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POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY WITH LABRAL REPAIR

-Sling x 4 weeks -Begin PT @ week 1 or 4 Week 1: PROM if older/subjective instability -Week 4: PROM if frank instability -Week 7: 0 ROM restrictions -Week 8: Begin strength (Throwers Ten) / okay to begin running -3 mos: Heavier strength (Closed chain/bench/overhead) -4mos: Interval throwing program -6mos: Throw ...More >


POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY/DECOMPRESSION/MUMFORD

SLING/MOVEMENT You may come out of the sling and move your shoulder both with passive and active range of motion exercises as soon as you feel comfortable.  There was no repair performed in your shoulder so there are no restrictions in range of motion of your shoulder. You should also flex and extend your elbow 3 t ...More >


POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY WITH ROTATOR CUFF REPAIR

Congratulations on taking the crucial step toward your rotator cuff recovery journey after surgery. The following guidelines have been prepared to ensure your healing process is as smooth and effective as possible. Over the next few weeks, your focus will be on dedicated care and adherence to specific instructions o ...More >


BEACON ORTHOPAEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE AND TRIHEALTH TO PROVIDE CARE TO THE CINCINNATI BALLET

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: January 30th, 2024 Contact: Brian Siegel VP of Marketing OrthoAlliance 513-295-3533 [email protected] CINCINNATI, Ohio - Sports medicine physicians and athletic trainers from Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and TriHealth are accustomed to spending time at Greater Ci ...More >


BEACON ORTHOPAEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE WELCOMES CINCINNATI NATIVE DR. ADAM ABRAHAM

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 4, 2023 Contact: Brian Siegel VP of Marketing OrthoAlliance 513-295-3533 [email protected] CINCINNATI, OH - Adam Abraham, M.D., a Cincinnati native and University of Cincinnati graduate, has joined Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. Dr. Abraham will prima ...More >


The Beacon Orthopaedics Research & Education Foundation History

In 2009, the partners at Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, established the 501(c)(3) non-profit Beacon Orthopaedics Research & Education Foundation with the mission to support scientific research and education regarding the latest technologies for orthopedic surgery and physical medicine and rehabilitation ...More >


BEACON ORTHOPAEDICS, WALK30 PROMOTING WALKING WITH CINCINNATI NATURE CENTER HOOTS & HOPS EVENT

CINCINNATI – Promoting the tremendous health benefits of walking 30 minutes a day led Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine to join with Walk 30 to sponsor the Cincinnati Nature Center’s Hoots & Hops event. The sold-out Hoots & Hops, which is scheduled Friday, Sept. 16, will feature an evening of walkers exploring ...More >


MLB ALL-STAR PITCHER WAS TREATED BY BEACON ORTHOPAEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE'S DR. TIM KREMCHEK

Second consecutive season a Kremchek patient named All-Star CINCINNATI – When Cincinnati Reds pitching prospect Joe Mantiply underwent Tommy John Surgery to his elbow in 2018, he wasn't sure if he would ever make it to the major leagues. But on Tuesday, the 31-year-old Arizona Diamondbacks left-hander will be in D ...More >


BEACON ORTHOPAEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE'S DR. MICHAEL SWANK PROMOTING WALK30 EVENT

July 23rd highlights benefits of walking 30 minutes a day CINCINNATI – A walk a day helps keep the doctor away. Michael Swank, M.D., a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon at Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, has learned from his years in practice that if he could convince people to walk 30 minutes a day, they ...More >


Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Announces NIL Agreement with Brothers Michael and A.J. Mayer

CINCINNATI – Covington Catholic High School graduates and brothers Michael Mayer, pre-season All American tight end for the Notre Dame Fighting Irish, and A.J. Mayer, a quarterback with the Arkansas State Red Wolves, have signed a Name Image Likeness (NIL) agreement with Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. Th ...More >


This one exercise is the key to gain muscle and avoid injury, according to sports medicine orthopedic surgeon Dr. Ian Rice

By Dr. Ian Rice Schedule with Dr. Rice As many individuals commit to a healthier lifestyle and improved physique in the new year, weight resistance training is often a component of the regimen.  Weight training has numerous benefits including gains in muscle mass and strength, increased metabolism for burning calor ...More >


Business Spotlight: Dr. Andrew Razzano at Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

To access the full post from FOX19, please click here. Dr. Andrew Razzano discusses Beacon Orthopaedics' comprehensive shoulder care. Dr. Razzano has special interests include sports medicine and the treatment of knee, shoulder, and elbow injuries. He performs knee and shoulder total joint replacements, as well as min ...More >


Beacon Orthopaedics Reaches Four Thousand Outpatient Total Joint Replacements Performed

To read the full article covered by Becker's Healthcare, click here. CINCINNATI, Ohio – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine proudly announces that they’ve completed 4,000 total joint replacement (TJR) surgeries in the Ambulatory Surgery Center setting. “This milestone shows our commitment to providing leading-ed ...More >


Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Expands Local Team & Opens New Office in West Chester

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine proudly announces the addition of four established, local physicians and a brand new location in West Chester to treat patients. This experienced group of providers, formerly with Wellington Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, have joined with Beacon to bolste ...More >


Total Shoulder Replacement

Dr. Shaw provides the full scope of shoulder care and surgery, from strains and rotator cuff tear to shoulder replacement.  Patients with arthritis are great candidates for a shoulder replacement. The decision to have a shoulder replacement is based on the shoulder’s disability and the level of pain the patient experie ...More >


Can a Torn Shoulder Labrum Heal on Its Own?

Dr. Steve Hamilton, a sub-specialty trained sports medicine surgeon at Beacon Orthopaedics, offers insight for when shoulder surgery is necessary and when it isn’t. The labrum is a cartilage buffer in the shoulder joint that provides stability and reduces force and friction for the bones.  When healthy, the labrum i ...More >


POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS – MEDIAL EPICONDYLE ORIF

SLING/MOVEMENT You will be placed in a soft cast for 1 week after your surgery.  This will limit the movement of your elbow as to not disrupt the reduced medial epicondyle.  You will also be given a sling that you may wear for comfort.   You may move your shoulder in any direction that is comfortable.  Do not force th ...More >


POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS – UCL Reconstruction

- Start of week 2: Elbow brace 30-60 deg. -Begin PT @ week & 7: Isotonics of scap/shoulder/elbow/forearm/wrist -Week 8 and as motion returns: IR/ER strength, pronation/supination strength, thrower’s ten -Week 12: Plyometric program (begin two handed) -4mos: interval throwing -5mos: hitting -14mos: throwing at ...More >


POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS – ULNAR NERVE DECOMPRESSION/TRANSPOSITION

MOVEMENT It is okay to come out of the sling to move the shoulder and wrist.  Light passive range of motion of the elbow is permitted as well.  The sling is for comfort as well as to protect the incision. ICE An ice machine will be provided to you prior to your surgery. This will help decrease swelling and pain af ...More >


POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - AC JOINT/CC LIGAMENT RECONSTRUCTION

Post op Sling x 4 weeks PT @ 4 weeks for PROM SLING/MOVEMENT For the first 4 weeks after surgery, you must wear your sling at all times including while you are asleep.  You may only remove the sling to shower and to perform range of motion exercises for your elbow, and the passive range of motion exercises ...More >


POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - OPEN PECTORALIS MAJOR REPAIR

Post op Begin PROM PT at 4 weeks Can feed self and pendulums in initial weeks only Sling for 4 weeks NO ROM restrictions at 7 weeks SLING/MOVEMENT For the first 4 weeks after surgery, you must wear your sling at all times including while you are asleep.  You may only remove the sling to shower and to ...More >


POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - ORIF CLAVICLE FRACTURE

Post Op Can start pendulums @ 1 week Start PT @ 4 weeks @ 7 weeks no ROM restrictions if no issues Clavicle HW removal - No heavy lifting x 6 weeks Healing Op = 16wks Non-op = 28 wks Surgical indications = 2cm displacement or 2cm shortening SLING/MOVEMENT For the first 4 weeks after sur ...More >


Post Op Protocols

Our Physicians Drew Burleson, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS – UNICOMPARTMENTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY MOVEMENT You can walk and bend your knee as much as tolerated.  Use your crutches for the first week.  Do not go for long walks or stand on your feet for extended periods of ...More >


Total Shoulder Replacement or Reverse Shoulder Replacement

Total Shoulder Replacement or Reverse Shoulder Replacement Shoulder arthroplasty, often called a total shoulder replacement, is a well-established surgery for treating severe pain and stiffness. In fact, approximately 53,000 people in the U.S. have shoulder replacement surgery each year in order to regain comfort an ...More >


Surgical Options in Cervical Radiculopathy

There are several causes of cervical radiculopathy (nerve pain radiating from the neck to the arm or shoulder blade) including a herniated disc or stenosis (tightness around the nerve from arthritis or degenerative disc disease).  The two options include the more common Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF) an ...More >


Cervical Spine Radiculopathy

Neck pain with radiation down the right or left arm is known as Cervical Radiculopathy or what people consider a “pinched nerve”.  This can result in pain in the neck travelling down the shoulder, shoulder blade, arms, and hands resulting in pain, weakness, as well as numbness and/or tingling depending on how severe an ...More >


Is My Shoulder Pain from Arthritis or Bursitis?

Your shoulders are packed with bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Shoulder pain can develop from a variety of conditions that affect one—if not many—of these structures. While this can make it difficult to pinpoint the exact source of your shoulder pain, an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment are the key to re ...More >


Shoulder Trauma and Recovery: Fractures

Shoulder pain is far too common. Unfortunately, the discomfort of a stiff, painful shoulder is often made worse by the frustration of pinpointing its exact cause. The shoulder can be injured in a variety of ways, including dislocations, labral tears, rotator cuff tears, rotator cuff tendonitis, shoulder impingement, fr ...More >


Total Shoulder Replacement Recovery Plan

Total shoulder replacement surgery, also known as total shoulder arthroplasty, is an effective way of treating permanent joint damage caused by arthritis. It can relieve the severe pain and stiffness in a patient’s shoulder and allow them to return to sports they enjoy such as baseball, golf, or swimming. While the ...More >


The Most Common Shoulder Injuries and How They’re Treated

The anatomical structures of the shoulder are all highly interconnected. So much, in fact, that shoulder injuries rarely affect just one area of the joint. A single shoulder injury can affect multiple muscles, ligaments, cartilage areas, tendons, and bones. Unfortunately, injuries are most likely to occur in those w ...More >


Exercises to Prevent Shoulder Injuries in Athletes

The shoulder is indisputably the most complex joint in the body. The arm would be drastically less useful without the range of motion the shoulder provides. Unfortunately, the shoulder’s complexity also means there are countless complications that can impair its function. Consider this: the shoulder “[was] responsib ...More >


Total Shoulder Replacement or Reverse Shoulder Replacement

Shoulder arthroplasty, often called a total shoulder replacement, is a well-established surgery for treating severe pain and stiffness. In fact, approximately 53,000 people in the U.S. have shoulder replacement surgery each year in order to regain comfort and function, according to the Agency for Healthcare Research an ...More >


Frequently Asked Questions about Shoulder Arthritis

Inflammation in your joints may be a result of degeneration called arthritis. This can cause symptoms ranging from pain, stiffness, loss of mobility to other consequences that can limit your lifestyle. Because your shoulder is comprised of three major bones (the humerus, scapula, and clavicle), inflammation results in ...More >


Shoulder Instability and Labral Tear FAQs

Because of the complex composition of the shoulder, you can position your arms and hands basically anywhere in space. But, for the very same reason, your shoulder is one of the easiest parts of your body to injure. One of the most common of these injuries is shoulder instability or “shoulder looseness.” Since the ...More >


Preventing ACL Injury with Proper Body Mechanics and Strength Exercises

No serious athlete takes an ACL injury lightly. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is an elastic band of tissue that plays a crucial role in knee stability, which could mean the difference between a big win and a devastating loss. While the risk an ACL injury is high in contact sports, it could also just take a simpl ...More >


Evaluation of the Trends, Concomitant Procedures, and Complications With Open and Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Repairs in the Medicare Population

Click here to download the full PDF version of Dr. Cha's research.   Abstract: Background: Medicare insures the largest population of patients at risk for rotator cuff tears in the United States. Purpose: To evaluate the trends in incidence, concomitant procedures, and complications ...More >


Shoulder Surgery at Beacon Orthopaedics: Michael Schlact's Story

In professional sports, staying off of the disabled list is often as important as performing well under the lights.  In Michael Schlact’s case, one shoulder injury sidelined him and caused him to go through grueling rehabilitation.  As he fell onto the DL after being a top prospect in the Rangers’ organization, he thou ...More >


Proper Lifting Technique to Avoid Back Injuries

More than one million injuries are sustained in the workplace each year. Back injuries, in particular, account for 1 in 5 of these injuries and is the single leading cause of disability worldwide. At Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, we frequently treat patients suffering from occupational back pain. While so ...More >


Arthroscopic Surgery for Common Sports Injuries

Today’s elite athletes push the boundaries of what is humanly possible. Countless train, day and night, strengthening their muscles and improving their techniques hoping to win championships and smash records. Unfortunately, injuries—particularly those related to the knee or shoulder— are a reality at every level of ...More >


Shoulder Labral Tears

Shoulder labral tears are a common acute injury.  Learn more about how tears occur and some of the best options to fix them. What is the Labrum? Let's start simple: The shoulder joint is comprised of 3 major bones: wing bone (scapula), collarbone (clavicle) and upper arm bone (Humerus). The Labrum surrounds the shoul ...More >


Shoulder Impingement

What is a Shoulder Impingement? Shoulder impingement occurs when the tunnel between acromion process off of the shoulder blade and the humeral head is small or the structures that run through the tunnel are inflamed.  The tunnel is known as the subacrimial space.  The structures that become inflamed are the subacrom ...More >


The Advantages of an Arthroscopic Procedure

For high school and college athletes, there are few things worse than a season-ending injury. If sitting on the sidelines wasn’t already painful in its own sense, a severe injury and the conditions associated with it may continue long after the season has ended and may even lead to problems as an adult. Orthopedic i ...More >


Devin Mesoraco to Have Shoulder Surgery at Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

The 27-year-old catcher for the Cincinnati Reds started having shoulder pain about a week into the season. This was particularly tough for Devin Mesoraco who missed most of the 2015 season recovering from a hip injury, which required surgery. Missing the 2016 season is not easy news to digest. As Mesoraco put it, "This ...More >


Shoulder Treatment Education

Why an Article on Shoulder Treatment Education? Proper shoulder treatment education is important when you or someone you love has a shoulder injury. The shoulder is a very delicate joint. Simple tasks like picking up pans, opening a window, moving a chair, or carrying a child can cause shoulder injuries. Activities li ...More >


Orthopaedic Research & Articles

Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Encourages Orthopaedic Research & Articles: Continuous research and education is a key part for all of the doctors at Beacon. This is very evident in the work and contributions of Dr. Adam Miller. Through research and engineering, improvements in technology, new treatment op ...More >


Sleeping After Shoulder Surgery

Dr. McClung’s tips for sleeping after shoulder surgery The most common objective of shoulder surgery is to relieve pain. In order to facilitate quick and correct healing, as well as to avoid future pain, here are some suggestions for sleeping after shoulder surgery. Improper posture or poor positioning can increase ...More >


5 Ways to Prevent Injuries During Winter Sports

As winter sports kick into full gear, here are 5 ways to prevent injuries. It's already December, and as 2023 is winding down, winter sports are in full swing. As our high school athletes look forward to returning to a regular schedule, we are here to help them think about avoiding injuries beyond pre-season play. ...More >


Beacon Physicians Reflect on Relationship with Reds' Joey Votto

Cincinnati Reds' fans await word on Joey Votto's future with the team. The 16-year veteran, who has spent his entire career with the Reds, is beloved but may have played his last game with the team. Beacon Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine physicians Tim Kremchek, M.D., and Andrew Razzano, D.O, have come to know Vot ...More >


When Your Spine Takes a Wrong Turn: Understanding lumbar and cervical lordosis conditions

Did you know back pain is one of the most common reasons patients see a doctor in the United States? Some of that pain can stem from the loss of the natural ‘S’ curve of the back and neck. This normal curve helps support the weight of the head and proper range of motion in the neck and also provides the spine with its ...More >


New Year, New You… No New Injuries

Hitting the gym with a brand new, sparkling New Year’s resolution is something of an American tradition. You’re ready to work off that holiday weight and have a healthy new year, but before you start slaying, remember this saying: slow and steady wins the race doesn’t end up in a knee brace. Not to be too on the nos ...More >


Are your flat feet causing you pain?

Many people think they have flat feet, but how do you really know? Do you feel like you are having a lot of foot issues but you’re unsure of what to blame? Maybe the shape of your foot is part to blame for your pain. Here is how to tell if you have flat feet and learn about commonly related pain.   How to know you h ...More >


Lockdown Have Your Back Locked Up?

Between quarantine and shorter winter days, we’re all moving less. In this blog post, we explore how that’s affecting your body. It's been nearly a year since our world changed. Many of us were suddenly forced to work from home, give up the gym and fitness classes, and now colder, winter days have us huddled up at h ...More >


We’re Bringing Healthy Back(s): 6 Ways to Ease Back Pain

If you’re old enough to readily recall our song reference in the headline of this blog post, then you’re old enough to start taking a little better care of your spine. That may sting a bit, so we’ll give you a minute. In all seriousness, while it’s important to keep your back healthy at any age, most people start notic ...More >


Fall Sports are a Go, Common Injuries to Know

High school sports recently received the all clear from Ohio Governor Mike DeWine — with some fairly strict COVID-19 precautions. But what precautions should student athletes take to protect themselves from the most common injuries in their sport of choice? The first line of defense: prevention Preventing injuries ...More >


What Are the Most Common Skiing Injuries?

Skiing is a fun winter sport that many enjoy. However, like all other sports it comes with a risk of injuries. Learn all about what they are and how to avoid them here! Knee Sprains Of all injuries, knee injuries are the most common when it comes to skiing. Sprains occur when a ligament is torn or stretch ...More >


Tech Neck

What Is “Tech Neck” and How Do You Prevent It? Society revolves around technology. Our sedentary lifestyle combined with our phones in our hands means we usually have our heads tilted downwards. This can often lead to “tech neck,” the term for stressing the neck muscles from looking down at a phone, tablet, or other ...More >


Exercising with Hip Impingement (FAI)

Dr. Steve Hamilton, a sub-specialty trained sports medicine surgeon at Beacon Orthopedics, explains how to stay fit without causing joint damage. While many acute orthopedic injuries resolve with physical therapy or minimally invasive surgery, some chronic conditions aren’t as simple to heal.  This is the case with ...More >


REHABILITATION GUIDELINES TO IMPROVE DYNAMIC STABILITY

PHASE I – BASELINE STABILIZATION Goals: Diminish pain and inflammation Improve posterior flexibility Re-establish dynamic stability (muscular balance) Re-establish muscular control Improve scapula position, strength, and control   Treatment  Modalities: Cryotherapy to posterior ca ...More >


Drew Burleson, M.D. Physical Therapy

Our Physicians Drew Burleson, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians ULNAR NERVE TRANSPOSITION 0 to 2 weeks: Squeeze soft sponge or a soft putty Elbow supported in sling leaving the wrist free NOTE: During the first two weeks following surgery, passive terminal elbow extension (i.e., last 5° – 10°) wi ...More >


Insights

Our Physicians Drew Burleson, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians FLEXOR/PRONATOR MASS REPAIR IMMEDIATE POSTOPERATIVE PHASE Goals Protect healing tissue Decrease pain/inflammation Retard muscular atrophy Avoid strengthening the flexor mass muscle group during this initial phase to allow for healing ...More >


FLEXOR/PRONATOR MASS REPAIR

IMMEDIATE POSTOPERATIVE PHASE Goals Protect healing tissue Decrease pain/inflammation Retard muscular atrophy Avoid strengthening the flexor mass muscle group during this initial phase to allow for healing at medial epicondyle   Weeks 1-2 Brace: 90° elbow flexion Cryotherapy: To e ...More >


Tommy John Rehabilitation

Introduction The ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction is a tendon transfer procedure. No muscles are transected during this process which allows for a faster recovery time since there is less surgical trauma. Postoperatively, the body requires time to accept the transfer and establish adequate blood supply in t ...More >


What to Expect After AC Reconstruction

When we think of the shoulder joint, we often think of a single joint that allows us to raise or lower our arm, move it closer or further away from our body’s midline, or rotate it either internally or externally. The truth of the matter is that your shoulder relies on more than one joint. The “shoulder joint” consists ...More >


Exercises to Strengthen Your Hips

The hip is a large, deep ball and socket joint that joins many muscles, ligaments and tendons. These include the hip flexors, extensors, rotators and abductors, and adductors. These muscles allow you to move your knees toward your torso and bend at the waist. They are also necessary for nearly every movement that invol ...More >


Rotator Cuff Tear and Surgery

In this article, the experts at Beacon Orthopaedics explore the range of symptoms involved with rotator cuff tears, the necessary treatments to relieve patient symptoms—and, more specifically, the benefits of pursuing Superior Capsular Reconstruction using allografts to repair irreparable rotator cuff tears versus the ...More >


Frequently Asked Questions: AC Joint Injuries

AC joint injuries are common among those who participate in competitive athletics. Two of the most common ways people injure their AC joint is by falling on an outstretched arm or running directly into something. In this article, Dr. Robert Rolf of Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine will explore AC joint injuri ...More >


How to Adjust Your Body Mechanics to Reduce Hip Injuries

Every time you walk, run, jump, carry, or bend at the waist, you apply stress to your hip bones and muscles. Stress is also applied to your hips when you are stationary. This is because your hips are the foundation and base of support for holding your body in an upright position. While sudden, direct trauma to the hip ...More >


How to Restore Hip Flexibility and Strength

Tight hip flexors are probably the most common muscle imbalance in America. That’s because the average American spends a full 13 hours of their day sitting down, according to a survey commissioned by Ergotron. With an average of 8 hours dedicated to sleep, the average American only dedicates about 3 hours a day to phys ...More >


How Active Can I Be After Joint Replacement?

A combined 280,000 joint replacement surgeries were performed in 2016, according to the American Joint Replacement Registry. While the statistics for 2017 have not been released as of this article, the numbers are expected to increase continuing a trend that began in 2012. As life expectancies continue to rise, more ...More >


Orthobiologics Injections

Help Your Body Heal Itself. Regenerative and restorative medicine, often called "ortho-biologics," are helping our patients recover without surgical intervention.  These conservative treatment options assist your body's ability to naturally heal itself by placing growth factors right where your joints need them most ...More >


Arthritis Treatment Cincinnati

  Arthritis Treatment Cincinnati At Beacon Orthopedics we offer a number of solutions to your arthritis conditions.  There are many different forms of arthritis and various treatment options to ensure the best outcomes for your individual needs.  We will work with you to determine the best course of action to he ...More >


Common Hip Flexor Injuries and Treatments

The hip flexor muscles are a group of muscles attached to the hip joint that allow you to both bring your knee toward your chest as well as bend at the waist. In other words, the hip flexor muscles are fundamental to everyday movement. When these muscles are injured, they are painful and limit your ability to live a no ...More >


Frequently Asked Questions about Total Hip Replacement

The hip joint rivals the shoulder joint in its complexity. However, the hip joint is unrivaled in its function. There is no other part of the body that combines such extreme mobility with so much weight-bearing responsibility. Whether you’re sitting or standing, the hip bears the brunt of your weight. But that funct ...More >


Frequently Asked Questions about Rotator Cuff Tears

Your rotator cuff is an integral part of your shoulder—helping stabilize the shoulder by holding the ball (humerus) and glenoid socket (scapula) together as you raise and rotate the arm. When the rotator cuff is torn and not functioning properly, shoulder weakness and pain is the result. In this article, the Dr. Rob ...More >


Frequently Asked Questions: Scapulothoracic Bursitis and Snapping Scapula

Over one third of shoulder movement occurs via the scapula (shoulder blade) and thoracic cage. As we’ve mentioned before, the shoulder is comprised of many intricate parts. Between these components, you’ll find bursa, fluid-filled sacs that cushion and protect body tissues from excessive friction. The scapulothoraci ...More >


Testimonials

Our Physicians David B. Argo, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians Dr. Argo and Staff,Thank you so much for getting me back to my walking group. This was my first half marathon since 2017. So grateful! -Chalet Jules Dear Dr. Argo, Several years ago I was transported by ambulance to Good Sam Hospital wi ...More >


Testimonials

Our Physicians Peter Cha, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians Dr. Peter Cha is excellent. I’m one year post on my second shoulder surgery and have full range of motion again after eight years! I’m excited to get back to all the activities I love. -Antoinette M. Dr. Peter Cha took the time to listen to me ...More >


Insights

Our Physicians Haleem Chaudhary, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians Dr. Haleem Chaudhary Featured on Living Senior Smart (WCPO) Dr. Haleem Chaudhary is a joint replacement specialist at Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.  He specializes in adult joint reconstruction, including total hip replacement ...More >


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Our Physicians Timothy Kremchek, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians The Benefits and Risks of Tommy John Surgery A professional baseball pitcher throws tens of thousands of full-force pitches over the course of their career. These athletes depend on their ulnar collateral ligament (UCL), a tiny band of ...More >


Testimonials

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Our Physicians Timothy Kremchek, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians I wanted to let you know about the high level of satisfaction that I had with the entire process in connection with my knee replacement on 7/31/2019. The entire process was the most efficient of any ...More >


Insights

Our Physicians Glen McClung, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians No Excuses - Ellen's Story Ellen came to us in June after an unfortunate slip on some steps. She had been training for a Triathlon in hopes to complete it and earn a medal that had her son in law and granddaughter featured on it. She wasn' ...More >


Team

Our Physicians Robert Rolf, M.D. Back To My ProfileSee All Physicians Lee Reynolds, PA Lee Reynolds, PA-C is a physician assistant. He obtained his Master of Health Science: Physician Assistant degree from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania in 2011. He joined the Beacon team that same year and has been wor ...More >


Marlins Pitcher Edinson Volquez Chooses Dr. Kremchek for Tommy John Surgery

The Miami Marlins appear to be stuck with their eighth consecutive season under 500.  Even if Martin Prado and Kyle Barraclough return from the disabled list, the season has come to a close for shortstop J.T. Riddle and right-handed starter Edinson Volquez.  Both players will require surgical repair of injuries and wil ...More >


Knee Care

[vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text]Explore the interactive education tool below to learn about knee conditions, treatment options and symptoms. There are animations you can view and also printable documents for your convenience. Also below are some of the most common knee conditions patients suffer from. ...More >


4 Non-Surgical Neck Pain Treatments

You’re probably reading this on your phone. If not your phone, then we bet you’re looking at a computer screen. How is your neck? Is it bent down? Up? You may not realize you do it, but bending your neck for extended periods puts a lot of strain on your spine and can result in neck pain. Approximately 15% of U.S. ad ...More >


Treating and Preventing Common Golf Injuries

Whether the goal is to relax, network or practice becoming the next Tiger Woods, golf is a sport where strategy, endurance and a little bit of luck converge. Only sometimes, that luck runs out. No matter what age, experience, or ability level, all golfers are susceptible to injury, even on the most leisurely trip to th ...More >


What is a Biceps Tendon Rupture and How is it Fixed?

The biceps muscle group (biceps brachii) is made up of two heads, the long head and the short head.  The muscles originate at the shoulder and insert on the radius (short bone in the forearm).  The main function of the biceps brachii is to supinate the forearm (pretend like you are holding a cup of soup in the palm of ...More >


Back Pain at Work: 3 Ways To Reduce It

You were designed to be active. Unfortunately, despite the substantial body of research which concludes that a sedentary lifestyle leads to severe back problems as well as other serious health conditions, the average person spends approximately 55% of their waking hours sitting, according to a study by Vanderbilt Unive ...More >


David Argo, M.D.

Cutting Edge Technology Meets Nationally Recognized Experience. Don't settle for "acceptable" or "traditional care."  Choose an orthopedic team that is leading the way with cutting edge treatment techniques for shoulder, elbow, knee, and sports medicine treatments. .bb_brand-button5db20a66596fa { color: #ffffff ...More >


Regenexx Bone Marrow Concentrate Therapy

The Regenexx™ Family of Procedures: Henry Stiene, M.D. of Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is proud to be the only physician in the TriState area licensed to perform and treat patients with the Regenexx™ Family of Procedures, including platelet injections and bone marrow concentrate treatments. Reg ...More >


Dr. McClung's Sugery FAQ's

Thank you for choosing Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine and Dr. McClung for your care. We are excited to get you back to being pain free and active again! Once you’ve met with Dr. McClung and decided that surgery is the best route for getting you back to a pain free lifestyle, our surgery scheduler will be ge ...More >


Beacon Is First To Perform Surgery w/ Stryker's 1588 AIM Platform

Cincinnati, OH 2/2/2016 – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is once again leading the charge in mainstreaming new advanced medical technology.  Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine became the first in the United States to use the 1588 AIM Platform in surgery.  Stryker’s advanced video system reduces risk t ...More >


Injury Prevention Technology in MLB

MLB's next frontier: Injury prevention Technology Baseball’s most renowned innovators are of the opinion that the next major "data analytics" advancement won’t be about changes to on-field performance.  Instead, the push will be in player safety and keeping them out on the filed. Billy Beane, the Executive Vice Pre ...More >


Physical Therapy Protocols - Dr. Robert Rolf

Below you will find a list of physical therapy protocols that can be followed after having a procedure performed by Dr. Rolf. These are intended to provide guidelines of progression in recovery. They include weight bearing status, ranges of motion, use of a brace, exercises or stretches, and other information. AC Re ...More >


Physical Therapy Protocols-Dr. Glen McClung

Physical Therapy Protocol from Dr. Glen McClung: Please find the protocols for therapists below. These are for treating patients after having surgery with Dr. Glen McClung.  Every rehabilitation program is designed to return each athlete or patient to full function as quickly as possible.  Progression is dependent u ...More >


Surgery FAQ's

MOHAB FOAD, MD FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) Below is a list of FAQs regarding your upcoming surgery. This list has been designed to assist you in understanding the steps involved in scheduling and conducting your surgery, as well as the process of recovery with Dr. Mohab Foad. What can I expect to happen ...More >


Senior Pitcher Kyle Hart at IU-Tommy John Success

The mound was lonely and somewhat surreal for Hoosiers pitcher Kyle Hart.  A Cincinnati native, the left handed pitcher felt a twinge in his dominant elbow while pitching against Ohio State. As a ball player, he was all too familiar with stories about incapacitating elbow and shoulder injuries. The pain Hart felt wasn' ...More >


Beacon Pro Football Injury Report

Some of our fellowship trained sports medicine physicians weigh in on common professional football injuries. Dr. Argo talks about Achilles tears, a common football injury. The tendon down the back of the leg connecting the calf muscles to the heal bone. Although it is one of the strongest tendons in the body, prof ...More >


The Pitcher as Science Project

Wall Street Journal- Chris Carpenter is a pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals.  If you consider the medical investment that has been made in keeping him on the mound, he would be an equal fit as pitchman for the American Medical Association.  Carpenter is a great pitcher, and he leads the league in surgeries. Six is th ...More >