Joint pain can feel like an uninvited guest who plops down in your favorite chair, raids your fridge, and doesn’t take the hint to leave. First, you try to be polite, ignoring the ache in your knee after climbing...read more
Is that knee pain just a twinge from your new workout… or is your knee trying to tell you something more serious? Did you tweak your back pulling weeds, or is your spine quietly protesting years of wear and...read more
Hi, I am Mark Barba, M.D. I am an orthopedic surgeon who has been practicing in Rockford, Illinois, for 27 years. My practice at OrthoIllinois focuses on hip and knee reconstruction and replacement, and I also specialize in orthobiologic...read more
It is to keep our bones and joints healthy as we age. With September marking Healthy Aging Month, it’s the ideal time to focus on maintaining strength and flexibility. While natural changes occur in our bones and joints over...read more
Summer is here, and vacation is calling! Whether you’re planning a road trip, a beach retreat, or a jet-setting excursion, there’s nothing like the thrill of exploring new destinations. But if you’re grappling with arthritis, the thought of cramped...read more
Arthritis can be a real pain – literally. But here’s the good news: staying active can help manage the discomfort and improve your quality of life. If you’re dealing with arthritis, like 54 million other adults in the U.S.,...read more
