Orthopedic surgeon and hip and knee replacement specialist Kevin Lindgren, M.D., discusses the trend toward outpatient joint replacement and what patients can expect. When you think about joint replacement,...
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Summit Orthopedics sheds some light on why some people’s joints seem to predict weather changes. We get a lot of weather in Minnesota, with all four seasons represented and...
These arthritis-safe exercise guidelines will help you confidently maintain an exercise program that won’t cause further damage to your joints. As we age, it is more likely than not...
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Summit Orthopedics is proud that Minnesota Health Care News invited Summit surgeon Dane Hansen to provide its readers with an overview of total joint replacement surgery. Healthy joints enable...
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The demand for total knee and total hip joint replacements is on the rise. Summit orthopedic surgeon Dr. Dane Hansen explains the causes of joint injury and how these...
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Pain in your kneecap, heel, elbow, or other joints could signal tendon damage. Dr. Scofield describes the symptoms of tendinopathy and explains when ongoing joint pain should be medically...
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Your feet carry you through your day, but did you know that they can also provide information about your overall health? We identify foot symptoms that can signal a...
You know that a healthy weight provides a host of health benefits, but you may not know that losing weight can help resolve or prevent back pain. Back pain...
Cold temperatures can aggravate arthritic joints and tempt you to ride out winter in sedentary hibernation. Don’t do it! We explain why it is important to stay active, with...
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There are more than 100 types of arthritis, and they affect approximately 46 million adults in our country. We explain how effective treatment begins with a proper diagnosis. Most...