St Charles Ortho

We put together a team that combines the best and brightest of orthopedic subspecialty medicine and state-of-the-art rehabilitation.

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"Car accidents can be very scary and may lead to serious or not so serious injuries," says Dr. Harary. "If you have a musculoskeletal injury of any kind, you should see a specialist for treatment." https://t.co/CRcxmtqoui

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To treat frozen shoulder, physicians typically prescribe non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory medication as well as steroidal injections administered directly to the joint. If conservative approaches do not work, surgery may be considered. Learn more at https://t.co/d9DdtxUTjQ

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Do you know how to treat trigger finger? Some suggest hand massages, while others suggest injections. Learn more about this condition and how to treat it: https://t.co/3Kt0UBlpKg

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"While heavy #backpacks can cause pain or injury for school aged children when not worn or packed properly, they do not cause #scoliosis," notes Dr. Wagner – our Board Certified Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon. https://t.co/12i3fbxrUe

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Each role on a team functions differently; by tailoring their exercise routine to the particular position, athletes can maximize not only their muscles, but their game. Read more about specific exercises: https://t.co/IMU6Vvo7Cy

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Did you know? Females take longer to heal from concussions than males. As these differences generally start to come about during puberty, it is likely that hormones have something to do with it. Read more about females and concussions here: https://t.co/BO3vAnJ9NT

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Distracted walking. Yes, it’s a thing. It’s the state of being distracted by a cellular device while walking to a destination, and it's dangerous. Learn More: https://t.co/WQSYZeamrh

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Find out what to expect from your orthopedic doctor during a hip pain consultation: https://t.co/8SnVr2axvC

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Spotlight on Dr. DeGiorgio
Dr. DeGiorgio is the Director of Regenerative Medicine and is an Assistant Clinical Professor within the Stony Brook University School of Medicine.
For more info or to make an appointment call 631.689.6698 or visit https://t.co/Z4QGsl859H

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There are three stages of frozen shoulder. The first is known as "freezing." The second stage is known as "frozen."The third stage is "thawing."To learn more about this condition, visit: https://t.co/XDe8ztT45f

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Trigger finger is a painful condition many people suffer from. Symptoms can include stiffness of the finger, a popping or clicking when it is moved and tenderness and pain in the knuckle. Find out more: https://t.co/xR3WPGXY66

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Avoid #backpack related injuries! Learn how to protect your children here: https://t.co/Ouejh95T9E

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It's not enough to base your workout strategy off your sport; it should be based off your position too. Learn more: https://t.co/8PZvvYqU5I

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While males might be more likely to hide symptoms, females have also been found to display more visible signs of concussions, such as vision or balance problems. https://t.co/4t3F2RzML1

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Arthritis is diagnosed after an evaluation of the patient’s symptoms, a physical exam and diagnostic imaging tests. Some symptoms that are looked for are stiffness, pain and swelling in the affected area or areas. To find out how to treat it, visit:https://t.co/Gn5YKDOZ4Z

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Carpal Tunnel is a condition in which the nerves in your wrist start to compress. This causes numbness, tingling, weakness, and pain in the wrist. There are surgical and non-surgical treatment options. Find out more about these treatments at https://t.co/4AUpqWgkIt

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Since the neck is less protected, as compared to the rest of the spine, it is often vulnerable to injury. To find out more about the condition and how to treat it, visit: https://t.co/XacLaSVTSk

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Check out these tips for avoiding injuries due to distracted walking: https://t.co/0msclagIWQ

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What causes hip pain? How do doctors replace an injured hip bone and what to expect when recovering? Find out here: https://t.co/LfsKm446LS

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Spotlight on Dr. Chen:
Dr. Morgan Chen is a board certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in the surgical treatment of the spine, serving as Chief of Orthopedic Spine Surgery.
For more information or to make an appointment, call 631.689.4165 or visit https://t.co/izq3zuL0OJ