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  • Sprain vs. Fracture: Foot and Ankle [Video]

    Sprain vs. Fracture: Foot and Ankle [Video]

    Ask the Expert: Foot and Ankle Video Series About the video: What is the difference between sprains and fractures in the foot? Listen to our foot and ankle experts Michael Anderson, D.O., Michael Castro, D.O., and Tracy Rupke, M.D. discuss two of the most common injuries to the foot. Meet the Dr. Michael Anderson Dr.…

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  • Achilles Tendon Tear [Video]

    Achilles Tendon Tear [Video]

    Ask the Expert: Foot and Ankle Video Series About the video: What is an Achilles tendon tear and what are my treatment options? Achilles tendon tears generally affect patients between the ages of 30 and 60, oftentimes during athletic activities. Summit Orthopedics’ experts Michael Anderson, D.O. Tracy Rupke, M.D., and Michael Castro, D.O. discuss this…

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  • What is hip arthroscopy? [Video]

    What is hip arthroscopy? [Video]

    Ask the Expert: Hip Video Series About the video: What is hip arthroscopy? Listen to our experts Brent Warner, M.D. and Jack Skendzel, M.D. discuss hip arthroscopy, a minimally invasive surgery offered at Summit Orthopedics. Meet Dr. Brent Warner Dr. Warner’s approach: “As an athlete, I understand the profound impact that an injury can have on…

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  • Ask Dr. Pepin: What Is Meniscus Cartilage?

    Ask Dr. Pepin: What Is Meniscus Cartilage?

    Dr. Scott Pepin explains what meniscus cartilage is, how it functions in the knee joint, and why this tissue is so central to knee health.

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  • Ask Dr. Anderson: What Is a Buckle Fracture?

    Ask Dr. Anderson: What Is a Buckle Fracture?

    Dr. Anderson explains what a buckle fracture is, why children are at risk for this injury, and explains the symptoms and treatment for this injury.

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  • Ask Dr. Anderson: What’s the Best Achilles Tendon Repair?

    Ask Dr. Anderson: What’s the Best Achilles Tendon Repair?

    Addressing Achilles tendon repair, Dr. Anderson discusses both surgical and nonsurgical treatments, with tips for evaluating the best option.

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  • Ten Summit Physicians Named Top Doctors in 2019

    Ten Summit Physicians Named Top Doctors in 2019

    Meet the 10 Summit physicians honored as Top Doctors this year. Every year, Mpls.St. Paul Magazine invites Minnesota physicians and registered nurses to recommend the medical experts they would trust to care for them. The providers they select are honored as Top Doctors. Summit Orthopedics is honored to have 10 physicians representing three medical areas of…

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  • Ask Dr. Spight: What Causes Spine Swelling?

    Ask Dr. Spight: What Causes Spine Swelling?

    Nonsurgical pain physician Dr. Spight explains the conditions that cause spine swelling as well as factors causing people to perceive swelling when they have lower back pain.

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  • Ask Dr. Spight: Can I Try a Waterbed for Back Pain?

    Ask Dr. Spight: Can I Try a Waterbed for Back Pain?

    Dr. Spight shares thoughts about using a waterbed for back pain, and offers additional tips to help manage back pain during sleeping and waking hours.

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