Join former Notre Dame quarterback and NFL veteran Ian Book, along with OSMC’s sports medicine experts, for a live, interactive Q&A focused on injury prevention, smarter recovery, and performance optimization for athletes of every age and activity level. Designed for athletes, parents, coaches, and active adults, this session blends elite athletic insight with medical expertise
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Prevent Youth Sports Injury With OSMC – Stay in the Game
Youth sports play a powerful role in helping children build confidence, strength, coordination, and a lifelong love of staying active. But as participation grows, so does the number of injuries among young athletes. Sports-related injuries are one of the leading reasons children and teens visit orthopedic specialists, underscoring the importance of prevention, early evaluation, and
Read MoreFast Orthopedic Injury Care in Northern Indiana
Why Quick Orthopedic Care Matters After an Injury When an injury occurs, getting fast, accurate orthopedic guidance can make a major difference in how well and how quickly you heal. Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury, a painful sprain, a swollen joint, or a sudden fall, understanding what to do next is essential. Orthopedic
Read MoreOSMC Announces Athlete Partnership with Former Notre Dame Quarterback and NFL Veteran Ian Book
OSMC is proud to announce its first official athlete partnership with Ian Book — the winningest quarterback in Notre Dame football history, NFL veteran, and member of the 2024 Philadelphia Eagles Super Bowl Team. With a strong and engaged following, Ian brings athletic credibility and meaningful visibility to the OSMC brand. His passion for injury
Read MorePreventing ACL Injuries in Youth Football
Understanding the Rise in Lower Extremity Injuries in Football Lower extremity injuries, including ACL tears, ankle sprains, and knee ligament injuries, have become increasingly common among youth and high school football players. Rapid changes in direction, contact on the field, quick accelerations, and unstable playing surfaces place high stress on the hips, knees, ankles, and
Read MoreAnterior Lateral Hip Replacement Surgery at OSMC
Hip replacement surgery is performed to relieve pain and restore mobility when damage to the hip joint affects daily activities and quality of life. One approach to hip replacement is anterior lateral hip replacement, which allows the surgeon to access the hip joint from the front and side. This method is designed to minimize disruption
Read MorePickleball and Back Pain: Is It Just Muscle Soreness or More?
Why Pickleball Can Lead to Back Pain Pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing adult activity trends, offering competitive fun with a low learning curve. However, sudden stops, quick lateral movements, twisting, reaching, and serving motions can place significant stress on the lower back muscles and joints. Back pain after playing pickleball is common,
Read MoreWhen to See an Orthopedic Expert for a Fall Injury
Understanding Fall Injuries and When to Seek Care A fall injury can occur suddenly and may result in pain, swelling, limited range of motion, or difficulty using the affected limb or joint. While some individuals may try to rest at home and hope symptoms improve, certain signs indicate a need for orthopedic evaluation. If your
Read MoreSafe Return to Play After Youth Injuries
Youth sports provide countless benefits, from teamwork and discipline to physical fitness and confidence. But with the intensity of practices and games, sports injuries are a common part of the experience. For young athletes, the desire to return to the field or court as quickly as possible can sometimes outweigh the need for proper healing. Following established
Read MoreIs It Nerve Compression or Something Else? Common Signs
When pain, tingling, or numbness appear, many people assume it is simply a result of muscle strain or fatigue. However, these issues are often linked to nerve problems that require a closer look. Nerve irritation symptoms can develop when nerves are compressed, pinched, or inflamed, and identifying the root cause is key to preventing long-term
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