Posted on October 11th, 2019 by OSG
While the direct cause of breast cancer is unknown, women experience a higher risk of developing breast cancer as they age. Alongside breast cancer, women who are 60 and older are also at risk for developing osteoporosis. Here is what you need to know about the relationship between breast cancer and osteoporosis, as well as… Continue reading Breast Cancer and Osteoporosis
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Posted on September 25th, 2019 by OSG
Getting a shot isn’t the most enjoyable experience, but we expect to feel a bit of pain each time we get a flu shot. If you experience pain in your shoulder after you receive the flu vaccine, you may wonder if something is wrong. We’ve got the answers here for you: Is the Flu Shot… Continue reading Why Does My Arm Hurt After a Flu Shot?
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Posted on September 17th, 2019 by OSG
For patients suffering from chronic pain, it can be easy to focus only on the extreme pain they are feeling and ways to make that pain subside. This can make finding a treatment to ease the symptoms that come along with chronic pain hard. Coloring, it turns out, can have a great therapeutic impact on… Continue reading How Art Therapy Can Help Chronic Pain Sufferers
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Posted on September 12th, 2019 by OSG
Whether you’re a new runner or a seasoned marathon athlete, you may risk the chance of an injury. It’s important to remember that even a simple injury can worsen quickly if left untreated. To prevent worsening of your condition and watching from the sidelines, follow these tips: Most Common Running Injuries Runners Knee Patellofemoral pain… Continue reading Common Running Injuries and How to Prevent Them
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Posted on September 9th, 2019 by OSG
Lower back pain is very common, affecting approximately 1 in 8 people. However, about 80-90 percent of lower back pain isn’t something to stress about, as it comes and goes with the stress of our daily life. When, then, is back pain considered more than just a nuisance of everyday life? There are four main… Continue reading Types of Back Pain You Should Never Ignore
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Posted on September 5th, 2019 by OSG
One of the most common conditions that predispose a patient to a series of cardiovascular complications is high cholesterol. With elevated lipids in the body, it increases the risk for certain conditions such as heart disease, stroke, and cancer. However, one unexpected, potential complication of having high cholesterol is the impact it can have on… Continue reading High Cholesterol and Your Bone Health
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Posted on August 27th, 2019 by OSG
At Orthopaedic Speciality Group, we understand that it can be challenging to find time to come in for your appointment. Between school, work, sports, and social events, our patients have busy lives, and it’s up to us to help them efficiently and thoroughly. We’re continually looking to improve the experience of our patients. One way… Continue reading Introducing Our New Self Check-In Kiosks!
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Posted on August 13th, 2019 by OSG
If you surveyed the 100 people closest to you, chances are only 10 would be left-handed. Lefties may typically be the underdog, but not when it comes to one-on-one sports! If you asked 100 professional baseball players, there’s a good chance you’d right a high number of lefties among the group. This is because being… Continue reading Why Left-Handed Athletes Have the Upper Hand in One-on-One Sports
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Posted on August 5th, 2019 by OSG
Living with chronic pain can make your daily routine difficult. Say you have trouble bending down due to arthritis, or you need help crossing the street. A service dog can provide significant assistance to patients who suffer from daily chronic pain. Individuals with limited mobility due to their chronic pain can utilize a service dog… Continue reading Service Dog for Fibromyalgia Benefits in Pain Management and Therapy
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Posted on July 25th, 2019 by OSG
At Orthopaedic Speciality Group, we know that no universal solution exists to fix every person’s joint pain. Therefore, we take a personalized approach to each of our patient’s procedures and care plans. If you suffer from a knee injury or arthritis-related pain and haven’t experienced relief from your pain, it might be time to take… Continue reading Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Total Knee Replacement
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