Health tips on how to stay active and health so you can continue to pursue the passions that move you – from the surgeons and health care specialists at ORA Orthopedics.
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.
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.
Scoliosis: 7 things parents need to know
Rochelle Canfield discovered she had scoliosis during a track physical when she was in 8th grade. She shares her story and what she’s learned with LMQC in this ORA Health Tip.
Injured … or just sore? When should you see your doctor?
It’s important to know when it’s time to realize that your soreness may be a sign of an injury that needs the attention of a specialist.
Swimming is often overlooked as a great aerobic exercise
Lap swimming is often overlooked as a great aerobic exercise – but ORA Orthopedic’s J.C. Clark suggests folks over thirty seriously consider it as an option to putting more wear and tear on stressed-out knees and ankles.
4 reasons to ride: a prescription for good health
ORA’s Dr. Andrew Bries and Rock Valley Physical Therapist Anna Perry share their reasons why cycling is great for fitness, rehab after surgery, or at any age when impact sports are not an option.
Four tips for using a home treadmill to beat the workout blahs
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Connolly chases the blahs away on a home treadmill outfitted with a video screen that allows for him to take runs virtually anywhere in the world.
4 steps to newer, healthier, more durable bones
ORA Orthopedics Surgeon, Dr. J.C. Clark, says he is “obsessed about bone and particularly its health.” One way to improve bone health, he notes, is to stress it during exercise.
Even Santa has back pain.
There’s more to life than cookies, hot cocoa, and making little girls’ and boys’ wishes come true for everyone’s favorite jolly, old elf. Delivering presents to billions of kids around the world can be a real pain in the back.
How NOT to fall off your ladder
Thinking about climbing that ladder this fall or winter to put up or take down the lights on your house? You better watch your step – it could be your first one on the way to the emergency room!
New treatments in diabetic foot care
Dr. Beau Shay, an Orthopedics’ podiatric surgeon explains the new treatments for foot conditions related to diabetes that are now offered by ORA Orthopedics.
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.
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.
Injured … or just Sore? Learn when to See Your Doctor.
Rich Fuller, Bettendorf, still hits the ground running after nearly 45 years! But the secret to yearly success is knowing the difference between muscle soreness and pain resulting from an injury. ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Shawn Wynn explains.
Four common running injuries (and what to do about them)
ORA Orthopedics podiatric surgeon, Dr. Beau Shay, has experience with runners on the road and in the operating room. He shares his tips on the four most common injuries experienced by runners and walkers.
Elbow hurt? It could be “tennis elbow” … even if you don’t play tennis!
Tennis players, golfers, gardeners and others who repeatedly use their wrists and elbows are at risk for tennis elbow. Here are some symptoms to watch for, and treatment options to keep you swinging strong!
Garden smarter to save your back
ORA Orthopedics Surgeon, Dr. Michael Berry explains how there are ways to pull the weeds from your garden and not pull the muscles in your back at the same time. He offers four tips on how to “Garden Smarter.”
Bursitis burning your joints? A QC surgeon has answers
ORA Orthopedics Dr. Bries, who spins at the Y before work on most days, says, “Exercise helps prevent hip bursitis by keeping your core fit. But you also need to strengthen your muscles separately, to balance the repetitive stress that can lead to bursitis.”
Swimming is a great indoor workout
At least twice a week, you’ll find Quad City ORA Physical Therapist Nicole Steffes in the water. She says she’s been a “waterbug” since childhood.
Beware of the snowblower!
Snowblowers can be a terrific convenience and also quite dangerous if you get fatigued by the cold or distracted while operating the equipment, says ORA Orthopedic’s, Dr. Justin Munns.
QC spine doctor: lift and carry using these back-saving techniques
ORA Orthopedics spine surgeon, Dr. Myles Luszcyk, provides some practical advice for how to pick up around the house this fall without sacrificing your back in the process.
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.
Quad City doctors team up to take on sports-related concussions
Dr. Matthew Lindaman, ORA Orthopedics, is one of twelve team physicians serving Quad City area high schools, universities and professional teams.
Common Summertime Injuries for Kids
It’s the time of year when everybody – especially kids – want to be outside and move. But sometimes being safe and being healthy can be a bit of a balancing act. ORA’s Dr. Michael Pyevitch explains.
The power of the pool
ORA Physical Therapist Assistant, Caitlyn Mejia, explains how hydrotherapy can make a difference in how patients recover from injuries and surgical procedures.
QC baseball and softball: preventing injuries in kids
Younger and younger players are being hurt on the field leading to a rise in youth sports injuries. Samantha’s story shows how to keep them safe!
New procedure for chronic deep groin pain
Travis Krayenhagen underwent successful hip arthroscopy during his career with the Quad City Assumption Knights football team.
ORA surgeon: Lose weight to boost health before surgery
According to ORA Orthopedics’ Dr. Joseph Martin, extra weight may be contributing to your arthritis and keeping your recovery from surgery from taking off.
The right prescription for your home gym workout from ORA’s Dr. J.C. Clark
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. J.C. Clark provides his advice on how selecting the right home gym equipment and workout can boost your health while reducing your risk for surgical complications!
Great winter workout – spinning spares joints and torches calories
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Andrew Bries spends most of his early mornings at the Scott Count Family Y’s Sunrise Spin Class. He says it’s a great way to start the day and gives four reason why he keeps on spinning.
Those bumps in your palm could be Dupuytren’s Contracture
Dupuytren’s Disease is a little-recognized condition of the hands in which the connective tissue of the palm of the hand hardens and thickens. Dr. Tobias Mann, ORA Orthopedics, discusses the symptoms and possible treatments.
Health tips on how to stay active and health so you can continue to pursue the passions that move you – from the surgeons and health care specialists at ORA Orthopedics.
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.
Quad City doctors team up to take on sports-related concussions
Dr. Matthew Lindaman, ORA Orthopedics, is one of twelve team physicians serving Quad City area high schools, universities and professional teams.
Scoliosis: 7 things parents need to know
Rochelle Canfield discovered she had scoliosis during a track physical when she was in 8th grade. She shares her story and what she’s learned with LMQC in this ORA Health Tip.
Injured … or just Sore? Learn when to See Your Doctor.
Rich Fuller, Bettendorf, still hits the ground running after nearly 45 years! But the secret to yearly success is knowing the difference between muscle soreness and pain resulting from an injury. ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Shawn Wynn explains.
Common Summertime Injuries for Kids
It’s the time of year when everybody – especially kids – want to be outside and move. But sometimes being safe and being healthy can be a bit of a balancing act. ORA’s Dr. Michael Pyevitch explains.
Injured … or just sore? When should you see your doctor?
It’s important to know when it’s time to realize that your soreness may be a sign of an injury that needs the attention of a specialist.
Four common running injuries (and what to do about them)
ORA Orthopedics podiatric surgeon, Dr. Beau Shay, has experience with runners on the road and in the operating room. He shares his tips on the four most common injuries experienced by runners and walkers.
The power of the pool
ORA Physical Therapist Assistant, Caitlyn Mejia, explains how hydrotherapy can make a difference in how patients recover from injuries and surgical procedures.
Swimming is often overlooked as a great aerobic exercise
Lap swimming is often overlooked as a great aerobic exercise – but ORA Orthopedic’s J.C. Clark suggests folks over thirty seriously consider it as an option to putting more wear and tear on stressed-out knees and ankles.
Elbow hurt? It could be “tennis elbow” … even if you don’t play tennis!
Tennis players, golfers, gardeners and others who repeatedly use their wrists and elbows are at risk for tennis elbow. Here are some symptoms to watch for, and treatment options to keep you swinging strong!
QC baseball and softball: preventing injuries in kids
Younger and younger players are being hurt on the field leading to a rise in youth sports injuries. Samantha’s story shows how to keep them safe!
4 reasons to ride: a prescription for good health
ORA’s Dr. Andrew Bries and Rock Valley Physical Therapist Anna Perry share their reasons why cycling is great for fitness, rehab after surgery, or at any age when impact sports are not an option.
Garden smarter to save your back
ORA Orthopedics Surgeon, Dr. Michael Berry explains how there are ways to pull the weeds from your garden and not pull the muscles in your back at the same time. He offers four tips on how to “Garden Smarter.”
New procedure for chronic deep groin pain
Travis Krayenhagen underwent successful hip arthroscopy during his career with the Quad City Assumption Knights football team.
Four tips for using a home treadmill to beat the workout blahs
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Connolly chases the blahs away on a home treadmill outfitted with a video screen that allows for him to take runs virtually anywhere in the world.
Bursitis burning your joints? A QC surgeon has answers
ORA Orthopedics Dr. Bries, who spins at the Y before work on most days, says, “Exercise helps prevent hip bursitis by keeping your core fit. But you also need to strengthen your muscles separately, to balance the repetitive stress that can lead to bursitis.”
ORA surgeon: Lose weight to boost health before surgery
According to ORA Orthopedics’ Dr. Joseph Martin, extra weight may be contributing to your arthritis and keeping your recovery from surgery from taking off.
4 steps to newer, healthier, more durable bones
ORA Orthopedics Surgeon, Dr. J.C. Clark, says he is “obsessed about bone and particularly its health.” One way to improve bone health, he notes, is to stress it during exercise.
Swimming is a great indoor workout
At least twice a week, you’ll find Quad City ORA Physical Therapist Nicole Steffes in the water. She says she’s been a “waterbug” since childhood.
The right prescription for your home gym workout from ORA’s Dr. J.C. Clark
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. J.C. Clark provides his advice on how selecting the right home gym equipment and workout can boost your health while reducing your risk for surgical complications!
Even Santa has back pain.
There’s more to life than cookies, hot cocoa, and making little girls’ and boys’ wishes come true for everyone’s favorite jolly, old elf. Delivering presents to billions of kids around the world can be a real pain in the back.
Beware of the snowblower!
Snowblowers can be a terrific convenience and also quite dangerous if you get fatigued by the cold or distracted while operating the equipment, says ORA Orthopedic’s, Dr. Justin Munns.
Great winter workout – spinning spares joints and torches calories
ORA Orthopedic’s Dr. Andrew Bries spends most of his early mornings at the Scott Count Family Y’s Sunrise Spin Class. He says it’s a great way to start the day and gives four reason why he keeps on spinning.
How NOT to fall off your ladder
Thinking about climbing that ladder this fall or winter to put up or take down the lights on your house? You better watch your step – it could be your first one on the way to the emergency room!
QC spine doctor: lift and carry using these back-saving techniques
ORA Orthopedics spine surgeon, Dr. Myles Luszcyk, provides some practical advice for how to pick up around the house this fall without sacrificing your back in the process.
Those bumps in your palm could be Dupuytren’s Contracture
Dupuytren’s Disease is a little-recognized condition of the hands in which the connective tissue of the palm of the hand hardens and thickens. Dr. Tobias Mann, ORA Orthopedics, discusses the symptoms and possible treatments.
New treatments in diabetic foot care
Dr. Beau Shay, an Orthopedics’ podiatric surgeon explains the new treatments for foot conditions related to diabetes that are now offered by ORA Orthopedics.