Many people experience elbow pain at some point in time. Your elbow is a somewhat complex mechanism that relies on three different bones for support and movement. The elbow gives your arm the ability to rotate outward and inward, while also working like a hinge upward and downward. The functional design of your elbow allows… Read more »
Posts By: Stacie Grossfeld
10 Differences Between Osteoarthritis and Meniscal Tears
Osteoarthritis and meniscal tears are injuries that both occur in the knees. Both knee injuries tend to become more probable to occur with age; however, there are significant differences between osteoarthritis and meniscal tear injuries. The pain associated with both injuries require different treatment approaches. A big factor that decides treatment is if the pain… Read more »
Cost Effectiveness of Weight Loss Surgery Prior to Total Knee Replacement In Morbidly Obese Patients
With changes in healthcare, one new policy will be in effect in upcoming years that affects doctors and patients alike. A new policy will rate physicians based on their patient’s post surgery complications. This means that doctors will be treating patients’ current issues, and other contributing factors to receive a positive outcome. We know from… Read more »
Shoulder and Rotator Cuff Tears – Latest Research
We know that rotator cuff tears commonly affect one shoulder, especially in patients who are over age 55. However, there is a group of patients that not only tear one shoulder, but end up tearing their contralateral shoulder as well. There was a study published in the American Journal of Sports Medicine in May, 2015,… Read more »
Study on Vitamin D Levels in Pro Football Players
Vitamin D deficiency is epidemic that affects an estimated one billion people worldwide. This nutrient is associated with many functions and organs in your body. Research shows that insufficient levels are associated with a greater rate of heart disease and mortality. Vitamin D levels less than 20 ng/mL are associated with a risk increase to 30 to… Read more »
Orthopedic Practice Owner Receives Small Business Owner of the Year Award
The 22nd Annual National Association of Women Business Owner EPIC Awards dinner was held on Thursday, March 3, 2016, at 5:30 p.m. at the Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Louisville orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine doctor Stacie Grossfeld M.D. received the Small Business Owner of the Year Award. Dr. Grossfeld is the… Read more »
Core Conditioning – Why It’s Important and What You Can Do About It
Your core is not just a 6-pack of abs or something that turned into a beer belly. Your core is responsible for some of the most basic functions your body is able to perform. While your core provides support and strength, it’s also responsible for reducing pain and accomplishing tasks. Your core affects the way… Read more »
A Broken Wrist – Signs, Symptoms and Treatment Options
At some point in time, many people suffer from a broken wrist. Children and the elderly are at higher risk for this common injury. Follow along for more important information about symptoms and treatment options for a broken wrist. There are eight small bones that make up your wrist called carpal bones. And there are… Read more »
10 Tips to Avoid Running Injuries from a Sports Injury Doctor
With the weather clearing up and daylight’s savings time approaching, it’s a great time to get back out on the roads and running trails. Running is a wonderful activity you can do almost anywhere, and in terms of cardio, it’s one of the best. In thirty minutes of jogging, you’ll burn upwards of 300 calories… Read more »
Sports Concussions for Children and Teens
Management of Sports Concussions in the Pediatric and Adolescent Population There is an excellent review in the January/February issue of Orthopedics by Dr. Aaron Provance et al. which covers the management of sports-related concussions in the pediatric and adolescent population. Below is a summary of the key points in managing sports related concussions. Concussions make up nearly 10% of… Read more »
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