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Health and Wellness | July 30, 2024

Is Microdiscectomy Right for You?

Microdiscectomy is a type of spine surgery that can help relieve pain from a herniated lumbar disc. Learn how it works and when it's needed.
News Releases | July 16, 2024

U.S. News Ranks Scripps Health No. 1 for Heart Care and Orthopedics in San Diego Region

Surgeons and staff work on a patient in an operating room.
Scripps among the nation’s best in six specialties in the U.S. News annual “Best Hospitals” list.
Health and Wellness | June 12, 2024

Why Does My Knee Hurt?

A female athlete holds her knee after experiencing pain.
Common causes of knee pain include arthritis, meniscus tears and ACL injuries. Learn about symptoms and treatment options for knee pain.
Scripps in the News | May 13, 2024

Breakthroughs in Treating Complex Knee Injuries

Orthopedic patient Tatum Vedder headshot. Vedder is smiling in the sun.
Scripps Clinic orthopedic surgeon Tim Wang, MD, devised a comprehensive surgical plan for his patient, Tatum Vedder, including two rare surgeries.
Health and Wellness | May 10, 2024

How Can I Lower My Risk for Osteoporosis?

Learn the risk factors for osteoporosis as we age, including autoimmune diseases, restrictive eating and prolonged medication use.
Health and Wellness | April 26, 2024

Here for Good for 100 Years

Founded in 1924, Scripps has evolved into a top health care system in the nation, upholding Ms. Ellen Browning Scripps' legacy of caring.
Health and Wellness | April 23, 2024

How Clinical Trials Transform Medicine

Darryl D’Lima, MD, PhD, director, Orthopaedic Research Laboratories, SCORE, Scripps Clinic.
Clinical trials drive innovation and enhance patient care. Scripps is making strides with 90 ongoing trials and past breakthroughs.
Health and Wellness | March 8, 2024

What Are Common Types of Spine Surgery?

When surgery is necessary to fix a neck or back problem, the answer may be minimally invasive procedures. An infographic illustrates the most common procedures.
Health and Wellness | March 7, 2024

When Is Cervical Spine Fusion Necessary?

Cervical spinal fusion connects two or more vertebrae to improve stability and reduce neck pain. Learn who needs it and how it's done.
Health and Wellness | March 5, 2024

Is Your Ankle Sprained, Strained or Fractured?

Man sits on sidewalk after turning his ankle running. Could it be a sprain or a strain or a fracture?
There are different types of ankle injuries: sprains, strains and fractures. Learn the differences in the event you ever need treatment.