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July 6, 2023 / Health / Anna King

Check for Ticks Daily

Public health efforts have effectively raised awareness about Lyme disease (Borrelia burgdorferi) and the best strategies to reduce exposure to potentially infected blacklegged ticks (Ixodes scapularis). The CDC recommends specific sprays, repellants, tick-repellant clothing, and…

June 27, 2023 / Ankle & Foot / Dr. George Moniz

Alcohol Sclerosing Injections as an Alternative to Surgery in the Treatment of Neuromas

Alcohol sclerosing injections is a form of chemical neurolysis that is made of a sterile solution of 4% ethyl alcohol mixed with a long-acting Novocaine containing epinephrine. This procedure is…

June 20, 2023 / Physical Therapy / Jennifer O'Brien

Thinking about Vertigo Makes my Head Spin! Vestibular Physical Therapy: What to Expect

Did you know that Physical Therapists treat Vertigo? Many of my patients are surprised when they hear that in addition to their musculoskeletal conditions, I can work with them to reduce their dizziness and vertigo.
A typical evaluation for vestibular patients goes as follows: First, a physical therapist will review your medical history with you and ask questions regarding your head position during the onset and duration of symptoms. Then….

Exercise / Ian Mitchell

Why Weightlifting?

Without strength in our arms and shoulders, simple tasks become labor intensive like carrying groceries, raking leaves, moving furniture while cleaning, and washing your car. Strong legs mean you can stay independent with getting up and down from a bed or chair, walking without taking a fall, or even standing up from the floor if you do have a fall later in life. Regular…

June 7, 2023 / Shoulder / Dr. J. Winslow Alford

Motion is Lotion! Immediate Mobilization After Stable Rotator Cuff Repairs

The videos below demonstrate a typical rotator cuff tear before (vid1) and after (vid2) a repair. The key features of these videos are that the repair takes advantage of the native bone’s ability to provide growth factors and other blood-born, glue-like properties to firmly cement the repair in place. In addition, the repair construct has strong fixation medially, which establishes the anatomy of the repair which is strengthened by lateral anchors which drape the sutures over the repair – like bungie cords on a roof rack. This produces a strong repair, with a large surface area for robust healing and early motion.

May 31, 2023 / Health / Tessa Carey

5 quick facts and tips to maximize your summer success

Living in the ocean state has its perks that we get to take full advantage of all year round. As we pass through Memorial Day weekend and the summer season is quickly approaching, it is important to be mindful of good, healthy habits to maintain throughout the warmer months ahead.

Here are…

May 24, 2023 / Joint Health / Guest Blogger

Robotic-assisted Joint Replacement Surgery… An AI Perspective

Joint replacement surgery is a common and effective treatment for patients with severe arthritis or joint injuries that affect their mobility and quality of life. However, conventional joint replacement surgery has some limitations and challenges, such as the risk of infection, implant loosening, misalignment, and revision surgery.

Robotic-…..

May 17, 2023 / Bone Health / Chris Chihlas

FRACTURE HEALING

We all see fractures nearly every day in orthopedic practice. But why do we sometimes see abundant healing callus and sometimes not on the x-rays? Let’s shed some light on the biology of fracture healing to answer this question.

Generally, there are three….

May 9, 2023 / Interesting / James Noon

I am having an ultrasound guided cortisone injection. What should I be expecting?

Ultrasound guided injections are a very commonly used practice, especially when it comes to orthopedics. They are used to administer medication, pull fluid out of a joint for analysis and symptomatic relief, and occasionally for diagnostic purposes. Overall, injections themselves can be very scary, however providers who commonly operate the ultrasound to administer injections are always open to giving as much information and walking you through the process so that you have a pleasant experience and get some much-needed pain relief!

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