His Quality of Life is Back after Foot Surgery In his mid-60’s Phillip is in shape. He’s an avid runner, loves biking and goes to the gym to work out regularly. “I like to be focused, organized and active,” he says. The heel of his foot started to really bother him in 2020. “I could
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Dr. Jacob R. Hinkley has Joined OSMC!
ELKHART, INDIANA— The Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Center of Northern Indiana, Inc. (OSMC) is pleased to announce Dr. Jacob R. Hinkley, orthopedic surgeon and hip & knee replacement specialist, has joined the organization. Dr. Hinkley’s areas of specialized expertise include primary hip and knee replacement and revisions, treatment of fractures of the appendicular skeleton, along
Read MoreWhat is a muscle cramp? How do I manage muscle cramps?
Most people are likely to experience a muscle cramp at some point. Perhaps sudden cramping woke you out of sound sleep or interrupted your latest reality show binge? Though muscle cramps generally last a few seconds, it can sometimes feel like forever because the pain can be intense. Muscle cramps occur suddenly, causing involuntary contractions
Read MoreDog shows & bad knees…. Don’t mix!
The pain was still manageable, but her legs were bowing and she was hunching over. Jeanne D. says she’s had knee problems for a long time. “I was able to keep moving for years by visiting OSMC for occasional pain injections,” she says. “The pain was still manageable, but I had significant bowing of my
Read MoreThe 6 Most Common Causes of Neck and Back Pain
Being a pain in the neck is better than having a pain in the neck. These days, with more time in front of our computers and on our phones in not-so-ergo-friendly offices (aka the sofa), we’re setting ourselves up for unwelcomed aches and pains. With win ter behind us and spring cleaning ahead of us,
Read MoreSidelined By Arthritis? How A Physical Therapist Can Help
Some days aches and pains are enough to keep you from the activities you love. It’s a catch-22 — it hurts to move but moving will help the hurt. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability for adults in America. It is widespread and encompasses a variety of diagnoses and forms. Generally speaking, arthritis describes
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