Bones can be double scary this month. October 20th is World Osteoporosis Day. With Halloween on the way, creepy skeletons and scary bone creatures are common, but these are not as frightening and alarming as when your own bones become thin and fragile. Weak and porous bone problems are part of a disease known as
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Concussions and Your Child Athlete
As a parent of an athlete, it’s common to worry about any sports-related injury. Have you heard the phrase, “You just got your bell rung…walk it off and get back in the game?” Not so fast. As a parent, you need to know how to help your child get back on the playing field after
Read MoreRoger Benko on OSMC
Roger Benko, a long time patient and community leader, shares his experience with OSMC. He reviews his treatment and friendships built through trust, with Dr. Robert Ellis (retired), Dr. Louis Sfreddo (retired), and Dr. Will Stevenson.
Read MoreExperiencing Foot Pain? This Is What You Need To Know
If you’re like most people, you’ve suffered some foot pain at some point in your life. Hopefully, the pain was minor, allowing you to continue with your healthy lifestyle. About 75% of Americans experience foot problems at one time or another. The majority of foot-related injuries in people aged 17 or older are ankle strains
Read MoreVIDEO: OSMC Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic
OSMC Orthopedic Walk-in Clinic 200 E Jackson Blvd, Suite 130 Elkhart, IN 46516 / M-F 1p-5p THANK YOU for choosing OSMC!
Read MoreCrutch Training Part Two
Part 2 of John DeVries, PT and RJ Perry, PTA review crutch use and proper fitting.
Read MoreCrutch Training Part One
In this segment, John DeVries, PT and RJ Perry, PTA review crutch use and proper fitting.
Read MoreRepeat Injuries and Youth Sports: What Parents Should Know
As children and teenagers become more active and participate in sports, it can sometimes mean injuries, especially repeat injuries. With the surge of year-round training and competitions, these young bodies are prone to repetitive stress injuries (RSIs). “RSIs are most likely to occur in children and teens in the area of growth plates,” explained Ryan
Read MoreShould Kids Play One Sport Or Multiple Sports?
There is no easy answer to the question, “are multi-sport athletes better than single-sport athletes?” It’s a loaded question, and every athlete is different; the simple answer is – it depends. One of the biggest debates in today’s youth sports culture is whether athletes are best to specialize in one sport or try their hands
Read MoreWhen To Go To Urgent Care vs. The Emergency Room
Today, it’s hard to know where you should or can go for medical help. In the event of an injury like a sprain, dislocation or a broken bone, you still need care! So, what do you do? Do you visit your local emergency room (ER)? Or head to the nearest urgent care center? Today, more
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