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A runner's guide to cold weather

March 11, 2022

Exercising outside is an all-year routine. Learn how to gear up and stay warm during your brisk winter jog.

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Why head injuries affect girls differently than...

March 11, 2022

Bumps on the head happen, but when young children experience concussions, boys may fare better than girls.

3 min Read Time

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Common orthopedic issues after 40

December 16, 2020

Staying active and mobile after 40 is a goal of many. But as your age, your body undergoes changes that can threaten mobility and independence...

tags: orthopedics , t4b

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3 ways to beat winter joint aches and pains

October 23, 2020

A big population of Facebook fans who have arthritis or joint pain were polled to find out what triggers their hip and knee pain, and 42 percent...

tags: orthopedics , t4b

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What you need to know about shoulder pain

December 18, 2019

Whether it’s lifting, scratching our backs or even just shrugging, our shoulders are constantly moving.

tags: t4b

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6 key facts about osteoporosis

June 4, 2019

Osteoporosis is a condition in which your bones become more porous, brittle and weak, and consequently more prone to breaking. With an increased...

tags: orthopedic care , t4b , womens health

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Tips for dealing with a concussion at school

February 21, 2019 by Dr. Brian Aalbers, board-certified, fellowship-trained pediatric neurologist with Overland Park Regional Medical Center.

Recovering from a concussion can mean being sidelined during sports. It can also affect a student's school performance because it's a type of...

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Causes of back pain

October 9, 2018

Got a “bad back?” You’re not alone. About 80 percent of adults will have lower back pain at some point. It is the most common cause of disability...

tags: orthopedics , t4b

2 min Read Time

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7 tips to keep bones & joints strong as you age

May 29, 2018

The orthopedic surgeons at HCA Midwest Health discuss proven ways to protect your bones, joints and muscles as you age.

tags: orthopedics , t4b

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Check the score on kids and sports-related injuries

March 12, 2018 by Justin Conner, MD, Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon and Sports Medicine expert

The most common sports injuries include muscle sprains and strains, tendon injuries, dislocations, fractures, broken bones and spine injuries...

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Facts about knee or hip joint replacements

February 28, 2018

Suffering from osteoarthritis knee or joint pain? Partial or total knee replacement can offer relief and a return to the activities you love....

tags: orthopedics , t4b

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Concussion Signs & Symptoms

February 19, 2018

Bumps and bruises happen in life, but when it's your head taking the impact, ignoring signs of damage can be deadly. Learn when to get help.

tags: emergency care , sports medicine , t4b

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Common mistakes young athletes make while conditioning

November 29, 2017 by Jon Schultz, MD, sports medicine physician

Ways to correct the mistakes that young athletes make.

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Considering a knee replacement?

October 18, 2017

Advancements in partial knee replacement, such as Navio, are making a difference for KC patients.

tags: orthopedics , t4b

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ACL repair surgery

August 8, 2017

Whether you’re an avid runner who took an unfortunate misstep or clumsily stumbled while doing chores, finding the right doctor is important ...

tags: sports medicine , t4b

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Spice up your running regimen

June 7, 2017 by Courtesy of EBSCO Publishing

I dreaded the workout as I stepped onto the 400-meter black composite track with the yellow and white lines sectioning it off into seemingly ...

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A runner's guide to cold weather

Why head injuries affect girls differently than...

Common orthopedic issues after 40

3 ways to beat winter joint aches and pains

What you need to know about shoulder pain

6 key facts about osteoporosis

Tips for dealing with a concussion at school

Causes of back pain

7 tips to keep bones & joints strong as you age

Check the score on kids and sports-related injuries

Facts about knee or hip joint replacements

Concussion Signs & Symptoms

Common mistakes young athletes make while conditioning

Considering a knee replacement?

ACL repair surgery

Spice up your running regimen