Medial tibial stress syndrome, also known as shin splints, is experienced by approximately 3 million Americans every year. Most common in runners, shin splints are characterized by pain and inflammation in the front part of the lower legs. There are many causes for shin splints. Some of the most common include: Overuse of the muscles.… Continue reading How to Prevent Shin Splints
Arthritis is the inflammation and stiffness of your body’s joints. There are several different types of arthritis, with the most common type – osteoarthritis – affecting more than 27 million Americans. It can happen to any joint in the body, but it most frequently occurs in the knees, hips, back, neck, and fingers. The… Continue reading 5 Ways to Relieve Pain from Arthritis
Some fitness experts refer to swimming as the perfect exercise; after all it is low cost, easy on your joints, and can be done by people of any age. By hopping in the pool for 30 minutes a day, you can swim your way to a healthy heart, mind, and body. Here are five benefits… Continue reading 5 Benefits of Swimming
If you have ever participated in organized sports, chances are you have probably incurred a foot injury or two. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 25% of all sports injuries are related to the feet or ankles. It’s not surprising when you think about it; in the foot alone there are 26 bones,… Continue reading Most Common Foot and Ankle Injuries
Do you suffer from lower back pain? You’re not alone. According to the American Chiropractic Association, one half of all working Americans experience back pain each year. So, what can you do about it? Well, it depends on the cause of the pain. The spine is a complex system made up of several muscles, tendons, nerves,… Continue reading What to Do if You Suffer From Lower Back Pain
“Tennis Elbow” is the common name for lateral epicondylitis, a medical condition in which the outer part of the elbow becomes inflamed and tender. This injury can be brought on abruptly or over time, and usually affects people in their dominant arm. Despite the name, less than 5% of all diagnoses are caused by actually… Continue reading Tennis Elbow Symptoms and Treatment
Grab your peanuts and Cracker Jack, because baseball season is here! From little leagues to the professional level, baseball players are dusting off their cleats and taking the diamond. Regardless of age or level of play, many baseball players will suffer from shoulder pain this season, especially pitchers. In fact, if you are a pitcher,… Continue reading Baseball Season is Here: Protect Your Shoulders
Sports are great; they promote physical activity in a fun environment and give many athletes the competitive clash that they desperately crave. Unfortunately, sports also bring the inevitable risk of injuries, few more serious than the unhappy triad. If this is a new term to you, the “unhappy triad” is the name used to describe… Continue reading About the Unhappy Triad
Orthopaedic Specialty Group is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Romulo Vasquez. Dr. Vasquez will be seeing patients in OrthoFast. Click here to see Dr. Vasquez’s profile page. We look forward to positive things we know he will bring to the OSG family!
Orthopaedic Specialty Group is proud to announce the addition of Dr. Jean-Paul C. Lucke. Dr. Lucke will be seeing patients in OrthoFast. Click here to see Dr. Lucke’s profile page. We look forward to positive things we know he will bring to the OSG family!
