Protect Your Young Athlete’s Joint Health Sports are an excellent way for children to stay active, build confidence, and develop teamwork skills. Still, with the growing competitiveness of youth athletics, the number of overuse injuries in children has increased. An overuse injury in children develops gradually over time from repeated stress on muscles, joints, or
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Sudden Joint Pain But No Injury? Here’s What It Might Be
Understanding Sudden Joint Pain You wake up one morning with sudden knee, shoulder, or hip discomfort, but you don’t remember twisting, falling, or doing anything that might have caused it. Sudden joint pain with no injury can be confusing and concerning, especially when it interferes with daily life. At OSMC, our orthopedic specialists see this scenario often,
Read MorePrevention of Soccer Injuries: How You Can Minimize the Chance of Getting Hurt
As the fall soccer season kicks into gear, young athletes across Michiana are hitting the fields with energy and excitement. While the game is fast-paced and fun, it also carries the risk of injury, especially for children and teens whose bodies are still developing. OSMC’s sports medicine is here to help you keep your athlete healthy, strong, and ready
Read MoreER vs. Ortho Walk-In vs. HURT: Know Where to Go for Injuries
How to Choose the Right Place for Your Orthopedic Injury When injuries happen, knowing whether to head to the ER, visit an orthopedic urgent care clinic, or rely on OSMC’s innovative HURT! An injury app can make all the difference in care, cost, and recovery. With access to same-day orthopedic care, sports injury treatment, and
Read MoreThe Foot and Ankle in Long-Distance Running: Injury Prevention, Biomechanics, and Treatment
Why Running Matters Running is one of the most popular physical activities worldwide, with millions participating in annual marathons and ultramarathons. While it offers numerous health benefits—including a lower risk of cardiovascular disease and improved mental well-being—running also comes with a high risk of injuries, particularly in the foot and ankle. Standard Foot and Ankle
Read MoreUnderstanding Hammertoes: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
What Are Hammertoes? Hammertoe is a common foot deformity where the toe bends abnormally at the middle joint, making it look like a hammer. This condition usually affects the second, third, or fourth toe and can cause discomfort, pain, and difficulty walking. Hammertoes often result from muscle imbalances that put too much pressure on the
Read MoreCommon Signs You Need to See a Foot and Ankle Doctor
Top Symptoms That Signal It’s Time to See a Foot and Ankle Doctor Your feet and ankles support your body weight, making them some of your musculoskeletal system’s most essential and often overlooked areas. When pain, discomfort, or functional limitations begin to affect your daily life, it’s a sign that you may need to see a foot
Read MoreThe Role of Proprioception in Ankle Stability: Why It Matters and How to Improve It
by Dr. James Jastifer What Is Proprioception? Have you ever walked on an uneven surface and adjusted your footing without even thinking about it? That’s proprioception at work. Proprioception is your body’s ability to sense where it is in space and make small adjustments to maintain balance and stability. It plays a crucial role in
Read MoreCommon Orthopedic Problems Women Experience
Unsurprisingly, males and females differ biologically, meaning that orthopedic care for men and women varies due to the differences in hormones, connective tissues, and skeletal structure. Let’s take a look at the most common orthopedic problems women experience. The main orthopedic problems women experience are given below. OSTEOPOROSIS Osteoporosis is a progressive disease associated with
Read MoreDr. James R. Jastifer Has Joined OSMC !
The foot & ankle specialist sees patients in three OSMC clinic locations: Elkhart, Goshen and Granger. ELKHART, INDIANA— The Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center of Northern Indiana, Inc. (OSMC) is pleased to announce Dr. James R. Jastifer has joined the organization. Dr. Jastifer is focused on foot and ankle sports medicine, reconstruction, replacement and lower
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