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Why Does Your Shoulder Hurt When You Sleep on Your Side?Shoulders will often hurt when you sleep on your side. Here at Easy Orthopedics in Colorado Springs we frequently see those with shoulder pain that bother them at night.  Shoulder pain when sleeping on your side is a common issue, and it can be caused by a variety of factors. Here are some possible reasons for this pain: 1. Pressure on the Shoulder Joint What happens: Sleeping on your side places direct pressure on the shoulder joint,...

Why do Your Fingers Lock Up?Sometimes your fingers will just lock on you. Here at Easy Orthopedics in Colorado Springs we frequently see those with fingers that end up locking up on them.  When your fingers "lock up," it can result from various underlying conditions, most commonly due to Trigger Finger or related issues. Here are some possible causes: 1. Trigger Finger (Stenosing Tenosynovitis) What happens: The tendon that helps your finger bend gets inflamed or irritated. This inflammation...

What to do if Your Wound is Infected?We get wounds all the time. Most of the time they don’t get infected, but sometimes they do. Here at Easy Orthopedics in Colorado Springs we frequently see those with concerns of an infection.  If your wound is infected, proper care and prompt action can prevent complications. Here's what you should do: 1. Assess the Severity of the Infection Mild Infection: Redness, slight swelling, or oozing that hasn't spread significantly. Moderate to Severe Infection:...

How to Tell if a Wound is InfectedWe get wounds all the time. Most of the time they don’t get infected, but sometimes they do. Here at Easy Orthopedics in Colorado Springs we frequently see those with concerns of an infection.  An infected wound may show one or more of the following signs and symptoms: 1. Redness and Swelling The area around the wound becomes red, inflamed, or swollen. Red streaks spreading away from the wound could indicate a serious infection. 2. Warmth The skin around the...