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What Is a Hernia?

Hernias are a common condition, but there’s a lot of confusion about what exactly they are. Get the facts here.…

Do You Need a Total Shoulder Replacement?

The pain in your shoulder is constant, but therapy and other treatment options offer no relief. Is it time to…

Achy Back? You May Be Sitting Too Much

Sitting for hours on end can be a part of modern life, but sometimes, it can lead to back problems.…

Hallmark Actor Back in Action After Kidney Cancer

With the help of Keck Medicine of USC and Inderbir S. Gill, MD, actor and television host Cameron Mathison refuses…

What Is Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy?

You may have heard about the healing properties of platelet-rich plasma, or PRP, therapy. Here’s what science currently says about…

5 Expert Tips for People with Osteoarthritis

It can be hard to live with osteoarthritis. Fortunately, there are ways to control, and even reduce, its symptoms. Are…

What Do I Need to Know About Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Chances are you’ve heard of carpal tunnel syndrome, a common disorder that affects almost 2 million people in the United…

Meet Christine Hsieh, MD

Dr. Hsieh is a colorectal surgeon with Keck Medicine of USC who specializes in minimally invasive surgery as well as…

Is Cracking Your Neck, Back or Knuckles Good for You?

While it’s probably not going to lead to harm, cracking your knuckles doesn’t necessarily have any benefits, either. We all…

The Top 5 Basketball Injuries That Ended Players’ Careers

Even if you’re not a pro baller, take precautions to avoid damage, while on the court. You might not think…

Is My Chest Pain Heartburn, or Is It Something More Serious?

Chest pain can be scary, but it doesn’t necessarily mean you’re having a heart attack. Here’s what else it could…

Do I Need Surgery for My Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

If the pain has become unbearable and no therapeutic or medical treatments have worked, it might be time to consider…