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January 9, 2025 / Interesting / Dr. Benjamin Phillips

Art in Medicine

You may have heard the phrase “Medicine is an art.” At its earliest conception, the arts and humanities were integral to the practice of medicine. In Greek mythology, Apollo was the god of music and dance, healing and disease, poetry, truth and prophecy and more. The Hippocratic Oath is….

December 31, 2024 / Interesting / Lori Wheeler

The Power of Starting Anew

As the calendar flips to January 1st, the world collectively feels a sense of renewal. A fresh start. A clean slate. It’s the time of year when millions set resolutions with the…

December 26, 2024 / Back Pain / josef Fields

TRIGGER POINT INJECTIONS

Our muscles may develop trigger points due to stress, acute trauma, or prolonged muscle tension. Additional causes include, myofascial pain syndrome, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, neck and back pain, etc……………………. so ask your provider if trigger point injections are right for you and sign up for your path to a reduced pain future today!

December 18, 2024 / Innovation / Dr. Michael Bradley

No Pain Act and Iovera

The United States government has passed the No Pain Act which takes affect in January 2025. They are focused on interventions and non-opioid medications to reduce pain for all patients. The bipartisan and bicameral NOPAIN Act was designed to increase patient and provider access to non-opioid pain management options by removing the barriers associated with reimbursement for the Medicare population.

December 10, 2024 / Health / Kathina Tayag

Menopause and Joint Pain: An Orthopedic Perspective

Understanding the connection between hormonal changes and joint health can help women take proactive steps to manage and reduce pain. From exercise to proper…

December 3, 2024 / Physical Therapy / Analissa Mandile

From RICE to PEACE and LOVE: A Smarter Way to Heal Soft-Tissue Injuries

Just in time for the Holidays, we are talking about Peace and Love, but in terms of how you may want to treat your acute soft-tissue (i.e. muscle, tendon, ligament) injury. At OrthoRI, we aim to provide the latest in evidence-based care for our patients. When it comes to soft-tissue injuries like sprains or strains, traditional approaches like RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) may not be enough. A new methodology,

November 26, 2024 / Interesting / Magdalena Matwijow

Kindness Beyond the Holidays: A Simple Gesture Can Change a Life

Let’s not wait for special occasions to spread joy. Start today. Whether it’s with a kind word, a thoughtful action, or simply being there for someone, remember: you have the power to make someone’s day a little brighter. Together, we can create a world where kindness isn’t seasonal but a way of life.

November 19, 2024 / Ankle & Foot / Dr. Tony Mechrefe

Total Ankle Replacement vs. Ankle Fusion: What’s Best for You?

Both Total Ankle Replacement and Ankle Fusion can significantly improve your life, but each has its own pros and cons. Whatever you choose, know that with the right treatment, you can look forward to walking pain-free, enjoying the beautiful Rhode Island coastline, or hiking in one of the state’s many parks again.

November 13, 2024 / Health / Amanda McKenna

Hidden Sugar

The body can digest sugar when it is found naturally with fiber, like in fruits or vegetables. However, sugar is hidden throughout our processed food because the food industry has found that….

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