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Do I have Arthritis?

First of all, what is arthritis? If we break down the word, “arthro-” the meaning of or related to joints; and “-itis” meaning inflammation. There are…..

Joint Health / Brenda Burke

Laboratory Tests for Arthritis: Key FACTORS to Look For

Autoimmune diseases are often complex and difficult to diagnosis. Early treatment by a rheumatologist is important to help ensure the best possible positive outcome. If you are experiencing joint pain, stiffness or swelling, tell your doctor. After a full assessment of your signs and…

ACL / Brian Cohen

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Grafts

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tears are one of the most common injuries of the knee seen in orthopedics practices around the country. In general, most ACL tears do not heal on their own and therefore if a patient is indicated for surgery the majority of ACL tears are…..

September 28, 2023 / Knee / Brooke Ramsier

What’s A Gel Injection?

Hyaluronic Acid is a substance present inside joints (knee, hip, shoulder, ankle, etc.). The role of this inside your joints is to help lubricate, absorb the shock, and decrease friction.
Over time, wear…

September 21, 2023 / Healthcare / Elizabeth Cook

“So, what is a PA?”

As healthcare continues to expand in complexity, the demand for versatile medical professionals
has never been greater. One role that has emerged is that of a Physician’s Assistant (PA). Since
the birth of the profession with the first graduating class out of Duke University in….

September 14, 2023 / Hand/Wrist / Travis Blood

Distal Radial Fractures

Distal radial fractures are one of the most common fractures that occur in the upper extremity. These fractures are most common in….

September 7, 2023 / Health / Chelsea McClure

Know Your Over-The-Counter Pain Medications

If you walk down the aisle of your local pharmacy, you may notice a significant share of shelf space dedicated to pain-relieving medications. They may have different labels promising to treat pain from arthritis, injuries, or the common cold. How do you know which to choose for your pain?

June 27, 2022 / Moriarty / Erin Lailer

Patient Spotlight: Jon

How Jon Got Back on the Golf Course with Ortho RI Biologics In August of 2022, Jon was on the golf course for a tournament, playing in a foursome with his father and two sons. But what should have been a fun family experience was marred by a lingering injury. The year before, Jon had […]

Sports / Kathleen Lott

In a Pickle: Common Pickleball injuries and how to avoid them

Even with pickleball being described as a low impact sport, it can still require the body to move quickly and in new ways. With the number of people participating in pickleball comes an increase in the number of injuries reported. In a recent Forbes article…

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