Independent medical examinations are commonly carried out in personal injury cases, worker's compensation cases, and most types of legal case involving medical injuries. These examinations can offer numerous benefits for attorneys and their clients. The following are six ways that arranging an independent orthopedic evaluation for your client can be beneficial.  The findings of an independent medical evaluation can support claims in a client's lawsuit. The most important benefit an independent orthopedic evaluation can offer is providing support for a client's claims.

If you have struggled with hip and leg pain for a prolonged period of time, that's often an indication that there's a problem in your hip joint. Even if your primary care doctor seems to dismiss your concerns, that doesn't mean that you should ignore your symptoms. In fact, you may find that talking with an orthopedic physician could be the solution that you need. Here's a look at some of the most common signs of problems with your hip joint to help you decide if calling an orthopedic physician might be right for you.

If your leg has been amputated due to disease or injury, you may wonder how you will go on with your life. After all, only having one leg left will make your daily life more challenging. However, you have the opportunity to get a prosthetic leg. A doctor can attach the artificial limb to the stump, helping you lead a normal life again.  Here are a few effective ways to get the most out of your prosthetic leg.