Some days aches and pains are enough to keep you from the activities you love. It’s a catch-22 — it hurts to move but moving will help the hurt. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability for adults in America. It is widespread and encompasses a variety of diagnoses and forms. Generally speaking, arthritis describes
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What Is Arthritis?
Is Joint Pain Normal as You Age? Experiencing stiffness and discomfort in your joints as you grow older is common, but it’s crucial to know when it becomes a cause for concern. At OSMC, we believe in informing you about your joint health throughout your journey. As you age, your body undergoes several changes, and
Read MoreNew Knee Replacement Technology: Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery Is Making a Difference for Patients
Are you suffering from knee or other joint pain? Do you need surgery but hate to think about the painful and lengthy recovery time? New joint replacement technology is making a world of difference for patients. OSMC now offers robotic knee replacement surgery and will add additional robotic assisted joint replacement options in the future.
Read MoreConcussions 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 MoreCrutch Training Part Two
Part 2 of John DeVries, PT and RJ Perry, PTA review crutch use and proper fitting.
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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
Read MoreSprained Ankles vs. Broken Ankles: How To Tell The Difference
Was it a slip on the ice? A run down a ski hill that didn’t end well? Or perhaps a LEGO® you didn’t see while traversing through your family room. However it happened, your ankle is killing you. It’s swollen, hurts to walk on, turning lovely shades of black and blue, and it isn’t very
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