Are Standing Desks Good for Your Back?
Standing desks promise many benefits, including better overall health and less back pain. Research is ongoing into what, if any, benefits a standing desk might actually have, but if...
Why Does My Back Hurt When I Take Deep Breaths?
Summit back, neck, and spine specialist Erik Ekstrom, M.D., explains some of the possible reasons for back pain that happens with deep breaths. Our bodies can certainly be mysterious...
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When would you need an EMG? [Video]
Ask the Expert | EMG Video Transcription: So people get referred for an EMG, or electrodiagnostic testing, for a number of reasons. But essentially it’s when there’s some question...
Cindy’s Story
His passion for providing excellent care was apparent at each visit and I am EXTREMELY thankful for entrusting my care to Dr. Wahlquist. I met Dr. Trevor Wahlquist at...
Jennifer’s Story
Thank you Summit and Dr. Santos for listening to me and taking me seriously when I described my pain! In 2002, after a complicated labor of my first son...
What Is Causing My Buttock Pain?
Summit Orthopedics physical medicine and rehabilitation physician Daniel Probst, M.D., discusses the possible causes of buttock pain. During his residency training in physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R), Summit physician...
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...
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 —...