PATIENT INFORMATION CENTER
Articles & Other Content

Embracing Comfort and Mobility: The Advantages of Knee Braces for Arthritis Patients
Embracing Comfort and Mobility: The Advantages of Knee Braces for Arthritis Patients Introduction Arthritis is a common condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide, causing pain, stiffness, and reduced mobility,

OPA! Avoid Getting “Pickled” This Summer
OPA! Avoid Getting “Pickled” This Summer Pickleball is a unique and fast-growing sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. The paddle sport is not only enjoyable but
Basal Joint Arthritis
Basal Joint Arthritis Basal joint arthritis, also known as thumb arthritis or carpometacarpal (CMC) joint arthritis, is a condition that affects the joint at the base of the thumb. It

Frozen Shoulder Vs. Rotator Cuff Tears
Frozen Shoulder Vs. Rotator Cuff Tears Frozen shoulder and rotator cuff tears are common conditions treated by Orthopaedic Surgeons. Both conditions may present with shoulder pain and limited range

Hydration Guide
Hydration Guide for Athletes Posted with permission and for educational purposes only, this guide provides general guidelines to help optimize hydration for athletes. CLICK HERE TO OPEN HYDRATION GUIDE.

TrueSport and USADA Nutrition Guide
TrueSport and ADA Nutrition Guide Posted with permission and for educational purposes only, this guide provides general guidelines to help optimize dietary intake for sports competitors. CLICK BELOW TO OPEN

Sleep and the Student Athlete
Sleep and the Student Athlete With the heavy presence of social media, many student-athletes are not getting the necessary eight hours of sleep needed for brain and muscle cell recovery.
Mallet Finger
Mallet Finger Mallet finger is an injury that occurs when the tendon that straightens the finger (extensor tendon) is damaged or torn. This results in the inability to fully extend the
Ulnar Nerve Compression
Jammed Fingers 101 A “jammed finger” happens when the tip of the finger is compressed toward the hand, injuring the soft tissue (ligament) in the joints. Jammed fingers can happen
Common Golf Injuries: Shoulder Pain
Common Golf Injuries: Shoulder Pain Shoulder injuries on the golf course? Don’t let them handicap your game! Our orthopedic experts are here to help you stay in top form. Learn
Common Golf Injuries: Back Pain
Common Golf Injuries: Back Pain Did you know that golf can put strain on your spine? Let’s prioritize spinal health on and off the course. Take time to warm up,

A Conversation with Daniel Fletcher: Joint Denervation in Hand Surgery
A Conversation with Daniel Fletcher: Joint Denervation in Hand Surgery Where did you first research joint denervation? I have been aware of the theoretical benefits of joint denervation for 2

“When thumbs can’t handle”
When Thumbs Can’t Handle Our thumbs help keep us connected in so many ways. To our job, to our friends, to our community- to our hands! These are some of

Jammed Fingers
Jammed Fingers 101 A “jammed finger” happens when the tip of the finger is compressed toward the hand, injuring the soft tissue (ligament) in the joints. Jammed fingers can happen

Long term symptoms of ACL tear (without surgery)
Longterm Symptoms of ACL Tears Injuries prevent us from living life. Some injuries keep us from being as active as we’d like to be. But some injuries make even moving

Osteoporosis FAQs
Osteoporosis FAQs What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a medical condition in which the bones become weak and brittle. Our bodies are constantly building new bone and absorbing old bone. In

Tennis Elbow Relief – It’s All in the Wrist
Tennis Elbow Relief – It’s All in the Wrist Tennis Elbow Tennis Elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis, is a painful condition caused by overuse. Over time, the forearm muscles and

Is Your Shoulder Pain Permanent?
Even before your feet hit the floor in the morning, you probably use your shoulders. When your alarm clock (or phone alarm) activates, your shoulder lifts up your hand to

Common Knee Pain Causes & Treatments
You use your knees for just about everything. When you walk, your knees transfer motion from your feet into your hips. Knees also help you transmit force when sitting down,

How to Manage Arthritis
HOW TO MANAGE ARTHRITIS Pain is your body’s alarm system, letting you know something is wrong. While most minor aches and pains will resolve permanently with treatment, chronic pain is
PATIENT EDUCATION & WEBINARS

Keeping My Athlete Healthy | A Webinar Presented by OrthoSouth and Kroger
Keeping My Athlete Healthy | A Webinar Presented by OrthoSouth & Kroger

Outpatient Joint Replacement – Webinar
Outpatient Joint Replacement – Webinar Dr. Ferguson provides an overview of outpatient joint replacement surgery and what to expect if you have outpatient surgery at OrthoSouth. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjMrzacqMv8&list=PLks68rqYIh29fJZlIcKH8WITd9LG-6rKC&index=16

Ankle Arthritis – Webinar
Ankle Arthritis – Webinar Dr. Tyler Fraser discusses the broad topic of ankle arthritis in his webinar “Ankle Arthritis.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVikRO0lN40

Surgery of the Hand, Wrist, and Forearm – Webinar
Surgery of the Hand, Wrist, and Forearm – Webinar Dr. Christian Fahey discusses common issues of the hand, wrist, and forearm and surgical interventions for these ailments.

Robot-Assisted Knee Replacement – Webinar
CORI Robotics Assisted Knee Replacement – Webinar Dr. Wodowski discusses how the addition of robot-assistance in the outpatient setting enhances the patient experience in knee replacement surgery. https://youtu.be/4y6VNqWuw00?t=54

Ankle Instability Webinar
Ankle Instability: A Webinar with Dr. Tyler Fraser Tyler Fraser, MD discusses ankle instability, causes, symptoms, and solutions. https://youtu.be/ucPY31TX7xs
All Your Pain Management Questions, Answered – A Panel Discussion
All Your Pain Management Questions Answered – A Panel Discussion Bradley Wargo, DO and Jennifer James, DC discuss what it means to be a collaborative multidisciplinary pain practice. Together, they

Common Knee Injuries in Athletes: A Webinar with Dr. Marcus Biggers
Common Knee Injuries in Athletes: An Overview with Dr. Marcus Biggers Sports medicine surgeon Marcus Biggers, MD discusses common knee injuries and their treatments.

Conservative Treatments Options For Low Back Pain
Low Back Pain: A treatments Options For Low Back Pain.

Spinal Cord Stimulation
Spinal Cord Stimulation : A treatment option for patient with radicular and neuraxial back pain.

Same Day Total Joint Replacement at OrthoSouth
Same Day Joint Replacement at OrthoSouth Learn about Same Day Total Joint Replacement at OrthoSouth with Drs. Stephen Waggoner and Andrew Wodowski.

Rotator Cuff Tears with Dr. Chris Pokabla
Rotator Cuff Tears with Dr. Chris Pokabla Dr. Chris Pokabla walks through rotator cuff anatomy, tears, and treatment options, followed by Q&A session.

The Role of Nutrition in Orthopedic Surgery
The Role of Nutrition in Orthopedic Surgery – A Webinar with Dr. Michael Neel and Alyssa Wilson

Total Hip Arthroplasty: Anterior and Posterior Approach – What’s the Difference?
Total Hip Arthroplasty: Anterior or Posterior Approach – What’s the Difference? Dr. Michael Neel and Dr. Andrew Wodowski discuss these two approaches to hip replacement, pros and cons of each,

Spine Center Q&A Webinar
Spine Center Q&A Webinar OrthoSouth spine surgeons Dr. Spencer Hauser, Dr. Sam Murrell, and Dr. Stephen Waggoner, answer a range of questions about back and neck conditions.

Management of Knee Arthritis – A Webinar with Dr. Owen Tabor, Jr.
Management of Knee Arthritis – A Webinar with Dr. Owen Tabor, Jr.

Common Hand and Wrist Issues – A Webinar with Dr. Jeff Cole
OrthoSouth’s Dr. Jeff Cole discusses common hand and wrist issues, including carpal tunnel syndrome, cubital tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, osteoarthritis, and more. Learn about treatment options for a range of conditions/injuries in this informative and engaging webinar.

Cementless Knee Replacement – A Webinar with Dr. Chris Ferguson
Dr. Chris Ferguson discusses cementless knee replacement followed by Q&A session.

Common Shoulder Issues – A Webinar with Dr. Tom Giel
Common Shoulder Issues – A Webinar with Dr. Tom Giel

Same Day Joint Replacement – Considerations and Benefits
Same Day Joint Replacement Webinar On July 8, 2020, Dr. Timothy Krahn discussed the considerations and benefits involved with “same day” joint replacement in the outpatient setting. Watch the recorded