• Meet our Newest Round of Residents!

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    We’ve got a full office this month! Meet our newest round of residents from left to right…

    Resident Kate Dutton is studying Pre-Med at Centre College and enjoys playing sports and coloring in her free time.

    Hazar Hassunen hails from the Indiana University School of Medicine. Hazar has two fur children (cats named Aria & Toby) and loves exploring new restaurants in Louisville as well as baking and reading.

    Mitchell Kutner is from St. George’s University, newly married, and currently on adult softball, kickball and tennis leagues!

    It sure is a blast getting to work with these three and we are excited for the future of medicine!

    Patient of the Month Emily Freeman

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    This month’s patient of the month is Emily Freeman! Emily has been an elementary librarian for 17 years, and enjoys baking, knitting as well as the occasional craft. She is known around our office for always bringing in the most delicious baked goods!

    Dr. Grossfeld has been treating Emily since she was 19 after a car accident gave her kneecap arthritis at an early age. As a result of the accident, Emily has undergone 16 surgeries (the last one being in 2016). Though initially her right knee was the only one directly affected by the car wreck, after years of compensation and overuse she essentially has no cartilage in either knee.

    Buying Her Time

    While Emily is not a runner or athletic person, she does enjoy themed 5ks and casual cycling (last year, Emily recently participated in a pumpkin 5K).

    “I try to stay somewhat active as having strong muscles helps take the pressure off of my joints and allows me to buy what time I can. I have also learned that good quality, professionally fitted tennis shoes are key to remaining active. Don’t try to save a buck and buy cheap shoes, or stretch them beyond their wear.”

    For Emily, a knee replacement is a last resort and PRP injections have allowed her to hold off on replacing both knees. While it takes a few weeks to fully take effect, Emily managed to get 1 year of relief out of her first injection. Not knowing what to expect, she has viewed this as a success considering they usually offer only 6 to 9 months of relief.

    A Realistic Outlook

    As a librarian she is on her knees a lot, visiting classrooms etc. and has learned her limits as well as to pay attention to her body’s warning signs. “Stairs are not my friend,” says Emily. “Before PRP injections, no matter what I was doing, I was stopping and thinking about it. I would make it through the school day and then spend the evening with my legs propped up. Now I don’t think about it with every step and I build in rest time during more demanding time periods like the beginning of the school year.”

    Emily also takes an anti inflammatory, and is considering stem cell therapy in the future. She will likely revisit more surgeries as well to clean out any damage from the bone on bone impact.

    As for Dr. Grossfled’s outlook? “Emily Freeman is a wonderful person and I’ve watched her grow up. Her dedication to keeping her fitness level up and her health has allowed her to stay away from knee replacement surgery.”

     

     

    Dr. Grossfeld Celebrates Louisville, Kentucky’s Third F45 Studio with the Grand Opening of F45 Crestwood

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    About F45 Louisville

    The F45 Training franchise in Louisville, Kentucky is excited to announce the grand opening of a third F45 training facility located in Crestwood, Kentucky. The newest location officially opened on Saturday, July 20th, and was commemorated with a grand opening celebration at the training facility located at 5998 Pleasant Colony Court Crestwood, Kentucky 40014. The event kicked off with two back-to-back Hollywood workout classes at 8:15 a.m. and 9:30 a.m., followed by a ribbon-cutting with the Mayor of Crestwood, Jim Kramer, at 10:45 a.m. The celebration included raffles and free giveaways from Local sponsors: HealthQuest Nutrition, ProRehab Physical Therapy, Perfectly Prepped, and Athleta.

    F45 Training is the latest fitness trend to hit the Louisville area and uses a functional Bootcamp-style approach to fitness that helps members burn fat and build lean muscle. In order to bring F45 Training to Louisville, orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Stacie Grossfeld, teamed up with personal trainers Melissa Goodlett and Kim Postema to open all three locations. The first location to open was F45 Middletown which launched in April followed by F45 St. Matthews which celebrated its grand opening on July 13th. After the grand opening celebration at F45 Crestwood this Saturday, people living in Louisville now have three convenient locations available to experience the F45 Training fitness approach.

    The History of F45

    F45 originated in Australia in 2011 and has since taken the world by storm including the likes of celebrities such as Mark Wahlberg and Nicole Ritchie. The functional approach that combines high-intensity interval training, cardiovascular work, and circuit training is proven to be one of the most effective approaches to shedding body fat and building lean, strong muscle. All three F45 locations in Louisville, Kentucky follow this approach and incorporate over 3,000 exercises into a wide variety of workout routines. The global reach of F45 is staggering due to the setup of the workout routines. Every F45 training location around the world, including the three in Louisville, Kentucky, are all on the same weekly schedule. As each member participates in a Monday workout at F45 Crestwood, the same workout is being led at F45 Middletown, F45 St. Matthews, and every F45 training facility around the world.

    The global, team building ideology is one reason that the F45 movement is such a large success. Another reason is the results that members who join F45 training see after attending workout sessions. Not only do the cardio classes guarantee to burn anywhere from 800 – 1,000 calories per session. In addition, the resistance-based classes focused on building muscles also deliver results quickly and efficiently. And now those living in Louisville, Kentucky who are interested in giving F45 training a try are able to do so at any of three different locations.

    Each F45 training facility is outfitted with everything a member needs to get a full-body workout in 45 minutes to an hour depending on what class they attend.

    Each facility in Louisville, Kentucky includes:

    • A gym facility where members can store their belongings in cubbies during their workouts. Each facility is also equipped with showers, so members can get their F45 workout in and wash off the sweat before they head to their jobs. Additionally, each facility also has a parking lot, so members never have to worry about finding a spot to park their car before coming in for their workout.
    • Workout stations that incorporate a variety of workout equipment including stationary bikes, rowing machines, pull-up bars, steps, boxes, ropes, mats, and sandbags.
    • A team of highly trained certified fitness trainers who are available to lead the workout classes, motivate gym members to give each workout their all and help members with correct form and function through each workout session.
    • Various workouts that are sure to use every part of your body during a 45-minute session. From the cardio-focused Foxtrot that takes members back to military bootcamp basics to the resistance-based Pegasus that is guaranteed to work the musculature you’ve already built and help build more, there is a workout for anyone interested in growing their fitness routine.
    • The opportunity to join the 8-Week Challenge where members are challenged with workout routines and given access to meal planning, nutritional advice, and an online community where they can track their progress and monitor others on the same journey.

    Meet the Team Behind F45 Crestwood

    Dr. Stacie Grossfeld, an orthopedic surgeon in Louisville, Kentucky, who is also an avid tennis player and involved in a variety of fitness-related community causes saw the opportunity to bring F45 Training to Louisville and jumped. She partnered with personal trainers Melissa Goodlett and Kim Postema. Both have dedicated their lives to fitness and find immense joy in helping others achieve peak physical health.

    Together, the three female entrepreneurs, along with Larry Benz, founder, and CEO of Confluence Health, and John Miller, a regional sales manager for Colgate, professional photographer, and self-proclaimed “fitness fanatic,” have successfully launched three F45 training facility locations in Louisville since April of this year and are excited to see how the city embraces the franchise. So far, F45 has been a huge success and the third Crestwood location that opened on Saturday only guarantees more accessibility for those living in the northeastern part of the city including Oldham County.

    F45 Crestwood is the final F45 training facility planned for Louisville, Kentucky at this time, and is now open and accepting new memberships. For those interested in giving the functional training approach to fitness a try, a 1-week free trial is available at F45 Crestwood to celebrate their opening. If you missed the grand opening and are interested in learning more about F45 Crestwood, visit their website or schedule your first class and try F45 training for yourself.

    About F45 Training in Louisville, Kentucky

    International fitness chain, F45, originates in Australia and offers a wide variety of full-body workouts through a weekly schedule. Each workout is 45 minutes to an hour-long depending on the class and uses a combination of HIIT, cardiovascular training, and functional training to burn fat and build muscle. For anyone who feels like they aren’t getting what they want out of a box gym setting or are in a rut with their day-to-day workout routine, F45 is the perfect option. And now there are three F45 training facility locations in Louisville, Kentucky.

    The first F45 location that opened in April of 2019 is located in Middletown. The second location that opened in early July is in St. Matthews (in the same shopping center as Trader Joe’s.) The newest location, F45 Crestwood, is located at 5998 Pleasant Colony Court, Louisville, Kentucky 40014 and is currently accepting new members. Each of the F45 locations in Louisville has its own Facebook page where members can stay up-to-date.

     

    Medical Student Comes Full Circle!

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    Savannah was a student athlete when I started taking care of her in middle school. She ended up have several knee surgeries for an unstable patellae. Now she is a medical student! It was just pure fun having her shadow me in the office and in surgery. The great news is there are some super, crazy intelligent students out there learning the field of medicine that will be able to take care of us all in the future. 😷❤️😷

    Dr. Grossfeld Celebrates the Grand Opening of F45 Training in St. Matthews

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    F45 Training, a functional boot-camp style training approach to fitness that originated in Australia, recently arrived in Louisville, Kentucky. Louisville orthopedic surgeon Dr. Stacie Grossfeld teamed up with personal trainers Melissa Goodlett and Kim Postema to open three F45 studios. With the F45 Middletown location opening in April, the female entrepreneurs are excited to announce the grand opening of a second F45 location in the St. Matthews neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky!

    F45 St. Matthews will be opening on Saturday, July 13th at 4600 Shelbyville Road in the same plaza as Trader Joe’s, Feeder’s Supply, and Nordstrom Rack (right by Murphy’s Camera and the Vitamin Shoppe.) The grand opening celebration will start with two classes at 8:15 a.m. and 9:30 a.m. followed by a ribbon cutting at 10:45 a.m. with Richard Tonini, the Mayor of St. Matthews. Vendors including Zija, Perfectly Prepped, Fusion Wellness, Profile Sanford, Live Well Natural Health, and Pro Rehab will be at the grand opening along with a live DJ. Attendees will have a chance to enter giveaways and participate in a membership raffle during the celebration.

    The History of F45

    F45 started in Sydney, Australia in 2011. The founders of this high-intensity interval training (HIIT) program developed the unique approach that F45 utilizes as an answer for those who are interested in living a healthy lifestyle but find themselves in a rut within the normal, box gym setting. Since its start, F45 has become extremely popular around the world with thousands of locations opening across the globe. Now, high-profile celebrities like Mark Wahlberg are investing in F45 after having realized for themselves that the F45 Training approach is steeped in health benefits.

    What Sets F45 Apart

    F45 Training focuses on a succession-style exercise routine that combines functional training, circuit training, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT). With thousands of variations, members of F45 training facilities are able to participate in various workout classes throughout the week without repeating classes. Each of the classes uses three training styles to help members with cardiovascular endurance while burning body fat and building strong, lean muscle.

    The F45 training facility opening in the St. Matthews neighborhood of Louisville, Kentucky on July 13th will be the second state-of-the-art F45 location in Louisville following the Middletown location. It features:

    • Workout stations that use workout equipment including balance trainers, stationary bikes, rowing machines, barbells, ropes, mats, and sandbags.
    • A highly trained team of certified fitness trainers who are there to lead workout classes and motivate gym members to push themselves harder throughout the workouts.
    • A variety of different workouts that range from the cardio-based Athletica that burns over 800 calories per session to the resistance-based Pegasus workout that focuses on building muscle mass are available through the online scheduling platform.
    • The F45 Training 8 Week Challenge that uses a combination of rigorous workout routines, nutritional counseling, and an online support community to help members succeed in transforming their bodies over an eight-week period.

    The Women Behind F45

    Dr. Stacie Grossfeld, a double board-certified sports medicine physician and orthopedic surgeon in Louisville, Kentucky, and one of several business partners bringing the F45 experience to the region is excited to open this St. Matthews location. Dr. Grossfeld is a fitness fanatic who skis, cycles, and plays competitive USTA tennis. As a doctor, she sees patients who suffer from sports injuries and is always encouraging patients to lead healthy and active lifestyles no matter their age. For this reason, she saw the opportunity to bring F45 Training to Louisville, Kentucky as a natural expansion on her day-to-day work as a physician.

    Dr. Grossfeld partnered with Certified Fitness Trainers Melissa Goodlett and Kim Postema to make the dream of an F45 franchise coming to Louisville a reality. Both Melissa and Kim have dedicated their lives to living healthy lifestyles that incorporate fitness routines and they love working with, and inspiring, other people who have decided to take a step towards living a healthier lifestyle. For the two Certified Fitness Trainers, it was a no-brainer to join forces with Dr. Grossfeld and invest in the F45 franchise.

    Bringing F45 to Louisville

    The F45 franchise in Louisville would not have been possible without the help of Larry Benz, founder, and CEO of Confluence Health, and John Miller, a regional sales manager for Colgate, professional photographer, and self-proclaimed “fitness fanatic”.

    Dr. Grossfeld has said herself that her and the team “are so excited to bring this amazing scientifically-based fitness studio to St. Matthews” and that she is looking forward to seeing how the people of the neighborhood embrace “this unique approach to fitness.” Anyone who lives in St. Matthews, or surrounding areas, and is interested in checking out the F45 St. Matthew experience for themselves can take advantage of a 1-week free trial.

    F45 St. Matthews is the second of three F45 Training facilities that this trio will be opening in Louisville, Kentucky. The first F45 opened its doors on April 20th and is located in Middletown at 12905 Shelbyville Road. The third location to open is located in Crestwood, Kentucky and is slated to open later in July. Come down to the grand opening of F45 St. Matthews on July 13th to learn even more about the F45 Training facility, the team of Certified Fitness Trainers that lead the workouts, and see the studio.

    The F45 Experience

    F45 is an international fitness chain that offers a wide variety of structured workouts each which last 45 minutes to an hour and give participants a full body workout every time. F45 Training is the perfect option for those who are wanting to get into shape but aren’t getting what they want from a big box gym or find themselves in a rut. There are three F45 locations slated to be open by the end of July in Louisville, Kentucky.

    The first F45 location, in Middletown, opened on April 20th and is currently accepting new members. The second F45 location, in St. Matthews, will be having a grand opening celebration on July 13th. The third F45 location is slated to open in Crestwood before the end of the month. Each F45 location has its own Facebook page where the community can stay up-to-date.

     

    Resident of the Month Alex Carrasquer

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    Meet our Resident of the Month Alex Carrasquer!

    Alex is a saint X graduate where he was an avid tennis player. After having done oncology research at the Brown Cancer Center at U of L for 10 years, Alex wants to pursue a fellowship in sports medicine so he can branch out into physical medicine and rehabilitation for oncology patients. That is his interest.

    While this may seem like an interesting combination, it is very much needed. Once a cancer patient is cancer free, it can important for them emotionally and physically to get back into fitness. For example, some cancer patients have chronic pain as a result of radiation treatments or surgery. It is Alex’s goal to be able to guide these patients to a road full of recovery.

    Currently, Alex is doing his residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation. There is a lot of crossover with orthopedics except that it is non-operative. Alex will also work with stroke victims and other patients who have suffered from severe injuries that require physical rehab under the guidance of a physician.

    As a father of 2, Alex Carrasquer enjoys spending time with family and friends, sports and music.

    Patient of the Month Jack Trick

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    Jack Trick is 90 years old and has been playing tennis since he was 50!

    Being active is important for Trick who plays tennis and bridge three times a week. Recently, he has been experiencing a lack of energy and thought it might be a hip problem as hee has had a knee replacement and knee injections.

    After talking with a tennis friend, who recommended Dr. Stacie Grossfeld, Jack made an appointment with the Orthopaedic Specialists. As it turns out, his hips are both doing fine! Dr. Grossfeld suggested doing some cardio exercise and Jack has started to ride a stationary bike for 15 minutes a day, gradually increasing the time. 

    Hopefully this does the “trick”!

     

    Patient of the Month Jenci Hawthorne

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    Jenci Hawthorne is a second-year medical student at the University of Louisville. 

    “I chose to go into medicine because I want to be there to help people who are tackling difficult things because of their health.”

    Recently she has had to tackle a problem with her own knee. As a swimmer, she frequently experienced her knee popping out. One day after a test at school, it wouldn’t pop back in. After attending physical therapy for a month with Julie Snowden and having difficulty walking, she was referred to Dr. Stacie Grossfeld.

    A latereal meniscal repair was recommended. While she was nervous to have the surgery, she felt confident in the hands of a female surgeon and mentor. Her advice to others who are put in this situation is to ask as many questions as possible to better prepare you for what is going to happen. “I will never take my legs for granted again, they impact so much of your life.”

    30% of patients with meniscal tears re-tear it during recovery. In order to avoid this fate, Jenci will have to be gentle and cautious when partaking in any pivoting activity. She has recently had her brace removed and will spend the next 6 months to a year further recovering her knee. Luckily her recovery process aligned well with her plans to spend the summer studying for boards.

    Currently, Jenci is awaiting her board scores and preparing for her 3rd year orientation. The next year ahead holds many opportunities as Jenci looks forward to exploring the more hands on fields of internal medicine and surgery. All of us at the Orthopeadic Specialists wish her the best of luck!

     

    How A Tick Bite Can Lead to Lyme Disease & Arthritis

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    lyme arthritis

    Tick season is upon us. Known to thrive in the warmer climate, ticks can be a danger to us as well as our pets. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “State and local health departments have reported a record number of cases of tick borne disease.”

    Lyme disease (a bacterial infection commonly transmitted by deer ticks) is one of the most common tick borne illnesses. If a tick is infected with the bacterium known as “Borrelia burgdorferi” and attaches to the skin undetected for a long period of time, Lyme disease can be transmitted through one’s bloodstream.

    This bacterium invades the joints and causes inflammation, wearing down the cartilage of the joints. As a result, Lyme disease arthritis can develop months or even years after exposure. Arthritis.org states that, “If left untreated, over half of the people will develop sporadic bouts of arthritis, particularly in the knees.”

    If detected early enough, Lyme disease can be treated effectively with antibiotics. However, Lyme disease is often misdiagnosed because it’s symptoms are commonly confused with fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis, among others. 

    The Signs & Symptoms

    Those with Lyme disease usually experience flu like symptoms including:

    • Fever
    • Chills and or sweats
    • Muscle aches
    • Nausea
    • Headaches
    • Swollen lymph nodes
    • Fatigue

    Most affected by Lyme disease also develop a rash in the shape of a bulls eye. More serious symptoms such as joint pain, bell’s palsy and neck stiffness can also develop.

    Tick Prevention

    According to NIG Medicine Plus Magazine, “A tick needs to remain attached for 36 hours before Lyme disease can be transmitted.” Therefore, avoiding tick exposure, and detecting one early on if exposed, is key in preventing Lyme disease from developing.  

    Small in size, ticks can easily go unnoticed. They are most prevalent in densely wooded areas, amidst high grasses, shrubs and bushes. When hiking or walking, try to keep to the center of the trail to avoid coming in contact with one. Chemical repellents and year long preventative treatment for pets are also helpful.

    For further protection, dress in clothing that covers your arms and legs, tucking loose ends in to prevent any openings. Wearing light colors can help to improve a tick’s visibility.

    When done spending time outdoors, be sure to check all areas of the skin including your scalp. Following a shower, wash clothes in high heat to kill any ticks that may be remaining.

    Removing a Tick

    If you do find a tick, it is critical that it is removed properly and quickly. Use tweezers to grab the whole tick, being careful to pull it out directly without twisting as the head could remain in the skin. Afterwards, clean the area with soap, water and rubbing alcohol. You can get rid of the tick by flushing it down the toilet or sealing it in a bag.

    For more questions about Lyme disease as well as the treatment for Lyme arthritis or joint pain, contact Dr. Stacie Grossfeld and the Orthopaedic Specialists of Louisville, Kentucky at 502-212-2663.