Ortho - Hip, Orthopedics

Hip replacement recovery and what to expect from surgery

If you’re thinking about getting hip replacement surgery, you are probably in pain. Maybe it’s difficult to walk up stairs and get up from a chair.  But how painful is…

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Arm and Hand, Orthopedics

High school wrestler back on the mat after successful Tommy John surgery

On the back side of Scottsburg High School’s campus in Southern Indiana, behind the football field, sits a small, purple brick building. There’s no air conditioning, and the sound system…

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Brand Feature, Ortho - Shoulder, Orthopedics

Indiana sheriff back on the job after shoulder surgery

Ken Haas, a corrections officer and SWAT team lead with the Floyd County Sheriff’s Office in Southern Indiana, was training police recruits in 2020 when a demonstration resulted in a…

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Orthopedics

Do I need a referral for an orthopedic doctor?

If your knee pain is making life difficult or if getting out of bed gets a little more painful every day, you might need to see an orthopedist. Do you…

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Ortho - Hip, Orthopedics, Patient stories - Norton Healthcare, Sports - Hip

At 66, Liz wasn’t going to let a worn-out hip set her back

Liz, 66, was hiking in Arizona in February when she thought she pulled a muscle on her left hip. Hot baths and physical therapy didn’t help. By the time she…

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Arm and Hand, Orthopedics

Can carpal tunnel syndrome go away without surgery?

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful, sometimes debilitating condition that can make everyday activities unbearable. The good news is that carpal tunnel pain can be treated without surgery, as long…

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Orthopedics, Osteoporosis

What is osteoporosis? How can I tell if I have osteoporosis and what can I do to prevent osteoporosis?

When was the last time you thought about your bone health or wondered, “Do I have osteoporosis?” Most of us need strong bones to keep up with our everyday activities,…

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Ortho - Knee, Orthopedics

Computer-guided knee replacement surgery isn’t science fiction, it’s fact

Advances in computer-guided and robotic-assisted joint replacement procedures have greatly improved the precision of the surgeon’s work, speeding recovery and reducing time in the hospital. An innovative tool at Norton…

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Orthopedics

How to choose an orthopedic surgeon

Living with chronic joint pain can keep you from enjoying life to the fullest. Many people are afraid to see an orthopedic specialist, because they fear surgery or aren’t sure…

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News, Orthopedics, Spine

Norton Healthcare named national Orthopaedic Center of Excellence

Norton Healthcare has received certification as an Orthopaedic Center of Excellence, one of only 12 hospital systems in the country to receive the designation. Norton Healthcare’s Norton Orthopedic Institute and…

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Orthopedics, Sports Health

How long to ice an injury

How long to ice an injury depends on when you were injured and the severity of the injury. If swelling and inflammation last more than 48 hours, you may have…

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Orthopedics

What to expect: Your health at 50

Everyone ages differently, but in your 50s, you may start to notice changes in your body. The good news is, there are effective ways to slow the progress of many…

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