The school year is almost upon us and many of you are preparing your athlete for the fall sports season. Along with investing in good gear and uniforms, attending parent’s meetings, and planning team snacks, make sure to schedule your sports physicals. While most athletic departments require sports physicals for…
It’s all fun and games until someone gets hurt. When a knee gets kicked a little too hard, an ankle gives out on a landing, or a shoulder joint wears down over time, it’s good to have a Sports Medicine Physician on your team. What Is Sports Medicine? Despite what…
When knee pain caused by osteoarthritis prohibits you from enjoying everyday activities, it’s time to seek treatment. Knee pain can be debilitating and persistent, causing decreased mobility, reduced quality of life over time, and work limitations. Knee pain can be caused by injury, disease, or structural disorders,…
When you get injured, your first thought may be to make an appointment directly with an orthopedic surgeon, chiropractor, or sports medicine physician. But these are not your only options; there is a relatively new discipline that helps a wide range of patients, including those suffering from injury, disease, or…
WWMG Orthopedic, Sports, Spine & Hand (OSSH) is pleased to welcome two new physicians to their award winning group of surgeons. Ronald Quam, DO, joined OSSH in September and brings his expertise in Orthopedic Total Joint Surgery. Dr. Quam completed an orthopedic residency at Michigan State University/Mt. Clemens Regional…
Fall is a very active time for kids and teens alike, especially for those participating in school sports. Injuries are something every sports player deals with at some point, whether it’s a simple bruise or a fractured bone. Some of the most common sports injuries are foot and ankle injuries,…
Now that it’s summer, many people are wearing flip-flops and sandals to beat the heat. While these may keep your feet cooler, they’re not the best shoes for your feet. The less support a shoe or sandal has, the more likely that you’ll develop foot problems. It’s common to develop…
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