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  • What Is Flatfoot?

    What Is Flatfoot?

    Summit foot and ankle orthopedic surgeon Samuel Russ, M.D., discusses the definition, causes, and treatment for flatfoot. Although you may know the term “flatfoot,” chances are you don’t know exactly …

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  • The Right Diet Can Help Manage Osteoarthritis

    The Right Diet Can Help Manage Osteoarthritis

    There are 27 million Americans with osteoarthritis, a joint disease caused by wear and tear associated with aging, injury, or obesity. We explain how you can use your diet …

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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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  • Shoulder Warm-Up Tips

    Shoulder Warm-Up Tips

    Summit physical therapist and shoulder expert Amanda Thielen, PT, MSPT, discusses the best ways to warm up your shoulder before exercise or activity. What’s the best way to warm up …

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  • Pregnancy and Foot Pain: What You Need to Know

    Pregnancy and Foot Pain: What You Need to Know

    Summit foot and ankle expert Tracy Rupke, M.D., explains the connection between pregnancy and foot pain — and why it’s important not to wait to get treatment. A woman’s body …

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  • Why Exercise Is So Important for Bone Health

    Why Exercise Is So Important for Bone Health

    Did you know that just like everything else in your body, your bones are made up of living cells and are always changing? When you reach young adulthood, your …

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  • What Factors Make Arthritis Worse?

    What Factors Make Arthritis Worse?

    The pain, inflammation, and swelling of osteoarthritis can make daily activities a struggle. If you’re an arthritis sufferer, you probably know a lot about arthritis treatments. But why do …

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  • What Is Dupuytren’s Contracture? Can It Be Treated?

    What Is Dupuytren’s Contracture? Can It Be Treated?

    If the fingers of your hand begin to curl and you find that you can’t straighten them, you may have Dupuytren’s contracture. Although there is no cure for this condition, there are a number of treatments to slow the progression of the disease. We explain the causes and symptoms of this condition.

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  • What Happens in a Physical Therapy Appointment?

    What Happens in a Physical Therapy Appointment?

    Physical therapy manager Nate Riess explains what happens in a physical therapy appointment and provides tips to help you select your therapist.

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