Preventing ACL Injuries in QC Athletes
Girls are 2-8 times more likely to suffer an ACL tear than a boy doing the same sport. Why? ORA Orthopedics Sports Medicine Surgeon Dr. Ryan Dunlay explains.
Five simple exercises for Quad City seniors
ORA Physical Therapy Manager, Max Whiting, DPT, has good news to share with Quad City seniors who have given up on staying fit. “You can stay strong in your senior years” – and Max gives you five realistic exercises you can practice at home or with friends.
Keep your fingers and your rings intact
ORA’s Dr. Jonathan Winston says injuries like Ring Avulsions are rare, but when they occur, they are serious injuries that frequently lead to amputation.
Spotting scoliosis in your child
A school physical discovered Morgan Martin’s scoliosis while in high school. ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Michael Pyevich, the only pediatric orthopedist in the Quad Cities, explains that scoliosis is often seen and diagnosed in the fall, during back-to-school physicals.
Stay in the game – three common football injuries
Dr. Ryan Dunlay, a specialist in Sports Medicine at ORA Orthopedics and team doctor for the Pleasant Valley Spartans, explains three common injuries suffered by football players of all ages and skill levels.
How to prevent a fall season of injuries
Dr. Waqas Hussain, a Sports Medicine physician at ORA Orthopedics and team doctor for United Township High School, explains how football players – and all athletes – can avoid injuries by taking some simple, preventative measures.
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