Cold Therapy Machine Overview and Instructions: Dr. Grossfeld has added a new video to her YouTube page. This video discusses the Polar Care Pump designed to reduce swelling and pain after surgery. In this video, Louisville orthopedic surgeon Dr. Stacie Grossfeld shows you everything you need to know to use the Polar Care Pump. This motorized ice machine… Read more »
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What is Osteoarthritis? An Overview from an Orthopedic Surgeon
What is osteoarthritis? Simply stated, osteoarthritis is the breakdown of the articular cartilage that covers the ends of the bones that make up your joints What is articular cartilage and what is a joint? Let’s start with the definition of a joint. Look at your body anywhere it bends. There is a joint located there…. Read more »
8 Healthy Gift Ideas For Your Holiday Shopping
It’s that gift-buying time of the year when you might be looking for the perfect gift. How about some healthy gift ideas to inspire your holiday shopping? Here are 8 healthy gift ideas to give yourself or someone that you love! Arbonne Re9 anti-aging skin care set. Botanical ingredients paired with the latest science yields visible… Read more »
Dr. Grossfeld Discusses Research About the Female Athlete Triad
I was interviewed recently by Natsue Koikawa, Associate Professor of Sports Science at Juntendo University in Tokyo, Japan. She is also the Director of Women’s Track and Field at the university, along with the Deputy Directory of Japanese Center for Research on Women in Sport. After finding me online, she and her research assistant, Tomomi Hirao,… Read more »
Whitney Thomas, PA Student, Enjoys Orthopedic Rotation with Dr. Stacie Grossfeld
Dr. Grossfeld, and the entire team at Orthopaedic Specialists, are dedicated to serving as mentors and a training site for many different medical professionals. Recently Whitney Thomas, a physician assistant (PA) student from Lincoln Memorial University, enjoyed a 1-month rotation at the office. Here’s what she had to say about her experience: My orthopedic rotation with Dr. Grossfeld was hands… Read more »
How to Calculate Your Basal Metabolic Rate and Calorie Requirements
Are you interested in losing a few pounds, or learning more about what your daily caloric intake needs to be to maintain your current weight? Learn how to calculate your basal metabolic rate and then use the Harris Benedict formula listed below to figure out how many calories you need based on exercise. To lose a… Read more »
Determined Athlete Darin Johnson Tackles Obstacle Course Racing Competitions
Meet Darin Johnson My name is Darin Johnson. Almost everyone knows me as DJ. I’ve been a long time patient of Dr. Grossfeld. I almost always seem to be doing something that lands me in her office for a visit. This last visit was unique as I found some common ground with Tisha, the Office… Read more »
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment Videos
Plantar fasciitis is a common medical condition that causes heel pain and foot discomfort. Your plantar fascia is a flat band of tissue that is responsible for connecting your heel bone to your toes. When this area becomes strained, the fascia weakens and begins to swell. Most people notice this type of heel pain immediately… Read more »
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How to Treat a Concussion – Medical Steps
What Medical Steps Are Taken When You Get A Sports Related Concussion? Preseason preparation: In the preseason, all athletes will have a Baseline Impact Test completed. A Baseline Impact Test is a neurological and cognitive test that is given to all the athletes to have a baseline number on what their normal cognitive abilities are based on memory and… Read more »
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