Don’t Shrug Off Shoulder Pain
The shoulder is one of the most complex joints in your body. Its motion allows you to change a light bulb, reach for plates in a cabinet, swing a [...]
Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery: An Overview
By Dr. Walker Flannery, Orthopedic Surgeon The hip joint is the biggest joint in the body. It can also cause some of the biggest problems and pain in the [...]
Eric’s I’m Back Story
When most people think of the game “corn hole,” sometimes called bean bag toss, thoughts of summer, friends, cookouts, and yard games come to mind. But when you experience [...]
10 Foods for People with Arthritis
By Dr. Michael Avery, Rheumatologist My patients ask me if there’s anything they can do to make their arthritis better. Their faces light up when I say, ‘Yes, in [...]
Medication for Rheumatoid Arthritis: Feeling Better with a Side of….?
By Dr. Paul Tuttle, Pediatric and Adult Rheumatologist Those who suffer with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) know the discomfort, pain, and debilitation it can cause. This inflammatory disease affects the [...]
The Pain of Arthritis – It’s Real. In So Many Different Ways.
Just like the term “shoe” is an all-encompassing description of hundreds of types of footwear ranging from tennis to pumps, flats to sandals, cleats to horse, so is the [...]
7 Common Questions About Total Joint Replacement Surgery
Your knees ache. It's hard to exercise or climb stairs. The pain in your hip seems to be getting worse. Undergoing total joint replacement surgery to alleviate pain and [...]
Tom’s I’m Back Story
When there is a fire or someone has been in an accident, Tom likes to be first on the scene to help. As a firefighter he is. That’s why [...]
A Heartfelt Thanks From a Patient
Editor's note: This letter was sent to Dr. Steven Schechinger. It is replicated below with permission from the author. This letter has not been modified and is our patient's [...]
The Mental Side of Recovering From an Injury – An Athlete’s Perspective
From weekend warriors who push it just a bit too far to high school and collegiate athletes, the professionals at OSMS have seen the injuries that can occur. Broken [...]
