By Tribune Media Wire Peanut butter and jelly. Sports and injuries. Certain things just seem to go together. Unfortunately for many, the latter isn’t as welcome a combo as the lunchtime staple. Not all sports and injuries are created equally, though. Here are the top 20 with the most injuries: #20. Bowling #19. Rugby #18. …

By Canadian Science Publishing (NRC Research Press) “The conclusions of a systematic review of hundreds of studies contradict the most common static stretching findings from the last 15 years. This research reviews hundreds of studies to determine best way to stretch to improve range of motion, prevent injury during sports and exercise. The conclusions of …

In the past, orthopedic surgery meant extremely long hospitalization and recovery periods. However, new advancements in orthopedic surgery have dramatically cut down on hospital and recovery time, allowing people to feel more comfortable with the whole process. The benefits of orthopedic surgery are obvious; it improves quality of life and helps people get back to …

Anterior Cruciate Ligament or ACL tears are one of the most treated orthopedic injuries. Although these injuries are seen in both women and men, women are most often the ones who fall prey to this painful injury. The reasoning for this increased frequency of injury comes down to basic anatomy. Women are born with a …

By Fitday “Outdoor hiking has a myriad of benefits for both the body and the mind. Hiking is inexpensive and easy to start, so you can participate no matter how fit you currently are. Most people live within driving distance of wonderful hiking spots and discovering these places is a good way of getting to …

By Tina Pashley “It is no secret that an active lifestyle and proper nutrition can help you lead a longer, healthier and more fulfilling life. A well-balanced diet of nutritious foods combined with regular physical activity can decrease your risk of developing certain chronic illnesses and can prevent many diseases. Regular exercise not only prevents …

Drs McAllister, Fuchs, and Stickney are continuing to study the impact of the SwiftPath® Method for outpatient joint replacement. The early results of this work has been accepted for presentation at the Annual Meeting of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons in November and at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons in March of 2016.

Congress is now considering a bill that would give Medicare beneficiaries access to the advanced surgical techniques, improved outcomes, and decreased pain that are seen when joint replacements are done in outpatient facilities. H.R. 1453 is a bill being sponsored by Devin Nunes (R-CA) and John Larson (D-CT) that would ensure that Medicare patients would have access to the high level of care, personal touch, and cost savings that is available in ASCs. Congressman Nunes and Larson have asked Dr. McAllister to brief Congress on the results of over 300 joint replacements done using MIS techniques and a rapid rehabilitation.

Getting people “back in the game” faster. More than ever, hip and knee replacement patients need outcomes that reduce pain, reduce the need for narcotics, and speed recovery. Where traditional methods relied on large incisions, heavy doses of narcotics, and months of difficult postoperative therapy. New minimally invasive techniques have advanced joint replacement surgery, now …

ProOrtho continues to lead in the research and development of musculoskeletal care. Our doctors treat patients not only with high quality medical techniques but also respect and compassion to provide a safe and comfortable environment that promotes a smooth recovery to return to active and healthy lifestyles.