedic care team. Dr. Ransone specializes in the treatment of hip & knee arthritis, including hip and knee replacements. He will be caring for patients at our Durham (William Penn)...

EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region Welcomes John Taliaferro, MD WILSON, NC.—EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region welcomes Dr. John Taliaferro to the joint replacement surgery team, with subspecialties in hip & knee replacements, including the diagnosis and treatment of sports injuries including rotator cuff and labral repairs, AC joint injuries, ACL/knee ligamentous injuries, and meniscal tears. Dr. Taliaferro joined us on September...

EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region Welcomes Michael Madsen, MD DURHAM, NC.—EmergeOrtho—Triangle Region welcomes Dr. Michael Madsen, who joined us on September 1, 2021, to the expert orthopedic care team where he is specializing in spine surgery. He will be caring for patients at the Clayton and Smithfield locations. As a fellowship-trained, board-certified orthopedic spinal surgery specialist, Dr. Madsen...

A hiatal hernia occurs when a portion of the stomach, most often the upper part, bulges through an opening in the diaphragm. When this happens, it is common to experience acid reflux—the backflow of stomach acid into the esophagus. This condition can progress to gastroesophageal reflux disease (or GERD), which we explore in further detail...