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I would never think of going anywhere else for treatment for my spine. No one wants to have to see a spine surgeon, but if you need one, there is no one you can trust more than Dr. Bernard…
I was, as always, received with kindness, friendliness, courtesy and helpfulness by everyone I encountered, particularly Dr. Ruark and Nurse Woodall.
My knee surgery by Dr. Jacobson went great and I was treated greatly by the entire staff and well taken care of Thanks again!
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Liposomal Bupivacaine
A New Option For Managing Pain After Surgery The use of opioid pain medicine, also referred to as narcotic medicine, has received much attention lately with the epidemic of patient addiction and the concern of over prescribing medications. The problem often begins with chronic pain or after a patient undergoes surgery. For the patient’s comfort,[…]
Hip Arthroscopy
Hip arthroscopy has gained in popularity over the past 20 years due to the minimally invasive nature of the surgery and the ability to address different types of disease or injury. Surgeons primarily use arthroscopic surgery (tiny camera and instruments inserted into the joint) to remove loose bodies, which are small pieces of cartilage (tissue that[…]
Sports Broadcasting Hall of Famer Dick Vitale Cheers On Auburn University Hughston Style
Prior to the 2018 Auburn V. Kentucky men’s basketball game, Dick Vitale tweeted a video from the Auburn Arena. Do you see what we see? That’s one, big Hughston-style celebration! The Auburn Arena is electric! Auburn vs Kentucky ! 4pm est @espn @espnbob @AllisonW_Sports pic.twitter.com/4pO6DXRFjP — Dick Vitale (@DickieV) January 19, 2019
Pelvic Fractures
The forces required to fracture the pelvis of a person with normal bone structure are nothing short of massive. These types of forces are generally the result of high energy blunt trauma that occurs in extreme situations such as motor vehicle accidents or falls from heights. Approximately 8 to 10% of patients who sustain a[…]
Reverse Total Shoulder Arthroplasty Explained
Today, there are 2 radically different kinds of total shoulder arthroplasties or replacements for individuals who suffer from severe shoulder joint pain due to arthritis or injury. While traditional shoulder arthroplasty has concentrated on replacing normal joint anatomy with plastic or metal components, the reverse total shoulder arthroplasty (RTSA) involves not only replacing joint components,[…]
Staying Active with Exercise-Induced Asthma
Exercise-induced asthma (EIA), or more accurately, exercise-induced bronchoconstriction, is a narrowing of the airways of the lungs triggered by vigorous physical activity. EIA constitutes a form of respiratory difficulty in which the airways become hypersensitive and inflamed. The muscles of these airways then contract or spasm; this reaction manifests as the symptoms of asthma. Who[…]
Pediatric Forearm Fractures: When Both Bones Break
Pediatric forearm fractures account for approximately 50% of all pediatric fractures with an incidence of about 1 in 100 children. A common type of fracture involves both forearm bones, the radius, or bone on the thumb side, and the ulna, or bone on the little finger side (Fig). This fracture type is often referred to[…]
Chest Muscle Injuries: Strains and Tears of the Pectoralis Major
Once rare, injuries to the chest muscles, particularly the pectoralis major muscle, are becoming more common. In fact, a recent study noted that of the 365 cases of pectoralis major ruptures reported in the medical literature from 1822 to 2010, 76% occurred over the past 20 years.1 Pectoralis major injuries can range from contusions (bruises)[…]
I Have Scoliosis, Which Sports Can I Play?
If your spine curves toward the side and is shaped like a “C” or an “S,” (Fig) you may have scoliosis. Scoliosis is defined as a curvature of the spine of more than 10 degrees combined with a rotation of the vertebrae, the small bones that form the spine and through which the spinal cord[…]
The Verdict on Vaping
Electronic cigarettes have been marketed as “healthier” alternatives to traditional cigarettes and as a good way to quit smoking. Only recently have people begun to look into the science behind these devices and ask the right questions. What exactly are electronic cigarettes? How do they work? Are they safer than tobacco cigarettes? Can they help[…]
