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Some Superheroes Wear Scrubs: Celebrating Our Orthopaedic Surgeons in Honor of National Doctors’ Day Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Flash, Thor… When we think of caped crusaders that graced Saturday morning cartoons, a multitude of famous superheroes come to mind. In times of struggle or stress, just call, and they would come to save the…
Spectrum Orthopaedics is highly regarded as one of Northeast Ohio’s largest and most experienced orthopaedic centers. While this distinction sets us apart, above all we take great pride in being able to successfully serve a community we care about. Looking back on 2020, it’s easy to pinpoint the challenges we faced, but we’re thrilled to…
Over 325 outpatient procedures are completed each month at the Spectrum Orthopaedics surgical center by Ohio Specialty Surgical Suites (OS3). That’s an average of 80 procedures per week! Our surgical center was completed and open for business in 2013, and our first surgery in the facility was in 2014. Since then we have performed 20,000…
Are you finding yourself doubled over because of pain? Does it keep you from walking upstairs, grocery shopping, or even sleeping? If you said yes to either of those questions, it may be time for you to consider orthopaedic surgery. Though joint discomfort is common among older adults, it doesn’t have to be your new…
We lift weights to build strong muscles. We eat fiber-rich foods for good digestive health. We try to get enough sleep to help the body rejuvenate. But what are you doing to maintain optimal joint health? If you hesitate to answer, you are not alone. We tend to neglect joint health as we focus on…
Who doesn’t dream of the perfect bed? Down comforter, 800-count Egyptian cotton sheets… And the softest, fluffiest pillow possible. The bed itself might look like it’s right out of the pages of a magazine, but that fluffy pillow may be the reason for your neck pain. When it comes to bed pillows, the truth is…
If your primary care physician has recommended that you meet with an orthopedic surgeon for any acute or chronic injuries or conditions you may have, it can be helpful to know what to expect during the initial consultation. You and the surgeon will be discussing the specific condition, the course of treatment, and the projected…
When a spinal condition is discovered or suspected, a primary care physician (PCP) will usually refer the patient to either an orthopedic spine surgeon or a neurosurgeon for further diagnosis and treatment. If your doctor has suggested that you should actually undergo spinal surgery, you may be wondering which of those two surgeons is the…
Of all the medical breakthroughs of the past 100 years or so, the invention of the X-ray in 1895 was surely one of the most significant. Not only did it allow physicians to see inside the human body, but it launched a new era in the diagnosis and management of orthopedic conditions including bone fractures…
Summer is the perfect time to be with family and friends, enjoy the great weather, and do outdoor activities. But it’s also a good time to evaluate your lifestyle and what steps you can take to be healthier. Let’s start by looking at your calcium intake. Calcium is crucial for our muscle and bone health,…
