Overhand throwing places extremely high stresses on the shoulder. In throwing athletes, these high stresses are repeated many times and can lead to a wide range of overuse injuries. Although throwing injuries in the shoulder most commonly occur in baseball pitchers, such as Rockies’ pitcher Mike Dunn, they can be seen in athletes who participate…
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Shoulder pain can be a debilitating injury that restricts movement and participation in regular activities. There are a myriad of causes for shoulder pain ranging from an external injury to internal causes like a pinched nerve, arthritis or gallbladder and liver disease. The Center for Spine and Orthopedics specializes in treatment of shoulder pain. If…
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The progression of osteopenia or osteoporosis can be slowed down by taking some critical steps to maintain and improve your bone health. This week, we will look at the first of a three part series to the five steps to maintaining better bone health. Call us today to schedule an appointment with our expert physicians. According…
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The experts at Center for Spine and Orthopedics are experienced in total knee replacement surgery and dedicated to our patients overall quality of life. If you feel you could benefit from knee replacement surgery, read the article below and contact our knowledgeable team to get started on your treatment. If your knee is severely damaged…
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Is shoulder pain preventing you from enjoying your favorite activities or even holding your grandchildren? You could have a rotator cuff injury or other serious shoulder condition. Come hear a leading, fellowship-trained shoulder surgeon discuss the signs, symptoms and treatment for serious shoulder injuries. Dr. Lucas Schnell will also discuss ways to prevent shoulder problems.…
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Dr. Lucas Schnell joined CSO’s sports and orthopedic department in 2015 and has been a great addition to our team. With rave reviews from our patients, as well as community members who attend his informational seminars, we are proud to have Dr. Schnell as a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon & Shoulder Specialist at CSO. As…
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