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  • Ask Physical Therapist Sam Olson: What Exercises Improve Balance?

    Ask Physical Therapist Sam Olson: What Exercises Improve Balance?

    Maintaining balance skills is important to stability and avoiding fall-related injuries.  Physical therapist Sam Olson describes exercises everyone can do to improve their balance. In Minnesota, good balance is a requirement to navigate slippery sidewalks during the cold winter months. Even without the challenges of ice and snow, balance is a critical component of fitness,…

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  • Research Compares Non-Surgical Treatments For Shoulder Pain

    Research Compares Non-Surgical Treatments For Shoulder Pain

    A new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine compares the effectiveness of physical therapy versus steroid injections to treat pain caused by shoulder impingement syndrome. Shoulder impingement syndrome is a common type of persistent shoulder pain caused by repeated overhead activities or bone and joint abnormalities. Repetitive arm motions—required for occupations such as…

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  • Benefits Of Cervical Disc Replacement

    Benefits Of Cervical Disc Replacement

    Two-level cervical disc replacement surgery is an advanced surgical technique offered at Summit Orthopedics. We explain the advantages of this new treatment option. Dr. Nick Wills, an orthopedic spine surgeon at Summit Orthopedics, remembers when he first heard about a new artificial disc technology that was approved to treat two levels of degenerative discs in…

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  • Select A Mattress To Support Spine Health

    Select A Mattress To Support Spine Health

    Spine issues can make it challenging to sleep soundly. We tell you how to select a mattress that will provide support for your spine, and a good night’s rest for you. The mattress market is filled with promises of restful nights and luxurious comfort. But after you purchase your mattress and get it home, reality…

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  • Choosing A Pillow For Spine Support

    Choosing A Pillow For Spine Support

    The right pillow can alleviate or prevent back and neck pain. We have tips to help you select the pillow that is just right for you. There’s nothing like the perfect pillow to ensure a sound night’s sleep. Some of us are so attached to our pillows that we travel with them. In addition to…

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  • What Is Arthroscopy?

    What Is Arthroscopy?

    We explain how this minimally invasive procedure is performed, and the diagnostic and surgical advantages it offers. The word “arthroscopy” comes from two Greek words: “arthro,” which means “joint”, and “skopein,” which means “to look.” The term encompasses the power of this surgical procedure to look within a joint. The diagnosis of a joint injury…

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  • Knee Arthroscopic Surgery: An Overview

    Knee Arthroscopic Surgery: An Overview

    If you and your surgeon determine that arthroscopic surgery is the best option for your knee issue, we tell you what to expect. Our knees are our flexible passports through life. They help us to bend and straighten, navigate stairs and uneven terrain, and carry us through our daily activities. Strong muscles are our best…

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  • Basic Anatomy Of The Spine

    Basic Anatomy Of The Spine

    Our overview of spine anatomy, and its main components, can help you understand some of the spine problems resulting from injury or aging.

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  • Summit Orthopedics: A Leader in Total Disc Replacement Surgery

    Summit Orthopedics: A Leader in Total Disc Replacement Surgery

    Total disc replacement surgery is an emerging surgical procedure to treat pain when conservative treatments fail to provide relief. We explain when this procedure is appropriate, as well as the advantages it offers. Causes of Disc Degeneration Our necks are marvels of engineering supported by our spinal column. The seven bones in our neck are…

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