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What is Occupational Therapy?

Occupational therapists work with everyone – from infants to the elderly. Carol Van Bork, OTR/L, CHT, explains this branch of medicine and its benefits.

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The Most Common Questions We Receive about Physical Therapy

Before patients begin their first physical therapy appointment, they may have some questions. Megan Day, DPT, shares some of the most common ones she hears – and the answers she gives.

What to Expect for ACL Surgery

Surgeries are happening more often for anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries than in the past. For patients wondering what the process will look like from diagnosis to recovery, this is what to know.

4 Common Football Injuries

Getting hurt while playing football is an unfortunately common occurrence. Our sports medicine team shares some of the injuries that happen most in the sport.

Are We Seeing More Cases of Plantar Fasciitis and Achilles Tendinitis?

These two conditions can make daily movement quite painful. Sendhan Rajamanickam, MD, offers his expertise on their causes and potential treatments.

Preventing Osteoporosis for Women

Women are four times more likely to develop osteoporosis than men. These are steps they can take to reduce the likelihood of developing it and protect their bone health.

How Hand Therapy Can Help Musicians Heal

June 5-11, 2022 marks Hand Therapy Awareness Week. One of the many things hand therapists do is help musicians recover from pain and injuries.

How Cold Water Immersion Therapy Works

A way to help athletes recover after more intense workouts or events, this type of therapy can be beneficial in a number of ways. Scott Biehl, DO, explains the practice.

Common Injuries during Basketball Season

Basketball is heading toward playoff season. Sometimes players can suffer serious injuries – and so can those who play recreationally. Michael Stanton, MD, talks about what he sees.

Athletic Training In The Offseason

Putting in the work when you are not competing is just as important as putting in the work when you are competing.

Why Does My Child Walk Funny?

There are a variety of reasons why your child may walk a little differently than others. Orthopaedic Surgeon, James Engels, MD, talks through potential causes.

Carpal Tunnel vs. Cubital Tunnel: What’s the Difference?

While carpal tunnel and cubital tunnel syndromes share similar symptoms, they affect different nerves in the elbow and wrist. Find out the differences in symptoms and treatment.

When to Worry About Your Child’s Hip Click

Sometimes parents notice a clicking or popping sound with the movement of their baby’s legs. We spoke to a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon for advice on what to do if this is the case.

What to do About Stiff or Tingling Fingers

Tingling, numbness, or stiffness in the fingers can be bothersome and concerning. Although very common in adults, finding the cause behind finger discomfort is important.

What is Spinal Stenosis?

Spinal stenosis occurs when the spinal canal narrows and often causes back or nerve-related pain. Learn the symptoms and treatment from an orthopaedic spine surgeon.

5 Things to Know About Herniated Discs

Spinal discs play an important role in the back—but they can become damaged. Here are five things you should know about herniated discs.

Achilles Tendon Pain

Feeling an ache or persistent pain along the tendon between your calf and heel can be a sign of a problem with your Achilles tendon.

Why is My Shoulder Pain Worse at Night?

Shoulder pain is bothersome at any time—and when that pain gets worse at night, it can be highly disruptive. Our orthopaedic expert explains why this may be happening.

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