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How does gardening affect osteoarthritis
- posted: Apr. 30, 2021
April showers bring May flowers and alongside those flowers emerge dried up leaves, weeds, and unidentifiable matter. Many of us dream about gardening, and when the first sunny day comes we are out there with rakes, shovels, spades, and wheelbarrows. We become the weekend warrior gardeners. Moving, lifting, pushing, and pulling feels good initially, but... The post How does gardening affect osteoarthritis appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Hip Surgeons at Missoula Bone and Joint
- posted: Apr. 12, 2021
The surgeons at Missoula Bone & Joint are experts at caring for the many conditions that can affect the hip, including osteoarthritis, fractures and injuries. Hip joint pain can be painful and frustrating, affecting your ability to do even the simplest things such as walking or standing up from a chair. To understand arthritis and... The post Hip Surgeons at Missoula Bone and Joint appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Knee Pain, Knee Injuries and Conditions
- posted: Mar. 12, 2021
The knee is one of the most easily injured joints in your body. It is also subject to degenerative disorders, such as arthritis or osteoporosis. Whether you have a torn ligament or have arthritis, knee pain can be debilitating and frustrating. Knee pain can make it difficult to walk or climb stairs, not to mention... The post Knee Pain, Knee Injuries and Conditions appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Knee Pain, Knee Injuries and Conditions
- posted: Mar. 12, 2021
The knee is one of the most easily injured joints in your body. It is also subject to degenerative disorders, such as arthritis or osteoporosis. Whether you have a torn ligament or have arthritis, knee pain can be debilitating and frustrating. Knee pain can make it difficult to walk or climb stairs, not to mention... The post Knee Pain, Knee Injuries and Conditions appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Knee Pain, Knee Injuries and Conditions
- posted: Mar. 12, 2021
The knee is one of the most easily injured joints in your body. It is also subject to degenerative disorders, such as arthritis or osteoporosis. Whether you have a torn ligament or have arthritis, knee pain can be debilitating and frustrating. Knee pain can make it difficult to walk or climb stairs, not to mention... The post Knee Pain, Knee Injuries and Conditions appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Ankle Joint Replacement Surgery In Missoula Montana
- posted: Jan. 27, 2021
As technology evolves so do treatment options. Ankle replacement surgery has improved over the past 10 years in terms of customization of the implant and precision of anatomical measurements. Proper sizing and alignment is crucial because this impacts the surgical outcome. Using your own CT scan, advanced technology models your unique anatomy and creates a... The post Ankle Joint Replacement Surgery In Missoula Montana appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Foot Pain and Ankle Pain – Treatment Options in Missoula, Montana
- posted: Jan. 13, 2021
You probably don’t give much thought to the toll your feet take on a daily basis until you experience foot or ankle pain. As complex, weight-bearing structures, your feet and ankles are highly susceptible to all types of acute or chronic injuries. Sporting injuries, slip and fall, and other accidents can result in fractures, sprains,... The post Foot Pain and Ankle Pain – Treatment Options in Missoula, Montana appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Back doing what I love after surgery
- posted: Jan. 07, 2021
Experienced surgeons in Missoula, Montana Surgery is a big decision no matter what the injury is. With some acute injuries the decision is easier because surgery is the only option for an optimal recovery, for example rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction, or a complex bone fracture. Other joint pain may be chronic, which means that... The post Back doing what I love after surgery appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Back doing what I love after surgery
- posted: Jan. 07, 2021
Experienced surgeons in Missoula, Montana Surgery is a big decision no matter what the injury is. With some acute injuries the decision is easier because surgery is the only option for an optimal recovery, for example rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction, or a complex bone fracture. Other joint pain may be chronic, which means that... The post Back doing what I love after surgery appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Knee and hip replacement surgery got Jim back doing the things he loves.
- posted: Nov. 13, 2020
Meet Jim, a patient with Dr. Gary Willstein for over 10 years. Dr. Willstein has provided quality orthopedic care with a knee replacement and a hip replacement, and recently the other hip replaced, to keep this active 77 year old doing the things he enjoys. “Thank you Dr. Gary Willstein, for making it possible for... The post Knee and hip replacement surgery got Jim back doing the things he loves. appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Missoula Bone & Joint was recognized as a Better Performing Practice by MGMA
- posted: Oct. 30, 2020
Missoula Bone & Joint has been recognized by MGMA (Medical Group Management Association) as a Better Performing Practice!! Click Here to read the complete article. MGMA is a national association that has close to 60,000 members. Members submit data which is benchmarked against other practices and we came out on top in Operations. The photos... The post Missoula Bone & Joint was recognized as a Better Performing Practice by MGMA appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
National Physical Therapy Month #ChoosePT
- posted: Oct. 10, 2020
October is National Physical Therapy (PT) month, so we wanted to showcase some aspects of Physical Therapy that may be less known to most. 1. Did you know that DPT stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy? That’s right, the DPT behind your therapist’s name means that they have a clinical doctorate in Physical Therapy, and... The post National Physical Therapy Month #ChoosePT appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
National Physical Therapy Month #ChoosePT
- posted: Oct. 10, 2020
October is National Physical Therapy (PT) month, so we wanted to showcase some aspects of Physical Therapy that may be less known to most. 1. Did you know that DPT stands for Doctor of Physical Therapy? That’s right, the DPT behind your therapist’s name means that they have a clinical doctorate in Physical Therapy, and... The post National Physical Therapy Month #ChoosePT appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Orthopedic Urgent Care in Missoula, Montana
- posted: Oct. 02, 2020
How to choose an Urgent Care Center When you experience urgent health issues, unexpected injuries, or unexpected joint pain, that fall short of the necessity to go to an emergency room, the expanding field of urgent care centers are there to serve you. Urgent care centers can often be easier to access and will see... The post Orthopedic Urgent Care in Missoula, Montana appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Orthopedic Urgent Care in Missoula, Montana
- posted: Oct. 02, 2020
How to choose an Urgent Care Center When you experience urgent health issues, unexpected injuries, or unexpected joint pain, that fall short of the necessity to go to an emergency room, the expanding field of urgent care centers are there to serve you. Urgent care centers can often be easier to access and will see... The post Orthopedic Urgent Care in Missoula, Montana appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.
Physical Therapy in Missoula
- posted: Aug. 20, 2020
Eccentric Strengthening of the Posterior Chain Muscles The single-leg dead lift is one of our favorite exercises for beginning eccentric strengthening of the posterior chain muscles of the hip. Here are some tips to make sure you’re performing this correctly. make sure you keep the leg you’re standing on relatively straight, but do not lockout... The post Physical Therapy in Missoula appeared first on Missoula Bone & Joint.