Orthopedic Institute Blog

Home Remedies For Joint Pain Relief That Truly Work

Posted on August 10, 2018

Joints form connections between bones to help our body parts move. They're made up of connective tissue and cartilage, and when they become injured or inflamed ... ouch! If you are experiencing serious or ongoing pain in your joints, it's important to see your doctor for a medical opinion and, if...

3 Exercises To Strengthen Your Shoulders & Spine

Posted on June 28, 2018

Our arms and shoulders assist us with almost all of our daily activities, so it's easy to see why strong shoulder muscles are so important! Weak shoulders can increase your risk for injury at the gym or going about your day lifting kids, household items, grocery bags and more. Poor posture can also...

Five Benefits Of An Orthopedic Walk-In Clinic

Posted on June 19, 2018

Injuries and illnesses don't always occur during business hours - but heading to the ER can be expensive and time-consuming. That's why walk-in clinics are so great! Where else can you get high-quality care, with less wait, without an appointment? That being said, not all walk-in clinics offer the...

Osteoporosis In Men: The "Silent Disease" Affects You, Too

Posted on May 29, 2018

Think osteoporosis only happens to women? Think again. This "silent" disease affects men, too. According to the CDC, osteoporosis affects about 1 in 20 men over age 65. Osteoporosis can weaken bones to the point that a break can occur more easily. Broken hips are especially serious, causing...

Shoulder Pain Relief: What You Need To Know

Posted on April 02, 2018

The shoulder joint is one of the most complex areas in your body. It allows you to move your arms 360 degrees, and also provides the stability needed for all the bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments in your shoulders and arms to work together. All this range of motion increases the likelihood of...

5 Alternative Non-Surgical Treatments for Head & Neck Pain

Posted on March 15, 2018

Head and neck pain can occur for a variety of reasons. Some pain will go away with time, or through a change in lifestyle or behavior. But if you're dealing with head and neck pain that lasts more than a few days and doesn't improve with over-the-counter pain medicine, it's time to make an...

Hip Replacement Success Stories

Posted on February 27, 2018

Most people wouldn’t describe getting a hip replacement as a “walk in the park.” Weeks of rehab and struggling to get around can cause many people to put off getting a necessary surgery. However, Lee Goldammer and Tony Bosch had excellent experiences with OI when they decided to pursue anterior hip...

6 Tips for Reversing Your Shoulder Pain

Posted on December 31, 2017

Shoulder pain—for many of us it's just a fact of life. But when it's keeping you from enjoying your daily activities, it may be time to try some useful remedies.

Try out some of these options for reversing shoulder pain.

4 Everyday Tips for Fighting Off Foot & Ankle Pain

Posted on December 29, 2017

Are your "dogs" barking? You're not alone! Every day, we take thousands of steps. So it's no surprise that foot and ankle pain can occasionally be part  of our days, too - especially as we age. See your doctor for serious pain that interferes with daily life. But when it comes to occasional foot...

5 Key Symptoms of a Neck Injury

Posted on December 07, 2017

Neck pain is a common problem that about two-thirds of the population experience at some point. After all, your cervical spine and supporting muscles and ligaments support a head that weighs approximately 15 pounds. Due to the flexible but complex structure of your neck, it’s quite vulnerable to...