Orthopedic News & Advice
Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal cord stimulation is a type of neuromodulation that effectively treats neuropathic (nerve-related) pain. Spinal cord stimulation has been shown to reduce the amount of pain medication required, reduce pain scores (patients’ measures of their pain), improve...
Cervicalgia: A Pain in the Neck
Cervicalgia is the medical term use to describe pain located in the back of the neck, over the cervical spine. It is very common and affects approximately 2/3 of the population at some point in their life. Cervicalgia is the 4th major cause of disability. Risk factors...
What is Whiplash?
Whiplash is a type of neck injury caused by rapid change of direction. It can happen in any situation where the head is suddenly forced from one position to another. Whiplash is commonly caused by rear-ending car accidents, but it can also happen as a result of sports...
Five Reasons to Stop Putting Off a Visit to an Orthopedic Surgeon
It's all too easy to put off medical care, especially when the problem seems relatively minor. You know the drill: "Oh, I just tweaked it. It'll be better in a few days". "I'm just getting older now, these things happen". "Injuries are part of the sport. I'll play...
What Could be Causing Your Knee Pain?
Knee pain is rarely a straight-forward problem to figure out. With so many important structures packed into such a small space, it can be difficult to guess exactly what's causing your knee pain, without visiting a doctor. TOP OF KNEEQuadriceps Tendinopathy INSIDE OF...
Revision Knee Replacement – When Your Knee Replacement Needs to be Replaced
Being told that you need a revision knee replacement can be incredibly difficult news to hear. After all that pain, physical therapy, recovery and those blessed years of relative comfort, your bionic parts appear to be failing you. But don't worry! Much like the 'The...
Ankle Instability
Ankle instability is a condition causing recurrent giving way of the ankle, usually into inversion (when the ankle rolls inward). Ankle instability develops after repeated ankle sprains that have not been treated or rehabilitated appropriately, though on occasion can...
What is the Workers Compensation Process in Ohio?
The Workers compensation process in Ohio can be a bit of a mystery. Very few people under stand how it works, how and when to use it, and if they are entitled to it. In this article, we hope to clear up some of the smoke surrounding Workers Compensation. If you have...
Ganglion Cyst Removal
A ganglion cyst is a swelling filled with jelly-like fluid that sticks out from the lining of a joint or tendon. While these lumps are usually harmless, you may need surgery to remove one if it becomes painful. What causes a Ganglion Cyst? Ganglion cysts are over-use...
RICE – Rest, Ice, Compression & Elevation
RICE - The fastest, safest and most effective way to reduce pain and inflammation. No matter what the cause, experiencing joint pain can make your everyday life much more difficult. Luckily, these minor aches and pains can be alleviated with a few simple measures you...
Dayton Orthopedic Surgery – Dayton’s Leading Independent Orthopedic Clinic
Dayton Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine Center is one of Ohio’s finest Centers for musculoskeletal care, education, and research. We address conditions affecting your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves. With three full-time Orthopedic...
PRP: The Secret That Keeps Top Athletes in the Game for Longer
Have you noticed that athletes are staying in the game well into their 40's nowadays? As depressing as it sounds, a top-level athlete in their 30's used to be a rare occurrence. A combination of excellent training, strength and conditioning, diet and most importantly,...
What Causes Cartilage Damage?
Cartilage damage is a relatively common type of injury. It often involves the knees, although joints such as the hips, ankles and elbows can also be affected. Cartilage is a type of connective tissue found in many parts of the body. It is firm, flexible, and is often...
Scoliosis
Scoliosis is an abnormal lateral (side to side instead of forward or backward) curvature of the spine. This condition often develops in adolescence during the growth spurt before puberty. It is more common in girls than in boys. The exact cause of the most common type...
Sprained Ankle and Ankle Instability
A sprained ankle is an injury caused by a twist of the ankle, either inwards (inversion) or outwards (eversion). The most common method of injury is usually found in plantar flexion (toes pointed down) and inversion. This is a very common injury and is important to...
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