The Latest in Ultra-Low Radiation Imaging  OrthoIndy is proud to be the first healthcare system in Indiana to offer EOSedge x-ray imaging to our pediatric and adult patients. EOSedge imaging exclusively at OrthoIndy Fishers and OrthoIndy Northwest minimizes the amount of radiation used to create high-quality, accurate images as much as is practical. In reality, depending on… Read more »

OrthoIndy has announced a monumental step forward in surgical innovation by introducing augmented reality (AR) into surgical procedures. Distinguished spine surgeon Dr. Gregory Poulter recently performed Indiana’s first-ever surgery utilizing Surgical Theater’s cutting-edge eXperiential Reality (XR) technology. The procedure, a pioneering spinal fusion was executed using the Surgical Theater SyncAR®… Read more »

THIS POST IS PART OF THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT Over a period of a few years, Kathy Dildine began to experience increasing right knee pain with activity. In hopes of avoiding a knee replacement, Kathy made an initial appointment with an OrthoIndy cartilage restoration specialist who recommended Kathy… Read more »

It can be devastating to work towards something for years and then have it pulled out from under you due to an injury, especially a career you value and cherish that relies heavily on your ability to move about.  Neil Kaiser, a mechanic for Andretti INDYCAR, had this happen to… Read more »

It began as a tingling sensation coursing down her arm, along with a growing sense of weakness that hindered her ability to grasp objects.   Connie, a vibrant retiree at the age of 61, possesses a passion for travel and cherishing moments with her family, especially visiting her beloved grandchildren in… Read more »

Pamela Blasius cleverly managed to overcome a challenging medical situation, all thanks to the skillful care provided by Dr. M. Craig McMains.  Retired from a lifelong retail career at 73, Pamela was a perpetual whirlwind of activity. She immersed herself in various pursuits, from the delicate strokes of watercolor painting… Read more »

With an eye on responsible healthcare spending, the State of Indiana has selected OrthoIndy as its preferred provider to deliver high-quality orthopedic care at more affordable costs to state employees and their family members. This partnership will deliver high-quality orthopedic care at significantly lower costs compared to other Indiana healthcare… Read more »

Franciscan Health and OrthoIndy announced a new regional collaboration in the Greater Lafayette area today. The plans include a state-of-the-art orthopedic clinic and surgery center at Cumberland Avenue and US 231, next to Cason Family Park to be completed in 2025. The facility will also provide orthopedic urgent care, physical… Read more »

The DAISY Award is an international recognition program started in memory of J. Patrick Barnes. Pat’s family experienced first-hand the difference his nurses made in his care through clinical excellence and outstanding passionate care. The family created The DAISY Award to express gratitude to nurses and to enable other patients,… Read more »

Will they schedule imaging during my appointment? What about on Sundays? Plain X-rays are the main imaging techniques we use in orthopedics. We have the capability to obtain plain X-rays at the time of your visit at each of our OrthoIndy Urgent Care locations, including locations with Sunday hours. Advanced… Read more »

In December 2012, OrthoIndy established and funded the OrthoIndy Foundation, whose mission is: To improve mobility and function, specifically for the residents of Central Indiana –with a particular emphasis on veterans and the elderly– by benefiting the end users to increase self-sufficiency, promote wellness, and improve the quality of life… Read more »

During a playful water gun battle with her teenage son, Gina Walker took a fall, fracturing a bone near her knee.   “My son encouraged me to get up, saying ‘C’mon, Mom, walk it off!’” Gina recalled. “But I couldn’t put any weight on it. I already had arthritis in my… Read more »

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Courtesy: Prof Nabil Ebraheim, University of Toledo, Ohio, USA LOWER BACK PAIN ETIOLOGY: There is no definite etiology in 85% of cases. It is one of the most common cause of occupational absenteeism. SITES OF PAIN: 1. Facet joints 2. Intervertebral discs 3. Spinal canal 4. Sacroiliac joint 5. Muscles… Read more »

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If you’re new here, I like to talk about hardware and implants on Fridays. Previous editions have included interesting reduction clamps, OR tables, screw biomechanics, THA revision acetabular constructs, and more.What I learned todayToday I wanted to cover elbow arthroscopy. But it’s a pretty broad topic. The catalog for Arthrex’s… Read more »

I’ve mentioned my wrist pain in a previous email on wrist clunk. Triggers: typing and using a keyboard (laptop or desktop). Relieved by: partying and chilling and enjoying life, my friend.What I learned todayI usually have elbow pain that accompanies my wrist pain (yay me). Cubital tunnel syndrome is on… Read more »

Hope you enjoyed your break and thanks for sticking around. Or hi 👋 if you’re new here.What I learned todayFractures of the femoral head are significantly less common than those involving the neck. That doesn’t mean they aren’t worth understanding and learning about.Multiple classification systems exist but we/Orthobullets use the… Read more »

Continuing from yesterday’s email about the effect of spinopelvic alignment on THA, today we’re going to discuss spinopelvic parameters (pelvic incidence, sacral slope, etc etc).To be perfectly honest, this is a topic I’ve read or heard about several times. But it’s always so hard to remember. Maybe writing about it… Read more »

ANNOUNCEMENTI will be gone during Memorial Day weekend. No newsletters on Friday-Tuesday.Lately, I've been writing a lot about Hand and Trauma because we are currently covering those topics in didactics. Also, they are my next two rotations. But in the spirit of fairness, I will try to do something else… Read more »

I’m not gonna lie… I read more of the hand and wrist exposures article, and I feel like I have nothing to contribute that would be better than Hoppenfeld’s.So instead, I’ve compiled a list of *some* of the ortho podcasts out there. One of my gripes is that when you… Read more »

Originally I wanted to talk about hand and wrist approaches, which is the title of this JAAOS review article. However, the first section called “Innervation” brings up some good teaching points about advanced hand and wrist anatomy. What I learned todayFirst, a reminder of the sensory innervation of the hand:(Image… Read more »

We moved my research rabbits to a secret secure research facility in the middle of nowhere. Then one of them died suddenly today while I was checking on her. After secondary euthanasia methods, I had to drive her dead body back to our main lab. Poor bunny. Sad sad sad.… Read more »

Implant Friday 🎉 Let’s hit it.What I learned todayMost commonly, pins are inserted into the AIIS directed toward the posterior ilium.This image is part of a technique guide and the clamps will be tightened after reduction is complete. AO Surgery ReferenceAnother option is pinning the iliac crest about 15 mm… Read more »

I went through a phase where I was really interested in indocyanine green (ICG) angiography. Doesn't everybody?What I learned todayThis paper in CORR actually won the Chitranjan Ranawat award at the 2015 Knee Society meeting. The fundamental question is, what is the best skin closure method for TKA?The study design… Read more »

Today we wrap up OPLL (ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament). If you missed yesterday's email, we discussed the pathogenesis, natural history, and workup for this condition.What I learned todayAs always, we first have to talk about non-surgical management. Despite the high risk of acute spinal cord injury, prophylactic surgery… Read more »

Shout out to my coresident Kara for the inspiration on this one. I think every med student knows about ankylosing spondylitis (AS), and diffuse idiopathic skeletal hyperostosis (DISH) is pretty recognizable to me as well. But I didn’t know much about ossification of the posterior longitudinal ligament (OPLL).What I learned… Read more »

Spine surgery is being revolutionized using robotic technology. Surgery is typically the last option to be considered to eliminate back and neck pain. But, if necessary, these innovative robot-guided systems offer patients many benefits including shorter surgeries, shorter hospital stays, and fewer pain medications. Ask your surgeon if robotic spine… Read more »

Muscle activation exercises connect the body and mind to enhance your workout and optimize your results. Activation exercises are typically short, isolation exercises that target specific muscles to “wake them up”. Just like stretching, activation exercises increase blood flow to prepare the muscles for weightlifting, cardio, sports, or other physical… Read more »

Monster Walks and Monster Squats are commonly used exercises to help activate the lateral hips and glutes. They can also be used as a rehabilitation strengthening exercise. When performed correctly, these exercises may help prevent injury and muscle strain by promoting strength and stability. Read more »

Does your back hurt during or after exercise? Many individuals experience mild to severe back pain during or after physical activity. Exercise-induced back pain can occur due to over exercise or injury, but typically occurs due to improper form. It is frequently described as muscle aches, shooting pain, or a… Read more »

Are you experiencing low back pain? Lower back pain is extremely common and affects nearly 8 of every 10 people at some point during their lives. Treatment for back pain can range from conservative to non-conservative methods depending on the severity of your pain or issue. If you are experiencing… Read more »

Pain in your joints during activities of repetitive motion like golfing, playing tennis, throwing, gardening or even cleaning, is commonly a sign of tendinitis. Tendinitis is inflammation of the tendon, the thick fibrous cords that attach muscle to the bone. The condition causes pain and tenderness around a joint. Read more »

Many medical experts believe Radial Pulse Therapy (RPT), also called shockwave therapy, is one of the best treatment options for plantar fasciitis, tennis elbow, and other joint pain because it is non-invasive and helps quickly reduce pain. RPT is an advanced treatment system that uses short, electromagnetic shockwaves delivered from… Read more »

We use our hands every day, so putting up with intense finger pain can be impossibly frustrating and have a significant impact on our ability to do everyday tasks. If you are dealing with pain and swelling in your hands and fingers, the cause may not be immediately obvious Read… Read more »

If you're experiencing a pain, numbness or tingling in your wrist, you may have Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS).  CTS is a common condition that, according to American Family Physician, affects 3 to 6 percent of the general adult population. Having CTS can be frustrating, but there are a number of… Read more »

Slight to moderate pain doesn't always require a trip to the doctor's office. In certain situations, using a cold pack or heating pad at home can help you feel better, faster. The trick is finding the right treatment for your needs - and knowing how to use that treatment without… Read more »

#UPORTHOCON_2020 We participated in UPORTHOCON 2020  Event held in Golden Blossom Resort,Lucknow,UP on 14th to 16th February, 2020. We exhibited our Orthopaedic Implants like Spinal Implants, Trauma Implants, Joints System and Surgical instruments. Read more »

APSS+BSS (Operative Spine Course) We participated in APSS+BSS 2020  Event held in Andheri,Mumbai from 13th to 16th Feb., 2020 We exhibited our Spinal Implants and Surgical instruments. Read more »

We participated in TNOACON 2020  Event held in Kingstone Engineering College, Vellore from 7th  to 9th Feb, 2020. We exhibited our Spinal Implants, Trauma implants, Intramedullary nailing system &  Hip & Knee Replacement system and instruments.   Read more »

#GOACON #Rajkot We Smit Medimed, Manufacturer & Exporter of the Orthopaedic Implants & Instruments. We participated in GOACON 2020  Event held in Rajkot< Gujarat from 8th  & 9th Feb, 2020. We exhibited our Spinal Implants, Trauma implants, Intramedullary nailing system &  Hip & Knee Replacement system and instruments. Read more »

#OSSAPCON We Smit Medimed, Manufacturer & Exporter of the Orthopaedic Implants & Instruments. We participated in OSSAPCON 2020  Event held in Vijaywada, Amravathi from 31st Jan  to 2nd Feb, 2020. We exhibited our Spinal Implants, Trauma implants, Intramedullary nailing system &  Hip & Knee Replacement system and instruments.   Read more »

#ArabHealth #Dubai We Smit Medimed, Manufacturer & Exporter of the Orthopaedic Implants & Instruments. We are very glad to invite you to visit our Booth No.R. P75 at ARAB HEALTH  from 27th to 30th  January, 2020 at Dubai World Trade Centre, Dubai. We will be presenting our all products range… Read more »

#IOACON2019 We participated in IOACON 2019  Event held at Biswa Bangla Convention  Centre Kolkata, West Bengal  from 19th to 24th November , 2019. We exhibited our Spinal Implants, Trauma implants, Intramedullary nailing system, Hip & Knee Replacement system and instruments. Read more »

Distraction osteogenesis (DO), also called callus distraction, callotasis and osteodistraction, is a process used in orthopedic surgery, podiatric surgery, and oral and maxillofacial surgery to repair skeletal deformities and in reconstructive surgery. The procedure involves cutting and slowly separating bone, allowing the bone healing process to fill in the gap. Medical Uses Distraction osteogenesis (DO) is used in orthopedic surgery, podiatric surgery, and oral… Read more »

FEMECOT 2019 We participated in Femecot 2019  Event held in Hermosillo,sonora Mexico from 30th October to 1st November, 2019. We exhibited our Spinal Implants, Trauma implants, Intramedullary nailing system &  Hip & Knee Replacement system and instruments. Read more »

VOSCON 2019 We participated in VOSCON 2019  Event held at City Sports Club(CSC) resort, NH-6, Amravti Road, Akola on 19th & 20th October 2019. We exhibited our Spinal Implants, Trauma Implants, Intramedullary Nailing system, Hip & Knee Replacement System and instruments. Read more »

March is National Athletic Training Month, a time to recognize the vital role athletic trainers play in helping athletes prevent, treat and recover from injuries. At Panorama Physical Therapy, we have a deep appreciation for the partnerships our physical therapists forge with athletic trainers to provide comprehensive rehabilitative care for… Read more »

By Justin Meyer, PT, DPT, Cert. DN.    Justin serves as the physical therapist for the University of Denver Athletics, assisting in the evaluation, treatment, and management of injured athletes. In this role, he provides his expertise in orthopedics, rehabilitation, and preventative medicine, as well as the strong rapport he has… Read more »

Joint pain can be a significant challenge in daily life, leading many individuals to consider joint replacement. However, in this age of misinformation, there are several commons myths that discourage people from a procedure that could save them from decades of pain.  Joint replacement expert, Dr. Joshua Shapiro, sheds light… Read more »

Your doctor may recommend hip arthroscopy if you have hip pain that has not responded to nonsurgical treatments, including rest, physical therapy, medications and injections. Hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgery. This means the entire procedure is completed with only two or three 1 cm incisions. This speeds the recovery… Read more »

Diagnosing the cause of hip pain can be a challenge because the hip is a complex joint. Hip pain caused by impingement and subsequently a labral tear occurs in both males and females, usually between the ages of 16 – 45.  It tends to be more common in females and… Read more »