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OSSM Wins Best Orthopedic Provider 2021
Our team at OSSM is excited to announce that the excellence we strive for in our integrative approach to treating our orthopedic patients is being recognized: we are the proud recipients the “Best Orthopedic Provider” award for 2021 by The Business Journal of North Idaho.
10 Reasons to Visit OSSM’s Orthopedic Urgent Care
At OSSM, we are pleased to introduce you to the newest surgeon to join our board certified and fellowship trained team, Dr. Luke Smith, D.O.
Introducing Dr. Luke Smith, D.O., The Newest Addition to Your OSSM team!
At OSSM, we are pleased to introduce you to the newest surgeon to join our board certified and fellowship trained team, Dr. Luke Smith, D.O.
Orthopedic Urgent Care at OSSM: Treating Orthopedic Injury the Safe and Timely Way
Gone are the days of waiting to see a doctor with a painful sprain or break in an urgent care surrounded by people coughing. At Orthopedic Surgery & Sports Medicine (OSSM), we saw a need for an orthopedic urgent care for our patients and community, and we met it.
Hip Replacement
At Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine (OSSM), we are well equipped to treat patients with all forms of hip damage or injury.
Common Foot Surgeries: Bunions, Hammertoes, and Claw Toes
As we head into the colder months, we want to remind our elderly patients to take extra care when maneuvering the ice and snow. Studies show that when facing icy conditions, adults over the age of 65 had double the odds of having great difficulty when leaving their home, and fall-related fractures are statistically higher in older adults during the winter month. Hip and arm fractures are more common among the elderly in cold weather due to the higher incidence of falls.
How to Avoid Knee Injuries
Knee injuries can happen to anyone at any time. It is considered one of the most common injuries in the US today. From the elderly to the young many suffer from a variety of knee problems. Roughly 6,600,000 knee injuries occur each year in a variety of age groups. There are times when an injury is not correctly diagnosed and increases the risk of further injury. It’s incredibly important to find a doctor that can correctly diagnose you for your wellbeing.
ACL Tears and Treatment
So what exactly is an ACL? An Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a major stabilizer in the knee that connects your femur, or thigh-bone to your tibia, or shin-bone. ACL tears most commonly occur during sports that require sudden changes in direction or speed. During your initial diagnosis, your doctor will order an X-ray and MRI to determine the severity of your injury.
Covid-19 Outbreak – A Special Message To Our Patients
Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine and Orthopedic Urgent Care has remained open in limited capacities to serve the needs of our community during the COVID-19 pandemic. Our primary concern is for the health and safety of our patients, providers and staff. In order to limit potential exposure to illness, we have revised our patient requirements.
Treatment and Recovery of Tennis Elbow
Something like a painful wrist fracture can happen in a second and require much more time to recover from. Whether you broke your wrist from falling, playing a sport, or in an accident, prompt, appropriate treatment for your injury is crucial to regaining and maintaining strength and range of motion. While there are numerous treatment options for wrist fractures, some injuries may require surgical repair due to their location or severity.
Recovering From Wrist Surgery Repair
Something like a painful wrist fracture can happen in a second and require much more time to recover from. Whether you broke your wrist from falling, playing a sport, or in an accident, prompt, appropriate treatment for your injury is crucial to regaining and maintaining strength and range of motion. While there are numerous treatment options for wrist fractures, some injuries may require surgical repair due to their location or severity.
5 Tips For Recovering From Rotator Cuff Repair Surgery
Rotator cuff surgery can provide relief from pain caused by a torn shoulder tendon, but it can take longer than you may anticipate to fully recover. These rotator cuff surgery recovery tips can help ensure that you heal properly, so you can resume participating in sports and other physical activities.
What is Sports Medicine?
You or your child may sustain an injury while participating in a number of different activities. From weekend warriors, to trained athletes, many physical activities carry risk of injury. If you are faced with any injury, you may be advised to see a sports medicine healthcare provider for treatment or to prevent further injury.