Blog Posts in 2019 30 results found. Viewing page 1 of 2. Go to page 1 2 Next Let Christmas Lights Brighten Your Spirit, Not Break Your Back Dec 12, 2019 Dr. Steven Barnett According to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), each year there are 14,700 holiday decorating related ER-treated injuries. That’s an average of about 240 injuries per day during the holiday season! Hoag Orthopedic ... Read More Are You a Candidate for Same-Day Joint Replacement? Dec 4, 2019 By Alan Beyer, M.D. Imagine having hip replacement surgery in the morning, walking on your new hip shortly thereafter and then sleeping in your own bed the same evening. That scenario is not a pipedream, but a reality for many patients today, thanks to innovations in ... Read More I Tried Foam Rolling and I Never Felt Better Oct 30, 2019 Proport Physicial Therapy and Performance ’s Director of Sport Performance, Matt Camargo, MS, CSCS (Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist) recently shared about the benefits of foam rolling. Q. Is foam rolling more effective than ... Read More Five Core Exercises for Youth/High School Wrestlers Oct 10, 2019 Hoag Orthopedic Institute is proud to partner with ProSport Physical Therapy and Performance to continue expanding musculoskeletal care to Orange County residents, professional athletes and young athletes alike. ProSport's director of Sport ... Read More Questions to Ask Your Surgeon Oct 4, 2019 By Travis Scudday, M.D. Being told that you need to have surgery can be a very daunting feeling. Knowing which questions to ask your surgeon in order to ensure you’re getting the right care and making the best choices for yourself is key. We spoke with Dr. Travis ... Read More National Women's Health & Fitness Day Dr. Emilia Ravski, DO Sep 24, 2019 In honor of National Women’s Health & Fitness Day on September 25, 2019, we would like to focus on the importance of regular physical activity and health awareness for women. We spoke with Dr. Emilia Ravski, sports medicine physician at ... Read More Concussion awareness - Dr. David Kruse, sports medicine physician Sep 18, 2019 By Dr. David Kruse Sports-related concussions are hot topics of conversation in sports news, specifically related to high impact sports such as football. Dr. David Kruse, sports medicine physician affiliated with Hoag Orthopedic Institute and team physician for several ... Read More Fall Is A Good Time to Assess 'Fall' Prevention Sep 18, 2019 By Jennifer Brandon, PT The beginning of the Fall season is a great time for mature adults to think about their risk of “falls,” say experts. Why? Every year, one in three people ages 65 years and older has a fall, according to the Centers for Disease Control ... Read More Fall Prevention: Home Safety Checklist for Seniors Sep 13, 2019 By Jennifer Brandon, PT Whether you live alone or are taking care of a loved one, making your home a safe place to live is always a priority. This is especially important for seniors, who need to be extra mindful of safety concerns that may be lurking in their homes. ... Read More The Revolution of Same-Day Joint Replacement Surgery: Q&A with Dr. James T. Caillouette Aug 30, 2019 Joint replacement has been undergoing a revolution in recent years, and Hoag Orthopedic Institute and its orthopedic surgeons are on the forefront of that change, leading the way for same-day joint replacement surgery since 2008. We spoke with James ... Read More Running Tips for Beginners Jonathan Kaplan, M.D. Blog Post August 2019 Aug 16, 2019 Are you interested in running, but don’t know where to start? Then this blog is for you. We sat down with Dr. Jonathan Kaplan, foot and ankle specialist at Hoag Orthopedic Institute, to get his professional advice on running for beginners, ... Read More Common Swim Injuries and Staying Vigilant on Muscle Overuse this Summer: Q&A with Dr. David Gazzaniga Jul 26, 2019 By Dr. David Gazzaniga With summer well underway, one way to beat the heat and exercise is to swim. Swimming is a great sport for all ages. Whether it’s recreational swimming in your backyard or community pool, or more competitive team swimming, it’s important ... Read More Football Pre-Season Prep and Preventing Injuries Q&A with Dr. David Gazzaniga Jul 26, 2019 By Dr. David Gazzaniga With professional, collegiate and high school football season on the horizon and many teams getting ready for their summer training camps, Dr. David Gazzaniga, Hoag Orthopedic Institute affiliated orthopedic surgeon and one of the team physicians ... Read More Stair Climbing: Safe or Scary? Jul 24, 2019 By Dr. Adam Rivadeneyra Stair climbing is a unique exercise that is not only beneficial to your body, but also your bank account. Whether you’re climbing the stairs on a machine, or getting some fresh air outside, here are some helpful tips and insight from Dr. Adam ... Read More Thumb Joint Replacement Surgery: Purpose, Procedure, Risks and Recovery Jul 22, 2019 By Dr. Ying Chi Perhaps you’ve just been told you need to have thumb joint replacement surgery, but have no idea what that is, let alone if there are any risks, or what the recovery time looks like. We sat down with Dr. Ying Chi, an orthopedic hand surgeon at ... Read More 30 results found. Viewing page 1 of 2. Go to page 1 2 Next