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Shoulder Injuries Are They Mild or Severe

Common Causes of Shoulder Pain and How to Treat it

June 3, 2020/in Shoulder Fractures, Shoulder Injuries /by julie@kistnergroup.com

You probably don’t think about your shoulders much, until you suddenly experience pain in one of them. Shoulder pain can make a simple act — brushing and drying your hair, reaching behind your back to fasten a bra, or grabbing something overhead — seem like a monumental task.

As you age, you’re more likely to experience shoulder pain from a variety of common conditions. “Shoulder problems are very common,” says Dr. Arun Ramappa, associate professor of orthopedic surgery at Harvard Medical School. The pain can come on gradually or abruptly, and it may range from mild to excruciating.

Shoulder pain can vary between severity and frequency. Below are some of the most common conditions causing shoulder pain, and some tips for how to address them.

The Best Time of Year to Have Knee Replacement Surgery

May 31, 2020/in Knee Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Total Knee Replacement, Uncategorized /by orthosportsmed

Featured on mykneereplacementrecovery.com

You may be wondering when is the best time of year to have knee replacement surgery. Many patients ask this question when considering TKR and the consensus is that the spring and early fall are the best seasons. Read more

Exercise for Bone Health

May 28, 2020/in Bone Health, Osteoporosis /by orthosportsmed

Featured on National Osteoporosis Foundation.

May is National Osteoporosis month so we’re sharing some great exercises from the National Osteoporosis Foundation. The following exercises promote good posture, strength, movement, flexibility and balance in healthy people as well as those with osteoporosis. If you’ve recently broken a bone or if you have very low bone density, discuss these exercises with your physical therapist or healthcare provider before trying them and remember to avoid all activities that require bending forward from the waist or too much twisting of the spine.

Plantar Fasciitis Treatments: How to Treat Plantar Fasciitis

May 23, 2020/in Feet, Plantar Fasciitis /by orthosportsmed

By Corie Richter, PA | Article Featured on PPP

If you feel the sharp pain of plantar fasciitis in your heel, rest assured—you may just be a few days away from pain relief. Your doctor and physical therapist can make great strides in just a couple of visits, and you’ll probably be pain-free within a few months.

About Back/Spine, Neck, and Shoulder Pain – The Statistics

May 20, 2020/in Back Pain, Neck Pain /by orthosportsmed

Article Featured on PPP

Low back pain and neck pain are among the top contributors to chronic pain among adults.

Spine Pain: 3 Rare but Severe Conditions that Might Affect You

May 16, 2020/in Back Pain /by orthosportsmed

By Christine Rhodes, MS | Reviewed By Forest Tennant, MD, DrPH | Article Featured on Practical Pain Management

Injuries, abnormalities, and gradual wear and tear can lead to the development of severe spine pain. With straining, twisting, and spraining, soft tissues around the spine can become inflamed, causing pain and muscle spasms over time. This pain can be very debilitating and cause a patient to significantly reduce their day-to-day activities.

The severe pain that accompanies the following rare spine conditions detailed below can affect you or a loved one. Being knowledgeable about these conditions can help you to speak to your doctor if you feel you may have similar symptoms.

Live Updates: Oregon Reports 55 New Confirmed Coronavirus Cases

May 14, 2020/in COVID-19 /by orthosportsmed

Article Featured on OPB

Oregon state and local officials reported 55 new confirmed coronavirus cases Wednesday, bringing the state’s known total to 3,338.

Health officials Wednesday reported four new presumptive cases. Those are people who have not tested positive but have coronavirus symptoms and have had close contact with someone confirmed to be infected with the virus.

6 Essentials for an Effective Face Mask

May 8, 2020/in COVID-19 /by orthosportsmed

BY AREFA CASSOOBHOY, MD, MPH | Article Featured on WebMD

A cloth face mask is not foolproof protection from COVID-19, but here is what we know about what makes a good cloth face mask.

Oregon Health Authority: COVID-19 Testing Basics

May 6, 2020/in COVID-19 /by orthosportsmed

Article Featured on Oregon Health Authority

Who should be tested?

Many people are interested in testing for COVID-19 out of concern for themselves and their loved ones. If you have trouble breathing or feel very ill, contact your healthcare provider or, in case of emergency, call 911. Healthcare providers may decide to have you first tested for other illnesses, like the flu, based on your possible exposure history and any other symptoms you might have.