The Most Common Culprit For Shoulder Pain

Shoulder pain can stem from a variety of problems. For example, teenage athletes who play basketball may experience shoulder pain because they are constantly using their shoulders and arms to shoot, pass, and dribble the ball. You don't have to be an athlete to experience shoulder pain or discomfort, though. You can experience shoulder pain from sleeping on your side … Read More

Dr. McClain and Dr. Silvaggio Make 2016 Best Doctors List

Congratulations to Dr. Edward J. McClain, III, and Dr. Vincent J. Silvaggio on being named as one of our region's Best Doctors in Orthopaedics.  The list, which is compiled by Best Doctors of America, Inc., is a selection of the regions' top physicians who earn the consensus support of their peers and who meet additional qualification criteria. Dr. McClain currently … Read More

5 Smart Tips to Keep You Safe While Gardening This Season

It's that time of year again. The sun is peeking out from behind the clouds, eagerly waiting to shine bright. The birds are singing (and waking me up in the morning). And the ground is thawing out and ready to be pampered and planted. That's right: gardening season is upon us! However, while gardening is relaxing and enjoyable, it can … Read More

Could I Have a Rotator Cuff Tear? [Arthroscopic Treatment]

By: Spiro Papas, MD Rotator cuff problems are very common and can result from degenerative tears of the rotator cuff or traumatic events can cause tears to the rotator cuff.  Many patients can have a combination of both.  These can occur in both males and females over the age of 40, but can also occur in younger age groups where … Read More

The Hidden Danger In Watching Your Phone Or Tablet While Exercising

Technology has come a long way over the past decade, and it's exciting to live in a time where you can access entertainment anywhere you go, even at the gym. However, some physicians in the medical community have some real concerns about their clients watching movies or playing games on the phone or tablet while exercising. Dr. Patrick Smith, a … Read More

The Detriments Smoking Causes for Wound Healing & Recovery Time After Surgery

According to the Journal of Wound Care, “there is clear clinical evidence that smokers are more likely to develop postoperative wound-related complications.” These complications include: Delayed healing time Increased chance of wound infection Increased chance of wound dehiscence (rupture along the incision line) Increased chance of tissue necrosis (irreversible death of the tissue) You may be curious as to why … Read More

Common Hockey Injuries & What To Do If You Get Hurt

Hockey is considered a “collision” sport, and for good reason. Injuries occur from not only slamming into other players at high speeds, they can also occur from getting smacked with other players’ sticks, being thrown and smashed into the boards, and having a solid, hefty object (the puck) being catapulted into your body. If that weren’t enough, non-contact injuries can … Read More

Common Basketball Injuries & What To Do If You Get Hurt

Basketball is an extremely fun, fast-paced sport to play, and it’s one of the few sports you can enjoy in your youth AND as you get older. However, the explosive movements and constant turning and cutting can make basketball a sport riddled with potential foot and ankle injuries. The most common basketball injuries are to the foot, ankle, and knee. … Read More

Common Skiing Injuries & What To Do If You Get Hurt

Skiing is a fun, exciting sport that the entire family can enjoy together. However, like any activity, injures can and do occur. That's why it's important to know what to do when you find yourself knee-deep in snow and tending to an injury (yours or a loved ones). The most common of all skiing injuries is when the lower leg … Read More