Meet Mark LaBelle, M.D.
For Summit sports medicine surgeon Mark LaBelle, M.D., listening is the cornerstone of his practice philosophy. For Summit sports medicine surgeon Mark LaBelle, M.D., orthopedics is a specialty that...
How-To Wrap An Injured Finger [Video]
“How-to” Video Series How-to buddy tape an injured finger A jammed finger is a very common injury that cause can cause swelling and pain, and the finger can become...
Introducing David Rippe, M.D. [Video]
Meet the Expert: Doctor Bio Video Series Introducing David Rippe, M.D., a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician who specializes in electrodiagnostic medicine at Summit Orthopedics in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. Summit Orthopedics supports...
What Should I Expect at My EMG Appointment?
Summit Orthopedics electrodiagnostic medicine specialist David Rippe, M.D., tells you what to expect when you have an appointment for an EMG. If you’re experiencing troublesome symptoms like numbness, tingling,...
Meet Dr. David Rippe
David Rippe, M.D., is a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician who specializes in electrodiagnostic medicine. Summit Orthopedics is delighted to welcome David Rippe, M.D., to the team. Dr. Rippe...
What Is an EMG?
Summit Orthopedics electrodiagnostic medicine specialist David Rippe, M.D., explains the basics of EMGs. What is an EMG? An EMG, which is short for electromyography, is a muscle and nerve...
How Can I Improve My Balance?
Summit Orthopedics physical therapist Kyle Hall, DPT, physical therapy site lead for Summit’s Vadnais Heights location, shares some easy ways to improve your balance. Although it is often overlooked,...
Frequently Asked Questions About Back Pain
We asked Summit Orthopedics physical therapist Amanda Feeney, DPT, OCS, to share what questions her patients ask most often about back pain — and how she answers them. Amanda...
Smart Standing Tips to Avoid Back Pain
Summit Orthopedics physical therapist Amanda Feeney, DPT, OCS, shares some tips for avoiding back pain if you stand all day. We all know that sitting down all day —...
Triathlon Training: How to Get Started
Summit sports medicine physician — and Ironman triathlete — Kirk Scofield, M.D., shares what you need to know to get started competing in triathlons. Triathlons combine three excellent, yet...