The advantages of choosing an independent orthopedic surgeon Orthopedic surgeons specialize in the prevention,...
Ask The Physician Articles
Here we answer all kinds of common questions, and address interesting topics concerning Orthopedic medicine.
Am I Too Young For a Knee Replacement?
Deciding whether a patient is too young for a knee replacement requires carefully weighing all of the pros and cons...
What is Bursitis?
Bursitis is a condition that occurs when the fluid-filled sacs (bursae) near the joints become inflamed. Bursae are...
When do You Need to See an Orthopedic Doctor?
It can be difficult to know when it's time to see an orthopedic doctor. Is it just a small injury that will go away on...
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:...
What Causes Cartilage Damage?
Cartilage damage is a relatively common type of injury. It often involves the knees, although joints such as the hips,...
The Most Effective Way to Combat Osteoarthritis
Approximately 32.5 million American adults live with osteoarthritis. This form of joint disease develops when the...
10 Steps to Avoid a Slip and Fall Injury this Winter
The risk of a potentially disastrous slip, trip or fall increases dramatically during Winter months. At Dayton...
Are Orthopedic Surgeons Paid Too Much? Understanding the Financial Landscape in Medicine
Most of us regularly read articles or hear newscasts that boldly claim that physicians are overpaid. After all, who...
Which Company has the Best Medicare Plan?
Many of our patients ask our opinions about the best Medicare plan they can purchase. As Dayton's leading independent...
Broken Bone or Sprain? 10 Signs That You May Have a Fracture
A broken bone, or fracture, is when the bone breaks or splits due to accident, injury or other preexisting medical...
6 Reasons Why You Should Quit Smoking Before Surgery
Unless you have been living under a rock for the last several decades, you have likely heard all the reasons why you...
No, We Are Not Fat Shaming You: Obesity & Orthopedic Surgery
Any conversation about obesity brings up some painful emotions. As medical professionals, it is our duty - our sworn...
Does Medicare Pay for Knee Injections?
As part of the normal aging process, joints produce less fluid, cartilage thins out, and ligaments lose flexibility....
What is Arthroscopic Joint Repair?
Living with joint pain is difficult, but facing open surgery can be daunting. Fortunately, there are different types...
What are Shin Splints?
Adolescence is a challenging time. Young identities are being tested out, hormones abound, and growing pains can be...
Diabetes and Depression
Being diagnosed with diabetes can be a hardship for anyone. Some people have been born with it and find it tedious to...
Preparing for Surgery as a Diabetic
As a person with diabetes you have many daily activities that are necessary, beyond what others need to do. You learn...
Surgical complications of diabetes
One of the ugly realities of having diabetes is the possibility of surgical complications and amputations to manage...
How Diabetes Affects Soft Tissue
When someone tells you to picture your body, what comes to mind? Do you think of your organs, hidden underneath your...
Diabetes and Tendons
Being diagnosed with diabetes can be...
Diabetes and Bone Health
When you or a loved one suffers from diabetes, you are made to be hyper aware of blood sugar, continuously made to...
The Impact of Diabetes: Part One
Diabetes is a common ailment that is still considered a mystery to those who haven't experienced it...