Foot and ankle pain can severely affect day-to-day life. Whether it’s something as minor as a stubbed toe or a persistent condition like plantar fasciitis, nobody wants to suffer from foot or ankle pain. Pain in these lower extremities can differ based on where the pain is being experienced. Types of Foot and Ankle Pain […]
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Although winter is a cold season, it’s not all dull as it comes with many seasonal family fun and awesome snow activities, such as skiing and snowboarding. However, the joy can be cut short by winter injuries from these activities without warning. In fact, in the US, it is estimated that an average of 200,000 […]
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Sports injuries are common in children and adults. There are hundreds of different types of injuries that are caused by sports. Some body parts are more susceptible to injury than others and the top three injuries make up most of all sports-related injuries. Let’s talk about the 10 most common sports injuries in the United […]
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Anyone who has jammed a finger or sprained a wrist playing sports knows how painful—and disruptive—these injuries can be. That’s because we constantly use our wrists, fingers and thumbs in some capacity throughout our waking hours. Hand and wrist pain can affect anyone—not just athletes. Overuse and underlying conditions can all cause pain. Common Causes […]
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Do you suffer with elbow and shoulder pain? Does the pain normally happen at night? You’ll be relieved to know that you are not alone. Many people suffer from elbow and shoulder pain due to wear and tear over time, or injury like a tear in your tendons or a strain. But, did you know […]
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Chronic hip pain is a condition that impairs daily activities while affecting the patient’s quality of life. It results in mild or severe physical discomfort around the hip area. The prevalence of hip pain increases with age. It typically occurs due to an injury or a pre-existing condition like arthritis. Symptoms of chronic hip pain […]
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AOA on Instagram! We are super excited to announce that AOA is now on Instagram. Follow us at aoa_ortho Stay connected with AOA any time by following any of our social media accounts. www.instagram.com
We are pleased to have Dr. Alexander Bollinger joining our AOA team. Dr. Bollinger is finishing his fellowship in Hand Surgery at the Cleveland Clinic and will start practice in late August. Looking for a fellowship trained hand surgeon? This is your guy!
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AOA’s admin team had a great time at the Mid-West AAOE conference. Mary Wine stepped down as acting president after her 2016 term while Amanda Ermey accepted the Kansas State Representative position for 2017. Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world- Nelson Mandela
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