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A Common Cause of Lower Back Pain That Is Often Overlooked
- posted: Jul. 17, 2023
Up to 85% of all people have lower back pain (LBP) at some point in their life.1 LBP is second only to the common cold as a reason for a physician visit.2 Despite all the attention to LBP, a major contributor is often overlooked as a pain generator.3 According to Dr. Jeff LaPorte, “up to... The post A Common Cause of Lower Back Pain That Is Often Overlooked appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Story of gratitude and determination
- posted: May 17, 2023
Well, here is where my story begins. I started out as a patient at Missoula Bone & Joint (MBJ) 22 years ago. I had an accident that left me with a crushed right foot. I was referred to Dr. Jarrett at Missoula Bone & joint. The care I received was outstanding! I thought to myself,... The post Story of gratitude and determination appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Wrist Injuries
- posted: Mar. 24, 2023
Wrist injuries are prevalent in the winter months because of slipping on the ice and other sports involving falls. A fall on an outstretched hand (FOOSH) can result in a fracture of the scaphoid. The scaphoid bone is located on the thumb side of the wrist and spans across the 2 rows of eight carpal... The post Wrist Injuries appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Amie Schillinger, Physician Assistant, Joins Missoula Bone & Joint
- posted: Mar. 22, 2023
Amie Schillinger is a certified physician assistant specializing in sports medicine, spine evaluation, and orthopedic urgent care. She enjoys helping patients learn about their acute and/or chronic condition or injury, and provides the best treatment options for optimal healing and return to activity. She believes strongly in individualized care for each patient. Sports medicine specialists... The post Amie Schillinger, Physician Assistant, Joins Missoula Bone & Joint appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Do you have pain at the base of your thumb?
- posted: Feb. 07, 2023
Have pain at the base of your thumb? You may have osteoarthritis (OA) at the carpal metacarpal (CMC) joint. OA presents with a wearing down of cartilage between the bones, and can occur over time becoming more prominent as we age. Signs of OA at the CMC joint of the thumb can include pain that... The post Do you have pain at the base of your thumb? appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
New Hand Surgeon in Missoula Montana
- posted: Jan. 23, 2023
Dr. Nicholas Beck is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic hand surgeon, with a subspecialty certificate in orthopedic surgery of the hand. He specializes in all injuries and conditions of the upper extremity (elbow, wrist, and hand), which includes nerve entrapment such as carpal tunnel, trigger finger, upper extremity trauma reconstruction, painful arthritis, fractures, and lacerations. He... The post New Hand Surgeon in Missoula Montana appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Pain Management at Missoula Bone and Joint
- posted: Jan. 09, 2023
A pain management specialist is a physician with special medical training in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of all different types of pain. Pain is a wide spectrum of disorders including acute pain, and chronic pain, and sometimes a combination of these. Pain management helps a patient alleviate or manage their chronic pain without surgery,... The post Pain Management at Missoula Bone and Joint appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Hand Therapy at Missoula Bone & Joint
- posted: Dec. 16, 2022
We are excited to announce that our Hand Therapy Program at Missoula Bone & Joint orthopedic clinic now has two hand therapists: Kristin Biggins, OT, CHT and Theresa Brooke, OT, CHT. Hand therapy is a specialty practice in orthopedics that focuses not only on the hand but can include the entire upper extremity. The overall goal... The post Hand Therapy at Missoula Bone & Joint appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Prepare for Winter with good shoes and mittens!
- posted: Nov. 21, 2022
As winter approaches and the snow accumulates, the ground becomes more uneven and it is important to prepare for winter and ensure that our footwear is providing adequate stability. Megan Bolin, a physical therapist at Missoula Bone & Joint recommends that you wear a stable shoe or boot that has a firm heel counter, is... The post Prepare for Winter with good shoes and mittens! appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Total Joint Surgery in an Outpatient Surgery Center
- posted: Oct. 28, 2022
Missoula Bone & Joint’s outpatient surgery center was designed to provide an optimal patient experience. Patient feedback indicates that we achieved this goal. This 31,949 square foot outpatient surgery center on Mullan Road is equipped with four state of the art operating suites, 15 pre-and-post operative rooms, and 6 private patient recovery rooms. We have... The post Total Joint Surgery in an Outpatient Surgery Center appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Total Joint Surgery in an Outpatient Surgery Center
- posted: Oct. 28, 2022
Missoula Bone & Joint’s outpatient surgery center was designed to provide an optimal patient experience. Patient feedback indicates that we achieved this goal. This 31,949 square foot outpatient surgery center on Mullan Road is equipped with four state of the art operating suites, 15 pre-and-post operative rooms, and 6 private patient recovery rooms. We have... The post Total Joint Surgery in an Outpatient Surgery Center appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Total Joint Surgery in an Outpatient Surgery Center
- posted: Oct. 28, 2022
Missoula Bone & Joint’s outpatient surgery center was designed to provide an optimal patient experience. Patient feedback indicates that we achieved this goal. This 31,949 square foot outpatient surgery center on Mullan Road is equipped with four state of the art operating suites, 15 pre-and-post operative rooms, and 6 private patient recovery rooms. We have... The post Total Joint Surgery in an Outpatient Surgery Center appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Total Joint Surgery in an Outpatient Surgery Center
- posted: Oct. 28, 2022
Missoula Bone & Joint’s outpatient surgery center was designed to provide an optimal patient experience. Patient feedback indicates that we achieved this goal. This 31,949 square foot outpatient surgery center on Mullan Road is equipped with four state of the art operating suites, 15 pre-and-post operative rooms, and 6 private patient recovery rooms. We have... The post Total Joint Surgery in an Outpatient Surgery Center appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Foot and Ankle Sprains
- posted: Oct. 14, 2022
Foot and ankle sprains are very common injuries that are usually the result of the ankle turning inward. A “sprain” is a tearing or stretching of the ligaments that connect the ankle bones to the heel bone, or the back of the foot to the middle of the foot. Sprains can be painful, and can... The post Foot and Ankle Sprains appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Foot and Ankle Sprains
- posted: Oct. 14, 2022
Foot and ankle sprains are very common injuries that are usually the result of the ankle turning inward. A “sprain” is a tearing or stretching of the ligaments that connect the ankle bones to the heel bone, or the back of the foot to the middle of the foot. Sprains can be painful, and can... The post Foot and Ankle Sprains appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Foot and Ankle Sprains
- posted: Oct. 14, 2022
Foot and ankle sprains are very common injuries that are usually the result of the ankle turning inward. A “sprain” is a tearing or stretching of the ligaments that connect the ankle bones to the heel bone, or the back of the foot to the middle of the foot. Sprains can be painful, and can... The post Foot and Ankle Sprains appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.