Summer is here, and vacation is calling! Whether you’re planning a road trip, a beach retreat, or a jet-setting excursion, there’s nothing like the thrill of exploring new destinations. But if you’re grappling with arthritis, the thought of cramped...read more
Summer is here athletes everywhere are gearing up for baseball, softball, soccer, track and field, golf, and tennis. Excitement fills the air, but transitioning into summer sports requires careful preparation to avoid common injuries and perform at your best....read more
As a spine surgeon, patients come to me with a common complaint – back pain. And it’s usually after they’ve exhausted home remedies and the discomfort has become too much to bear. From overexertion or sitting too long, to...read more
Over the last several years the sport of pickleball has gained popularity. As a matter of fact, according to the Association of Pickleball Professionals, the sport is the fastest growing in the nation for the fifth consecutive year with...read more
Advancements in modern medicine and even the COVID-19 pandemic have drastically increased orthopedic outpatient surgeries in the U.S. over the last several years. In fact, nearly 80 percent of all procedures performed by OrthoIllinois physicians in 2022 were outpatient....read more
Did you know that half of all women, and a quarter of all men, will eventually break a bone due to osteoporosis? This bone disease has the potential to affect half of all adults ages 50 and older –...read more
