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Put Your Best Foot Forward: Bunions and Hammertoes

Did you know 75% of Americans will experience some type of foot problem over the course of their lifetime?...

3 Signs it’s Time for a Knee Replacement, 3 Reasons to Wait

More than a half-million Americans get knee replacements every year. It’s a common procedure that has...

Crunchy Shoulder? Find Out Why

Snap. Crackle. Pop. If you use the names of the Rice Krispies mascots to describe your shoulder issues,...

What to Expect When You’re Expecting (an MRI)

Many first-time MRI patients get nervous about what to expect. Even those who have had one before can...

Get the Skinny on Sciatica

Many parents have told their kids that they’re on their last nerve. The bolder of those children could...

5 Facts for Fractured Tailbone Pain Relief

When being a pain in the butt goes from figurative to literal, it’s time to see an orthopedic specialist....

Could Your Seasonal Allergies Cause Joint Pain?

Ah, spring. Birds are singing, flowers are blooming, and it seems everyone is sneezing from allergies....

Research Publication - Time Matters: Knee Cartilage Defect Expansion and High-Grade Lesion Formation while Awaiting Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation

To access the full published research article by Beacon's Dr. Robert Pettit, please click here. Objective The...

Baseball is Back: Tips to Stay Off the Injured List & On the Field

Beware the head, shoulder, knee, and toe injuries of baseball. America’s favorite pastime is back in...

It’s Spring! Let’s Get Physical (and make sure your body doesn’t talk)

Spring is here — depending on the day, anyway. On the occasions when the sun is inviting you outside...

What to do about a bunion

Do I Have A Bunion? People commonly notice a prominence with their big toe on the inside of their...

Moeller High School's Kremchek Stadium is 'awesome' for the baseball program - WCPO 9 News

To read the full story by Mike Dyer at WCPO 9 News, click here. MIAMIVILLE,...

A Literal Pain in the Neck? No Thanks.

We’re not trying to start a debate, but literal pains in the neck are worse than the figurative ones....

Moeller lacrosse player returns after injury, surgery, rehab and recovery - The Enquirer

According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 8.6 million sports and recreation-related...

What to wear for foot or ankle pain

Your foot hurts and you’re trying to expedite the recovery process? Which brace may work best for you…? The...

Physical Therapy Misconceptions

If you need to rehabilitate an injury or recover from surgery, you expect physical therapy to be in your...

Surgery is Just the Start of Recovery

Orthopedic conditions and the pain related to them are life-altering for many. Surgery to correct issues...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Announces Dr. Robert Pettit to Lead New Fort Thomas Location

FORT THOMAS, KY – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine as announced that Dr. Robert Pettit - a...

Spotlight on Orthopedic Oncology for Cancer Prevention Month

When someone receives the news that they have a tumor or tumor-like condition, it can be a scary time....

Before and After Surgery

Having surgery soon? Here is what to expect throughout the process. We will discuss surgery prep, during...

Beacon expands physician options in Batesville and Lawrenceburg

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is expanding its physician presence in the southeastern Indiana...

Battling Fatigue & Chronic Pain

Do you have chronic pain? If so, chances are you’re also in a daily battle with fatigue. We’re talking...

Cincinnati Magazine Top Doctors 2022

Each year, physicians are selected by their peers in a survey, asking them which physicians they would...

Beacon taps former Boston Celtics physician to lead its newest office - Cincinnati Business Courier

By Liz Engel Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, one of the region’s largest independent...

Meet Your Physician: Dr. Robert Burger

Full circle. These two words define Dr. Robert Burger’s career — and life. The bedrock...

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....

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...

Winter Sports Blog

As colder weather approaches, we start to transition into the Winter months which brings in our winter...

Step Into Winter… Without Slips and Falls

This year, let’s step into winter while sidestepping its pitfalls. Literally. Your specialists at Beacon...

Hall of Fame Health Designates Beacon Orthopaedics as 1 of 25 ‘Elite Care Centers’ in the Country

FIRST FOCUS AREA – JOINT REPLACEMENT – PRODUCES INITIAL LIST OF 25 TOP CARE GIVERS ACROSS U.S. CANTON,...

9 Tips to Deal with Cold Weather & the Joint Pain That Comes with It (Plus a Bonus Tip You Didn’t See Coming!)

Season changes are rarely kind to joint pain sufferers. That’s most especially true during the cold...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Opens West Chester Locations

WEST CHESTER, OH– Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - which is celebrating its 25th anniversary...

This is the most important question to ask your surgeon, according to Dr. Ian Rice

By Dr. Ian Rice, Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Orthopaedic Surgeon Patients naturally...

Imaging in Orthopedics: What’s the right image for you?

When you go to an Orthopaedic doctor it is very likely you will be getting some sort of imaging done....

Disc Fusion or Disc Replacement? NHL Star Jack Eichel’s Recent Trade Raises the Question

If you follow hockey, you likely heard the news about Jack Eichel’s trade from the Buffalo Sabres to...

5 Ways to Prevent Injuries as High School Winter Sports Ramp Up

It's already November, and as 2021 is winding down, winter sports are just ramping up. As our high school...

Meet Your Physician: Dr. Jim Muccio

Completing the mission Not everything takes a rocket scientist, but when it does, James Muccio, MD is...

3 Common Hand Conditions & How to Tell them Apart: Hand Arthritis, Trigger Finger and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

DID YOU KNOW? The origin of modern-day hand surgery is directly rooted in the casualties of WWII? Soldiers...

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...

Landmark Care Close at Hand: Introducing Clifton Hand Surgery Center

In the 2016 Bureau of Labor Statistics report, hand & wrist injuries were second only to back injuries....

Beacon expands physician options in Batesville and Lawrenceburg

To read the full story from the Greensburg Daily News, click here. Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports...

Meet Your Physician: Dr. Robert Rolf

To read the full story in The Eagle, click here. Beacon Orthopedics & Sports Medicine’s Robert...

Fall Sports Injuries

School is back in session which means athletes are back on the field ready to kick off their Fall sports...

The Bridge: From Total Joint Replacement Surgery to Recovery

There are three big chapters in the storybook of total joint replacement surgery. The first chapter varies...

A Joint Replacement Years in the Making: Mick Bennett’s Story

“It was my fault I waited that long. You know, I should’ve got it done years ago. Had I known the...

One of Greater Cincinnati’s largest physician groups testing new way to cut costs - Cincinnati Business Courier

Two of the biggest names in health care in the region have been piloting a new payment program they say...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and TriHealth announce joint venture - Cincinnati Business Courier

To read the full story by Liz Engel in the Cincinnati Business Courier, click here. Two...

Dr. Aarti Singla Joins Angenette Levy on the Simply Medicine Podcast

To listen to the full interview segment with Dr. Aarti Singla, please click here and skip ahead to 41:20.

Neuropathy Diagnosis & Treatment

Neuropathy means damage to a nerve or a disease affecting multiple nerves. This may present as altered...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Welcomes Dr. Robert Pettit

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is proud to announce the addition of orthopedic...

Reds medical director Kremchek celebrates 25 years on the job

To read the full story by David Jablonski in the Dayton Daily News, click here. Forty years after...

Getting a Total Joint Replacement? Avoid These 7 Common Post-Surgery Mistakes

Is it time for a total joint replacement? Surgery can be scary, but when it’s medically necessary,...

'I kept working hard': Colerain product Casey Grimm living pro dream with Florence Y'alls

The content in this blog was written as an article by Shelby Dermer for the Cincinnati Enquirer. See...

Success Story: Dr. Chaudhary's Double Knee Patient Back In His Karate Studio

Here at Beacon, patients measure their success by getting back to the life they love. For some, that...

Fall Sports are Kicking Off: Don’t Get Sidelined with An Injury

The fall sports season is kicking into full gear. As young athletes head back out on the field or court,...

Does Your Foot Hurt Here?: The Outside of the Foot

Why does my foot hurt here? You may be asking yourself this common question whether you have had an injury...

Meet Your Physician: Dr. David Argo

At Beacon Orthopaedics, we have some of the finest doctors in the region, if not the country. And we...

Making a Plan for the Perfect Fit: Customizing Knee Implants

To read the full article from VENUE Magazine, click here. Often when patients visit Beacon Orthopaedics...

'The guy was tenacious.' It's been 25 years of repairing Reds for Dr. Timothy Kremchek

To read the full article from Scott Springer at The Enquirer, click here. BLUE ASH - If not...

Our Hot Take as the Summer Olympics Heats Up

If professional athletes spend any time in the Greater Cincinnati area, Beacon specialists likely cross...

Orthopedic Urgent Care or Emergency Room: 5 Questions So You Know Where to Go

It’s the scene all parents of athletes dread — seeing their child limp off the field. Your soccer...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine to Provide Care for Cincinnati Country Day School Athletes

CINCINNATI, OH. – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, the region's recognized leader in comprehensive...

Does Your Foot Hurt Here?: The Heel

Pain in the heel is incredibly common and a vast majority will typically fall into a few different categories....

Is Your Knee Pain Arthritis or a Torn Meniscus? 3 Questions to Help Figure it Out (And a Bonus Tip!)

Sometimes it’s all in the wrist. Other times it’s all in the hips. So what happens when it’s all...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Expands Again in Northern Kentucky

CINCINNATI, OH. – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is continuing its expansion into Northern...

What’s Your Type? Understanding Your Kind of Back Pain

“It’s complicated.” If that sounds like your relationship status with your back, we get it, and...

7 Dos & Don’ts for High School Athletes Summer Training (#3 May Surprise You)

School is out for the summer. For many high school athletes that means it’s off-season training time....

ASAP Podcast with Beacon Orthopedics Surgeon & Shoulder Specialist Robert Rolf M.D.

Robert Rolf M.D. is a native of Cincinnati, Ohio and a graduate of La Salle High School. He attended...

AlloSource Honors Dr. David Argo with the Annual Dr. Steven Gitelis Inspiration Award

Centennial, Colo. — June 9, 2021 — AlloSource®, one of the largest allograft providers in the U.S.,...

How to Decide if That Foot Pain is a Fracture

When trying to assess your new foot pain, it’s important to keep note of even the most minor injuries...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine's Dr. Glen McClung to Serve as Florence Y'alls Team Medical Director

FLORENCE, KY. – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine - the regional leader in providing medical...

5 Things to Know About Joint Replacements

When severe pain or joint damage limits your daily activities, it’s time to see a doctor. Most cases...

Why We Run: Is It for You?

The Pros and Cons of Improving Body and Mind Health Through Running You don’t have to look far to...

It's All in the Wrist: What You Should Know About Wrist Injuries

Written by Dr. Michael Wigton, Hand & Wrist Specialist at Beacon Orthopaedics Injuries...

No, You Aren’t Too Young for Arthritis

And other facts about arthritis you should know If you suffer from arthritis, you aren’t...

A Hike a Day is the Orthopaedic Doctor’s Way

Dr. Michael Swank is Hot on Our Trail Cincinnati Nature Center is a local treasure that invites its...

New Moeller baseball field to be named after Kremchek family doctors who served school

The content in this blog was written as an article by Scott Springer for the Cincinnati Enquirer. See...

Hand Pain & Smartphones: When Your Phone Isn’t Doing Your Body Good

Did you know the average American spends 5 hours a day on a mobile device? That can lead to issues like...

IN & OUT: Patients Safely Experience Outpatient Joint Surgery

Read the full article on VENUE Magazine by clicking here. There’s no denying that COVID-19...

Recognizing National Minority Health Month

THE IMPORTANCE OF ACCESSIBILITY AND ORTHOPEDIC CARE This April we recognize National Minority Health...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine Welcomes Dr. John Larkin

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is proud to announce that highly regarded...

Spring is here, prep for sports this year!

Baseball is upon us, local sports teams are finally practicing and playing outside, and runners are out...

Beacon Orthopaedics and Black Sheep Performance Partner to Treat Athletes & Weekend Warriors

CINCINNATI, Ohio – Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and Black Sheep Performance have...

March Madness is On! We Share Our Picks PLUS 5 Common Basketball Injuries

Our own Dr. Burleson has spent time on the court during the NCAA Division I Tournament. In this blog...

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...

Wrestling. It’s in the Genes.

Just 30 years ago, Dr. Mohab Foad was competing in the State High School Wrestling Tournament — now...

Lockdown Have Your Back Locked Up?

Between quarantine and shorter winter days, we’re all moving less. In this blog post, we explore how...

COVID-19 vaccine: Should you get a shot ahead of surgery? Timing is everything

To read the full story from The Enquirer, please click here. Anne Saker Cincinnati Enquirer Many...

Dr. Argo Helps Bring New Hope to Joint Pain Sufferers

"Articular cartilage" isn't typically a term people are familiar with until they seek treatment...

Updated Inclement Weather Hours (Week of Feb. 15 - Feb. 20)

Check below for the most up-to-date hours at the location nearest you due to inclement weather. We will...

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...

Hitting the Slopes? Know Before You Go

As wild as it may sound, skiers and snowboarders do have at least a couple of things in common. The first...

Walk it Off: Orthopedics and Healthy Weight Week (January 17-23)

Prevention is good medicine. One of the biggest preventive measures you can take is maintaining a healthy...

Featured Physician: George Matic, M.D.

George Matic, M.D. practices Primary Care Sports Medicine and non-operative Orthopaedics at Beacon Orthopaedics...

Cincinnati Magazine Top Doctors 2021

Each year, physicians are selected by their peers in a survey, asking them which physicians they would...

A Walk A Day Can Keep The Orthopaedic Doctor Away

To see the article from Venue Magazine, please

Featured Physician: Michael Planalp, M.D.

Michael Planalp, M.D. is a board eligible Orthopaedic surgeon and fellowship trained spine surgeon. He...

Total Hip Arthroplasty

Hip pain can come in many forms with varying degrees of severity. Dr. Shaw evaluates patients of all...

Total Knee Arthroplasty

Dr. Shaw has been performing total knee arthroplasty (TKA) since 2000 when he started practicing. Six...

Total Shoulder Replacement

Dr. Shaw provides the full scope of shoulder care and surgery, from strains and rotator cuff tear to...

How Physical Therapy Could Help You Live A Healthier Life

What is orthopedic physical therapy? You may know it is an integral process in recovery from either injury...

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...

What is Femoroacetabular Impingement?

Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI) refers to a process by which a misshapen hip joint experiences abnormal...

Protect Yourself From Slips This Winter

Because snow should be the only thing falling this year Colder months are here to stay, and while we’re...

4 Game-Changing, Non-Surgical Orthopedic Care Options

Surgery isn’t always required when it comes to orthopedic care. At Beacon, we utilize several non-surgical or...

Featured Physician: David Lustenberger, M.D.

David P. Lustenberger, M.D., is a Cincinnati native. After graduating from St. Xavier High School and...

Featured Physician: Timothy McConnell, M.D.

Timothy B. McConnell, M.D. is a board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon. He completed...

Dr. Tim Kremchek Explains Joe Burrow's Injury and Recovery Process

The content in this blog was written as an article by Charlie Goldsmith for the Cincinnati Enquirer....

I Completed Physical Therapy. Now What?

Step Down from Physical Therapy to Beacon's Bridge Program for a Full Return to Health Congratulations!...

Orthopaedic sports medicine specialist on Burrow injury, recovery

To read the full article from WKRC, please click here. CINCINNATI (WKRC) - Bengals fans are collectively...

ACL Reconstruction – Frequently asked questions that debunk the myths of ACL surgery

Surgical Treatment When should I have my ACL fixed? – Timing of ACL reconstruction There is no single...

Celebrating National Allied Health Professionals Week

This week we recognize National Allied Health Week! Comprising nearly 60% of all health care providers,...

It’s World Osteoporosis Day: Time to Talk About Bone Health

Together, with the International Osteoporosis Foundation, we are recognizing World Osteoporosis Day to...

Dr. Chaudhary Helps Law Enforcement Officer Return from Hip Surgery

THE Enquirer To read the full article, click here. Cop's commander asks: "Are you sure you've had...

Beacon Orthopaedics adds rare surgeon to its roster

To read the full story by Cincinnati Business Courier's Liz Engel, click here. Cincinnati Business...

Bringing it Home with the Reds

The Reds 2020 season was one of many firsts. It was not the first, however, to be played during a pandemic....

The Tommy John Surgery Turns 46

We’re celebrating the 46th anniversary of the UCL reconstructive surgery — better known as the Tommy...

WCPO - Reggie Wilson

To read the full story by Reggie Wilson, click here. Local brothers who wrestle collegiately help...

After double knee replacement, former college athlete still active

Beacon Orthopaedics has made it possible for this septuagenarian to keep playing sports. When John...

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...

We’re All Athletes

From Slopes to Ropes and Just Trying to Cope, Dr. Todd Grime Gives Patients New Hope Whether a patient...

Get Hip with Your Hips

Keep Your Hips Healthier in 3 Steps Story time. You're leaving a friend's house. You step out...

Child Injuries and Injury Prevention

We are all facing more time at home—and therefore the risk of home injury. While you would normally...

From the Hardwood to the OR: Dr. Drew Burleson's Story

When Drew Burleson was a senior in high school, life was good. He was a standout on the basketball court...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, TriHealth Collaborate to Provide Care for Ursuline Academy Athletes

Cincinnati, OH – Beginning immediately, Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, in collaboration with...

How to Tell If You Have A Dislocated Shoulder

The shoulder is often dislocated joint in the human body. It occurs when the upper arm bone (the humerus)...

Beacon Orthopaedics adds 7 physicians and 4 locations

Featured in the Cincinnati Business Courier and Cincinnati Enquirer. On Aug. 1, Beacon Orthopaedics...

High Ankle Sprain versus Low Ankle Sprain

An ankle sprain is a stretch or tear to the ligaments holding the ankle bones together. Characterized...

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine acquires rival practice

Cincinnati Business Courier To read the full article from the Business Courier, please click here. One...

Training the Athletic Trainers and Staying Healthy

The bar of excellence has moved. We’re following an all new set of standards for athletic trainers...

Play Ball — Back to Some Regularly Scheduled Programming

The year was 1919. World War I had just ended. The Spanish Flu was a continuing threat. People were searching...

Time for Back-to-School Exams

Not the Kind You Study for — Student Athletes Need Their Sports Physical Exams As stores switch...

Tips for Wearing a Mask

In light of Governor DeWine’s July 7 mask ordinance, we wanted to provide some tips for wearing and...

Featured Physician: Robert Burger, M.D.

Robert Burger, M.D., is a founding member of Beacon Orthopaedics, served as President of Beacon for six...

5 Tips for Getting Back in Shape at Home

Getting back in shape at home can be difficult. Although gyms and fitness centers are beginning to open...

Meet the Working Dads of Beacon Orthopaedics

Happy Father’s Day from Beacon Orthopaedics! While we’re still outside the norm of what we are used...

Injury and Surgery Recovery at Beacon Orthopaedics

It’s no secret that recovering from an injury, either surgically or non-surgically, can be a difficult...

When Should You Go to The ER vs. Orthopedic Urgent Care?

As the weather warms and people begin to work outside more, the number of injuries related to outdoor...

Foot Doctor Q&A with Dr. Adam Miller

Meet Dr. Adam Miller Dr. Miller is Beacon’s orthopedic foot and ankle specialist. Having completed...

Meet Beacon’s Healthcare Hero Moms

This Mother’s Day is certainly outside the norm of what we are used to, which means we certainly need...

5 Tips to Keep Your Upper Body Strong

Our physical therapy team is committed to keeping our patients healthy and have provided tips to keep...

5 Tips to Keep Your Lower Body Healthy

Our physical therapy team is committed to keeping our patients healthy and have provided tips to keep...

5 Tips for a Healthy Back

Our physical therapy team is committed to keeping our patients healthy and have provided tips to keep...

Injury Recovery and Mental Health

Recovering from an injury can be difficult regardless of the severity. It interrupts your everyday life...

Recipes to Help Diabetes

If you have diabetes, you understand the importance of keeping up with your health. Below are three healthy...

Patient Success: Bonnie Archuleta

Bonnie Archuleta is no stranger to orthopedic care. After seven years of living with intense shoulder...

All About Durable Medical Equipment

Durable medical equipment (DME) is medical supplies that helps people with a disability or injury complete...

Why Is Walking Good for You?

Walking is a great way to improve and maintain your overall health, even if done for just half an hour...

Physical Therapy for Sports Injuries

Almost every athlete will experience an injury at some point in their careers. Whether you’re a pro...

Craig Lindsey Receives NATA Servant’s Heart Award

At Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, each of our healthcare specialists bring experience...

The Best Exercises for Heart Health

February is American Heart Month, and here at Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine we’re passionate...

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...

10 Tips for Staying Healthy During Practice

With basketball season in full swing, it’s important to keep your young athlete healthy and happy....

Featured Physician: Jaideep Chunduri, M.D.

Jaideep Chunduri, M.D., a native of Dayton, OH, is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing...

Preparing for Your MRI

Magnetic Resonance Imaging, or MRIs, are often recommended to help officially diagnose injuries and conditions....

The Best Foods to Eat for Arthritis

Arthritis is a painful inflammatory disease in which the joints become stiff and swollen. Although it...

Top Doctors 2020 at Beacon

Each year, physicians are selected by their peers in a survey, asking them which physicians they would...

How a mother and daughter overcame similar sports injuries

Cincinnati Enquirer To read the full article from The Enquirer, please click here. If it’s...

How Often Should You Wash Your Hands?

With the cold weather officially here, illness is spreading quickly through schools and office environments....

Q&A with Concussion Expert from Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, Dr. Matic

A concussion, also known as a mild traumatic brain injury, is caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to either...

Why Should I Donate Blood?

Have you ever wondered why you should donate blood? You’ve probably heard it can save lives, but do...

Winter Safety Tips

Are you prepared for the cold weather? Check out some of our winter safety tips below to help you avoid...

Meet the Best Knee Surgeons in the Cincinnati Area at Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine

At Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, we are lucky to have some of the best knee surgeons in...

5 Tips for a Quick Recovery

If you’ve had surgery in the past, or have one coming up, you know the importance of a quick, effective...

Is Cracking Your Knuckles Bad for Your Joints?

We’ve all heard the myth that cracking your knuckles will give you arthritis. You most likely heard...

Back Pain

If you work in an office, odds are you’ve experienced some uncomfortable days sitting at your desk....

Why Do You Wake Up with A Headache?

Have you ever woken up with a headache? Many people do at some point in their lives, and often it isn’t...

Why Shouldn’t You Eat Before Surgery?

If you’ve had surgery before, you were probably told not to eat or drink anything for a specified amount...

Osgood-Schlatter Disease

Has your child been complaining of knee pain recently? Is there a bony bump beneath their knee that is...

Back to the Mat (Again)

Injuries are not a foreign concept to athletes. No matter the sport, almost every participant experiences...

Urgent Care Cincinnati

There are quite a few urgent care centers in the Cincinnati Area. When disaster strikes and you need...

Featured Physician: Dr. Steve Hamilton

Steve Hamilton, M.D. is a Cincinnati native and proud LaSalle High School alumnus. He stayed local and attended...

Rotator Cuff Injuries

The rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that surround the shoulder joint, keeping the head...

8 Trick-Or-Treating Safety Tips

Halloween is one of the most exciting nights of the year for most children. However, it can also be one...

Proven Treatments for Hammertoe

Achieving full foot function without surgery is possible. The foot is a complex structure made up...

What is Hip Arthritis?

As our bodies age, we become increasingly at risk for degenerative joint conditions. Fortunately, arthritis...

Featured Physician: Dr. Michael Planalp

Michael Planalp, M.D. is a board eligible Orthopaedic surgeon and fellowship trained spine surgeon. He...

Back on the Field

Turning A Potentially Devastating Diagnosis into a Success Story Growing up, Jaden Bode had always...

Steelers Quarterback Injures Elbow

Elbow injuries are common among athletes of almost all sports, from baseball to tennis and everything...

Sprain vs Strain – What’s the Difference?

The terms “sprain” and “strain” are often used synonymously. However, they are not the same thing....

Beacon Doctor Shines in Dancing with the Stars

Since 1996, Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine has been invested in our local communities. Each...

Should You Stretch Before Exercising?

A lot of myths about stretching before, during, and after exercise circulate through the athletic community....

Orthopaedic Surgeon FAQs

What is an orthopaedic surgeon? An orthopaedic surgeon is a doctor who specializes in the prevention,...

7 Tips for a Successful Surgery

7 Tips for a Successful Surgery Do you have an upcoming surgery that’s making you nervous? While you...

Tennis Elbow

Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) is a condition that many people have heard of, but few understand....

Featured Physician: Dr. Nicole Goddard

Dr. Nicole Goddard is Board Certified in Family Medicine with a Certificate of Added Qualification in...

Preventing Heat and Hydration Related Problems in Young Athletes

Taking steps to stay healthy and hydrated this summer is especially important for athletes to avoid injuries...

How to Save 40% or More on Your Joint Replacement

Recent studies reveal that choosing an Ambulatory Surgery Center instead of a hospital may reduce your...

How Beacon Orthopaedics plans to grow after taking on a private equity investor

Cincinnati Business Courier To read the full article from the Business Courier, please click here. Beacon...

Back to School Safety Tips

Back to School: Part Two Back to school season is an exciting time, but often leads to an influx of...

How Can You Help Prevent Hip Arthritis

Dr. Burleson, an orthopaedic hip specialist, shares tips to preventing this common condition. Unfortunately,...

Why is Back to School Season Dangerous?

Back to School: Part One It’s no surprise that back to school season sees a spike of visits to...

This Orthopedic Doctor Specializes in Keeping Baseball Players on the Field

When the Vanderbilt Commodores won the 2019 College World Series finals, it was also a personal victory...

Sports Injury Care

If you’ve ever had a sports injury, you know the importance of quick action and effective treatment....

The Worst (and Best) Shoes for Your Feet

Summer is the season of flip flops and sandals due to the warm weather. However, when it comes to arch...

Overcoming Multiple Injuries

How Beacon Helped Kaleb Moell Get Back in The Game Athletes battle injuries all the time. From sprained...

Featured Physician – Dr. Cha

Dr. Peter Cha serves as the team physician of the Cincinnati Wolfhounds rugby team, medical director...

Simple Tips for Healthier Joints

Looking to get the most out of your joints? Apply some of these tips to maintain optimal joint health...

What to Expect from an Orthopaedic Clinic Visit

Knowing what to expect from an office visit at your orthopaedic clinic can help you be prepared and maximize...

Orthopaedic Urgent Care

Have you ever broken a bone? If you have, odds are you went straight to the emergency room at a local...

Concussions

Symptoms and Treatment Concussions are a common injury in sports. Many people experience this mild...

Signs of Dehydration

During the hot summer months, urgent care centers and emergency rooms see an influx of people suffering...

Juvenile Arthritis Awareness Month

Juvenile arthritis is an autoimmune disease that affects roughly 1 in every 1,000 children. It is characterized...

Another major Cincinnati doctor group to expand via private equity deal

Cincinnati Business Courier To read the full article from the Business Courier, please click...

Above and Beyond: Part Two

How Dr. Foad’s Patient Care Surpassed Expectations for an Expecting Mother This is Part Two of a...

Above and Beyond: Part One

How Dr. Foad’s Patient Care Surpassed Expectations for an Expecting Mother May 9th of 2019 began...

Can a Torn Shoulder Labrum Heal on Its Own?

Dr. Steve Hamilton, a sub-specialty trained sports medicine surgeon at Beacon Orthopaedics, offers insight...

Tech Neck

What Is “Tech Neck” and How Do You Prevent It? Society revolves around technology. Our sedentary...

Five Exercises to Do in The Workplace

Keeping fit and healthy when you have a desk job can be a challenge. Sitting all day is not good for...

Overuse Injuries

The FIFA Women’s World Cup is well underway, and with all of the hustle and bustle around game time,...

Common Hip Injuries

Learn more about recognizing and overcoming common hip injuries. Fortunately, the human hip joint...

Questions to Ask Before Your Hip Surgery

Dr. Drew Burleson, a hip surgeon at Beacon Orthopaedics in Miamisburg, lets patients know what questions...

Exercising with Hip Impingement (FAI)

Dr. Steve Hamilton, a sub-specialty trained sports medicine surgeon at Beacon Orthopedics, explains how...

Common Golf Injuries

Getting Back on the Green The summer months bring people out of their homes to soak up the sun and...

Scoliosis Awareness Month

Is A Curve in Your Spine Going to Change Your Life? June is Scoliosis Awareness Month, and Beacon...

When Diving Becomes Dangerous

5 Things to Remember About Diving Injuries When you go to a pool, you’re likely to notice the “No...

Proven Treatments for Hip Arthritis

Dr. Drew Burleson, a hip arthroscopy specialist at Beacon Orthopaedics in Miamisburg (Dayton), shares...

Minimally Invasive Hip Procedures

Beacon Orthopaedics leads the region in minimally invasive treatment options. Repairing damaged hip...

Shoulder Stretches

With spring right around the corner, it's important to teach proper stretching techniques to overhead...

Now Available: Hip Surgery for Dayton Athletes

Dr. Drew Burleson of Beacon Orthopaedics provides the insight of a college level athlete and a sub-specialized...

A Better Way to Perform Hip Scope surgery

Dr. Drew Burleson of Beacon Orthopaedics brings a better operating table to the region. One of the advantages...

Hip Arthroscopy is Now Available in Dayton, OH

Dr. Drew Burleson is a fellowship trained orthopedic sports medicine surgeon who brings specialized training...

Full Thickness Gluteus Medius Repair with or without Labral Repair

The intent of this protocol is to provide guidelines for your patient’s therapy progression. It is...

Pain Medication Safety

SAFE Use, Storage, and Disposal of Prescription Opioid Medicines from the American Academy of Orthopaedic...

REHABILITATION GUIDELINES TO IMPROVE DYNAMIC STABILITY

PHASE I – BASELINE STABILIZATION Goals: Diminish pain and inflammation Improve posterior...

Non-Operative Knee Pain

BFR- for quad strengthening Hip abductor and Glute strengthening à must be able to perform one...

Patellofemoral Syndrome (Non-Operative)

Hip abductor and Glute strengthening à must be able to perform one legged squat with knee control...

Rotator Cuff Tear/Tendinitis/ Impingement Syndrome Non-Operative

Weeks 1-4 Upper Body Ergometer PROM: full in all planes with emphasis on functional IR Scapular...

Dr. Haleem Chaudhary Featured on Living Senior Smart (WCPO)

Dr. Haleem Chaudhary is a joint replacement specialist at Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. ...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS – ACHILLES TENDON REPAIR

-6 weeks of walking boot starting at first visit w/ 3 heel lifts - decrease 1 heel lift per week Medication: If...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - ANKLE ARTHROSCOPY

WEIGHT BEARING/MOVEMENT Unless told otherwise by Dr. Burleson, you should be non-weight bearing on the...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - ELBOW ARTHROSCOPY

MOVEMENT You can move your elbow as much as tolerated. You should come out of your sling...

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...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - KNEE ARTHROSCOPY WITH ACL RECONSTRUCTION

BRACE/MOVEMENT You can walk and bend your knee as much as tolerated. Use your crutches and brace for...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS HIP ARTHROSCOPY WITH TROCHANTERIC BURSECTOMY

MOVEMENT You are touch down (50%) weight bearing after surgery; it is required that you use crutches...

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...

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...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - Abductor Repair

Post Op WB as tolerated Brace 6 weeks limiting adduction PROM at week 1 No CPM Week...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - HIP ARTHROSCOPY WITH LABRAL REPAIR

MOVEMENT You are touch down (50%) weight bearing after surgery; it is required that you use crutches...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - KNEE ARTHROSCOPY WITH PCL/PLC RECONSTRUCTION

Post op Brace locked at 0° for 1 week Increase 20° of flexion every two weeks in brace FWB...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - PATELLAR REALIGNMENT

Post- op - Ambulation locked at 0 for 6 weeks - Early PROM with CPM up to 90 deg. - MPFL: limit CPM...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - ORIF PATELLA

BRACE/MOVEMENT You can walk with the brace locked in extension with full weight. Have the brace locked...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - KNEE ARTHROSCOPY WITH PATELLAR TENDON DEBRIDEMENT/REPAIR

SLING/MOVEMENT Use your crutches for the first week. Do not go for long walks or stand on your feet...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - Osteochondral allograft Femoral condyle

Post op 50% PWB x 6 weeks Full PROM CPM x 4 weeks Less than 90 until 1st post op ...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - MPFL Recon/repair

Post- op - Ambulation locked at 0 for 6 weeks, some 30 of flexion at week 1 - Early PROM with CPM up...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - KNEE ARTHROSCOPY WITH MENISCUS REPAIR

Post- op 0-90 x 6 weeks Crutches x 6 weeks with TTWB and brace locked at zero 7 wks begin...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - KNEE ARTHROSCOPY WITH MENISCUS REPAIR + ACL reconstruction

Post- op Brace locked at Zero with ambulation x 6 weeks Use crutches for 4 weeks with PWB Wear...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - QUAD/PATELLA TENDON REPAIR

Post op Can start incremental PROM at 4-7 weeks ( i.e. 15° Weekly) have brace mirror this Start...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - KNEE Tibial plateau fracture

TTWB for 6 weeks Brace locked in extension while ambulating Early PT for Quad sets/SLR CPM ...

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...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - PROXIMAL HAMSTRING REPAIR

Post op -PWB as tolerated immediately, wean off crutches at 6 weeks - No brace - At 4 weeks begin...

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...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - ORIF CLAVICLE FRACTURE

Post Op Can start pendulums @ 1 week Start PT @ 4 weeks @ 7 weeks no ROM restrictions if no...

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...

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...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY WITH ROTATOR CUFF REPAIR

ROM Sling x 4 weeks Start PT x 4 weeks Limit ER to 30 deg. SLING/MOVEMENT For the...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS - SHOULDER ARTHROSCOPY WITH ROTATOR CUFF REPAIR

ROM Sling x 4 weeks Passive ROM @ 4 weeks Active ROM @ 7 weeks Light strength @ 10 weeks Large...

POSTOPERATIVE INSTRUCTIONS – UNICOMPARTMENTAL KNEE ARTHROPLASTY

MOVEMENT You can walk and bend your knee as much as tolerated. Use your crutches for the first week. ...

FLEXOR/PRONATOR MASS REPAIR

IMMEDIATE POSTOPERATIVE PHASE Goals Protect healing tissue Decrease pain/inflammation ...

Tommy John Rehabilitation

Introduction The ulnar collateral ligament reconstruction is a tendon transfer procedure. No muscles...

Triceps Repair

Maximum Protection Phase (Day 1 to Week 8) Weeks 0-2 Brace: 30 to 60 degrees flexion ROM: ...

ULNAR NERVE TRANSPOSITION

0 to 2 weeks: Squeeze soft sponge or a soft putty Elbow supported in sling leaving the wrist...

HIP ARTHROSCOPY REHABILITATION

GENERAL GOALS: Non-antalgic gait (No pain with ambulation) Increase passive ROM of the affected...

ACHILLES TENDON REPAIR

POST OPERATIVE MANAGEMENT Posterior splint for 14 days NWB with crutches WEEKS 2-6 ...

Conditions for Knee Replacement

Healthy knees are vital for many people to complete every day, physical activities. Unfortunately,...

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...

Exercises to Strengthen Your Hips

The hip is a large, deep ball and socket joint that joins many muscles, ligaments and tendons. These...

Total Shoulder Replacement or Reverse Shoulder Replacement

Total Shoulder Replacement or Reverse Shoulder Replacement Shoulder arthroplasty, often called a total...

Rotator Cuff Tear and Surgery

In this article, the experts at Beacon Orthopaedics explore the range of symptoms involved with rotator...

Frequently Asked Questions: AC Joint Injuries

AC joint injuries are common among those who participate in competitive athletics. Two of the most common...

MACI Procedure for Knee Rejuvenation

Dr. Razzano spent some time explaining the MACI procedure on the WING radio station (ESPN 1410) in Dayton,...

Frequently Asked Questions About Hip Arthroscopy

Arthroscopy is a surgical technique that has revolutionized the way that complex hip conditions are treated....

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....

Is My Hip Pain From Arthritis or Bursitis?

Your hips have a herculean task: they must support the weight and movement of your entire body while...

Pincer, Cam and Combined Hip Impingement

The hip is the largest ball-and-socket joint in the body. The ball-shaped head of the femur (thigh bone)...

How to Restore Hip Flexibility and Strength

Tight hip flexors are probably the most common muscle imbalance in America. That’s because the average...

How Active Can I Be After Joint Replacement?

A combined 280,000 joint replacement surgeries were performed in 2016, according to the American Joint...

ACL Tears and Treatments

An ACL (Anterior Cruciate Ligament) tear can be a devastating injury to an athlete or to anyone else...

What to Expect When Your Doctor Recommends Rotator Cuff Surgery

Rotator cuff surgery repairs damaged shoulders, specifically damage caused by injuries. The injury may...

Total Shoulder Replacement Surgery

When the damage to your shoulder is extensive and can't be effectively repaired with rotator cuff surgery...

Shoulder Pain: Common Causes and Proven Solutions

Shoulder pain can be the result of a chronic illness such as arthritis or a sports-related injury. No...

Osteoarthritis: What is it and How is it Treated?

What is osteoarthritis? Osteoarthritis affects millions of Americans each year and is thought to be...

How to Prepare for Rotator Cuff Surgery: Everything You Need to Know

Rotator cuff surgeries have been on the rise in the United States. While surgical techniques have changed...

Five Ways to Protect Your Knees While Exercising

As two of the most complex joints in your body, your knees are built to withstand an enormous amount...

Kyphoplasty and Vertebral Compression Fractures

What is Osteoporosis? How is it diagnosed? What are the potential complications? What treatments...

Technologies for Spinal Safety

There are several technologies that are available in assisting the surgeon to accurately place hardware...

Surgical Options in Cervical Radiculopathy

There are several causes of cervical radiculopathy (nerve pain radiating from the neck to the arm or...

Spinal Stenosis: Diagnosis and Treatment Options

Spinal stenosis is a common entity found in patients above the age of 50 and can involve a multitude...

Cervical Spine Radiculopathy

Neck pain with radiation down the right or left arm is known as Cervical Radiculopathy or what people...

Cervical Myelopathy (spinal cord compression)

Cervical Myelopathy (spinal cord compression) is a clinical syndrome that results from the disruption...

Fireworks Safety

If fireworks are legal to buy where you live and you choose to use them, be sure to follow the following...

What are Pinched Nerves in the Spine?

Dr. Ian Rodway, a fellowship trained spine surgeon, addresses pinched nerves in the spine: Nerves...

Comparing Standard and Gender-Specific Knee Replacements in Women

Knee replacement surgery is considered among the best treatments for end-stage arthritis of the knee....

Hip Pain, Bursitis, and Athletes

There is no one part of the body that contributes so much to an athlete’s strength, balance, and speed...

Is My Shoulder Pain from Arthritis or Bursitis?

Your shoulders are packed with bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Shoulder pain can develop from...

Proper Batting Mechanics to Avoid Hip Injuries in Baseball

Batting is an extraordinary display of body mechanics, power, and timing. Each time a batter goes to...

Questions Athletes Should Ask Before Knee Replacement Surgery

For the ordinary patient, knee replacement surgery can allow them to return to a comfortable lifestyle;...

The Most Common Hip Injuries in Athletes

Fortunately, it takes a considerable amount of force to seriously damage a healthy hip. The large muscles...

Issues Around the Hip: From Tendonitis to Bursitis

The hip is the largest ball-and-socket joint in the body. Its functions are twofold: it supports and...

Shoulder Trauma and Recovery: Fractures

Shoulder pain is far too common. Unfortunately, the discomfort of a stiff, painful shoulder is often...

Total Hip Replacement: From Surgery to Recovery

About 1/4th of Americans report having hip pain most of the time, according to the third National Health...

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...

Total Shoulder Replacement Recovery Plan

Total shoulder replacement surgery, also known as total shoulder arthroplasty, is an effective way of...

Frequently Asked Questions about Anterior Approach Hip Replacement

Total hip replacement, also called hip arthroplasty, has become a widespread procedure in recent years...

Tendon Injuries in the Shoulder FAQ

The shoulder is the most flexible joint in the human body. It consists of the three bones: the clavicle...

Non-Arthritic Hip Conditions

Hip pain is often thought to be a part of the natural aging process. This may be due in part to the prevalence...

Hip Preservation Surgery: Conditions and Treatments

The hip, similar to other areas of the body, is subject to congenital, developmental, and post-traumatic...

FAQ Shoulder Fractures: Clavicle, Proximal, Humerus, Scapular

Any high-energy impact to the shoulder can cause a fracture in the bone; these types of impacts include...

Comprehensive Recovery Protocol: Knee Injuries

The knee joint is one the largest and most complex joints in the human body. It consists of four bones:...

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...

A Practical Guide to Common Shoulder Pains and Issues

There’s no shortage of shoulder pain going around. In fact, in 2006, an astonishing 7.5 million people...

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...

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...

Total Shoulder Replacement or Reverse Shoulder Replacement

Shoulder arthroplasty, often called a total shoulder replacement, is a well-established surgery for treating...

Frequently Asked Questions about Rotator Cuff Tears

Your rotator cuff is an integral part of your shoulder—helping stabilize the shoulder by holding the...

Frequently Asked Questions about Shoulder Arthritis

Inflammation in your joints may be a result of degeneration called arthritis. This can cause symptoms...

The Case of Acute and Chronic Back Pain: When to Seek Consultation

While the majority of back pain episodes resolve quickly, back pain stands as one of the most common...

Shoulder Instability and Labral Tear FAQs

Because of the complex composition of the shoulder, you can position your arms and hands basically...

An Examination of Hip Labral Tears: Symptoms, Treatment, and Recovery

Your hips act as the foundation for your entire body. Your hips contribute to your core strength which...

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...

Frequently Asked Questions about Hip Pain: Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)

Your hip joint is comprised of a “ball” and a “socket”—where your femoral head fits into the...

Frequently Asked Questions: Suprascapular Nerve Entrapment

Suprascapular nerve entrapment is a rare condition that can be easily misdiagnosed or even go unnoticed...

Is it a Broken Ankle or a Sprain?

You fall and injure your ankle. Next you gauge your pain and ask: “Is it a broken ankle or a sprain?”...

Back Pain: Common Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

No matter your fitness level, back injuries can drastically change the course of your athletic career...

Frozen Shoulder FAQs

Frozen shoulder is a common, complex problem that affects many individuals. Despite ample research, a...

The Most Common Overuse Injuries in Sports

Practice makes perfect. No pain, no gain. Probably every athlete has heard these phrases at some point...

Spinal Conditions Treated with Minimally Invasive Surgery

Back pain remains one of the most common types of chronic pain in the US; with severity ranging from...

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...

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...

Treating Meniscus Injuries

Treating Meniscus Injuries The meniscus is the semi-circular shaped disc, or cushion, that functions as...

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...

Is Ankle Replacement the Solution for You?

What is Total Ankle Arthroplasty (Ankle Replacement)? Ankle replacement surgery serves to treat a patient...

Recovery Guide to Foot & Ankle Surgery

We are glad that you have chosen Dr. Miller for your foot and ankle surgery. Our goal is to make this...

The Difference Between Herniated and Bulging Discs, and What That Means for You

Back pain is the second most common reason people take sick days—second only to the common cold. That...

Know When You Need Surgery: Conditions Treated by Knee Replacements

Most people will experience some degree of knee pain or a knee injury in their lifetime, and often those...

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...

Low Vitamin D: Are Your Bones At Risk?

The Need for Vitamin "D": Vitamin D has been a hot button topic for years now. Why is it so important?...

Frequently Asked Questions about Rotator Cuff Injuries

What is a rotator cuff injury? The shoulder consists of the humerus (upper arm bone), scapula (shoulder...

Preventing Shoulder Cuff Injuries in Athletes

The shoulder has the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body. It allows the arm to move away...

Proper Lifting Technique to Avoid Back Injuries

More than one million injuries are sustained in the workplace each year. Back injuries, in particular,...

Conditions Treated by Total and Partial Hip Replacements

The hip is one of the largest joints in the body and one of its most important. The rounded head of the...

The Risk of ACL Injuries in Female Athletes

Since the introduction of Title IX in 1972, there has been a 545% increase in the number of women playing...

ACL Injuries: Signs and Treatments

Whether you’re an athlete or just a sports fan, you’ve probably heard of the dreaded ACL tear. Though...

Common Overuse Injuries in Baseball

Summer is here, and baseball season is at its peak. Soon, the leaves will begin to curl, kids will go...

Arthroscopic Surgery for Common Sports Injuries

Today’s elite athletes push the boundaries of what is humanly possible. Countless train, day and night,...

Frozen Shoulder: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

The shoulder is one of the most complex joints of the body. In its most simplified form, it is made up...

Detecting and Treating Femoroacetabular Impingement (FAI)

FAI or “Femoroacetabular Impingement” is a condition where the hip bones are shaped abnormally and...

Which ACL Reconstruction is Best?

When it comes to ACL reconstructions there are two primary methods: using an autograft and using an allograft....

The Benefits of Partial Knee Replacements

Approximately 1 in every 5 adults experiences knee pain, with many experiencing a level of severity that...

Healthy Nutrition on the Road

Swimming, soccer, baseball, softball, basketball, and just about every other competitive sport means...

4 Non-Surgical Treatments for Neck Pain

You’re probably reading this on your phone. If not your phone, then we bet you’re looking at a computer...

Regenexx SCP (Platelet Injections)

Henry Stiene, M.D. of Beacon Orthopaedics is thrilled to be the only physician (excluding spine)...

ACL Reconstruction - General Information

Every year, more than 120,000 anterior cruciate ligament repair surgeries (also called ACL reconstruction...

Big Toe and Foot Pain - New Option You Need to Know

The Big Toe Pain Game Changer Big toe pain can come in many varieties. One of the most common causes...

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...

Tommy John Surgery: Treating Elbow Injuries in Athletes

Spring is here and that means little league, high school, and college baseball are in full swing. Of...

Pitch Tips from Fatherly.com and Dr. Timothy Kremchek

There is a heated discussion occurring on Little League fields all over the nation. First, there’s...

Total Shoulder Replacement: A Treatment for Shoulder Arthritis

Shoulder arthritis can be debilitating in many patients, resulting in persistent lateral arm pain that...

Is Spinal Stenosis the Cause of Your Neck or Back Pain?

When you experience neck or back pain, the cause may not always be obvious. After all, degenerative disc...

Knee Surgery: Choosing Between Total or Partial Knee Replacement

The knee joint is designed to absorb the shock that results from running, jumping, bending, and hundreds...

What's the Difference between Orthopaedic and Orthopedic?

Orthopaedics or orthopedics? We’ve all seen it spelled both ways but which one is correct? And –...

UCL Injuries of the Elbow

What is the UCL? The UCL (Ulnar Collateral Ligament) is a ligament on the inside part of the elbow....

Spring Sports Introduce New Ankle Injuries

What you need to know Sun and warmth are just around the corner and that means high school...

Shoulder Labral Tears

Shoulder labral tears are a common acute injury. Learn more about how tears occur and some of the best...

Meniscus Tears in the Knee

What is a Meniscus Tear? The meniscus is a cartilage cushion between the femur (thigh bone) and tibia...

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. ...

Shoulder Impingement

What is a Shoulder Impingement? Shoulder impingement occurs when the tunnel between acromion process...

Common Questions About MCL Knee Sprains

What is a MCL Sprain? MCL stands for medial collateral ligament and is located on the inside of the...

The Advantages of an Arthroscopic Procedure

For high school and college athletes, there are few things worse than a season-ending injury. If sitting...

3 Ways to Reduce Office Back Pain

You were designed to be active. Unfortunately, despite the substantial body of research which concludes...

Non-Surgical Treatments for Back Pain

Your back works hard. In fact, your lower back carries the entire weight of your torso throughout the...

Anterior Joint Replacement: An Alternative Treatment for Hip Pain

If your hip has been irreversibly damaged by arthritis, the excruciating pain associated with movement...

Non-Surgical Approaches to Arthritis

The 50 million American adults who suffer from Arthritis—no matter their background, ethnicity, or...

Receive Immediate Orthopedic Care at Our Walk-In Clinic

When you experience an orthopedic injury, the sooner it is addressed and the sooner the proper therapies...

Golfer Rory McIlroy Back Injury - Back Injury Prevention - Dr. Jaideep Chunduri

The scoop on Rory McIlroy's back injury and how you can prevent back injuries from messing with your...

Regenexx Bone Marrow Concentrate Therapy

The Regenexx™ Family of Procedures: Henry Stiene, M.D. of Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports...

Arthritis Pain Frequently Asked Questions

What is arthritis? Generally speaking, arthritis simply means “joint inflammation.” Cartilage,...

ACL Repair and Reconstruction

ACL Repair and ACL Reconstruction A Brief Overview The anterior cruciate ligament, also referred to...

Why does a hip replacement require a revision?

Surgery is not a pleasant prospect for most patients. For active adults with arthritis, it can mean...

South Dearborn Receives New Medical Equipment

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine and Dearborn County Hospital provide athletic training and...

John Lamb Has Surgery at Beacon Orthopaedics

Early in the season, John Lamb reportedly began suffering from a lumbar disc herniation. The left handed...

Quarterback Leads Miami to Victory After ACL Surgery

The Miami Redhawks storm the field at Yager Stadium on Saturday. Gus Ragland, the sophomore quarterback,...

Perineural Injection Therapy (PIT or Lyftogt Technique)

Written by Henry A. Stiene, M.D. Perineural Injection Therapy (PIT) is a proven safe, effective treatment...

Reds Sports Medicine Provider Clears Homer Bailey for Return to MLB

Sunday is going to be a landmark day for Homer Bailey and his team. Usually, that "team" refers to...

Dr. McClung's Sugery FAQ's

Thank you for choosing Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine and Dr. McClung for your care. We are...

Access to Spinal Care in Northern Kentucky Receives a Boost

Beacon Orthopaedics welcomed David Sower, MD, to its clinic in Erlanger, with the goal of providing better...

Prolotherapy (Proliferant Therapy)

Prolotherapy (short for proliferant therapy) treats pain arising from joints, tendons, ligaments, muscles,...

Robby Sexton Drafted by Boston Red Socks after Tommy John Surgery

Wright State University Pataskala pitcher Robby Sexton was selected in the 14th round by the Boston...

Spine Care for Teen Athletes

Tips For Keeping Teens Active And Healthy from a Spine Care Specialist As a general rule, today’s...

How the Opioid Epidemic Impacts Pain Management in Cincinnati

Sadly, there is an opioid and heroin epidemic sweeping our nation. Greater Cincinnati is feeling the...

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....

Oakland A's Pitcher Chooses Beacon Orthopaedics for UCL Reconstruction

The Oakland Athletics confirmed that right handed pitcher Chris Bassitt will undergo surgery for UCL...

Shoulder Sling Education (Breg SlingShot™ 3)

The SlingShot™ 3 Brace is a shoulder sling manufactured by Breg. The brace is specially designed...

Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis with platelet injections and Percutaneous Needle Tenotomy

Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common reasons patients seek orthopedic care for the foot....

Chris Bassitt May Have Tommy John Surgery from Dr. Kremchek

After performing Tommy John surgery on Felix Doubront April 12, 2016, Dr. Timothy Kremchek of Beacon...

Dr. David Sower Joins Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine

Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is proud to welcome Dr. David Sower to our Northern Kentucky...

Medical History and Trades: The Reds Medical Director Pulls Back the Curtain

Balancing baseball duties with patient needs can be a difficult juggling routine. There are many, many...

Tips and Tricks for Common Injuries

As an orthopaedic foot and ankle specialist, I see two very common sources of pain: ankle sprains and...

Colton Bachman - After an ACL Tear

During a running drill just prior to Piqua’s first football scrimmage, senior Colton Bachman heard...

2016 Signing Day for Greater Miami Conference Athletics

Congratulations to all our football players from Greater Miami Conference athletics as they continue...

Brennaman Thanks Dr. Mohab Foad

It's a rare week when I don't see a Reds game in person but Marty and I did watch or listen to just...

Joint Fluid Therapy (Viscosupplementation)

Viscosupplementation Joint fluid therapy, or viscosupplementation, has long been an option for those...

Learn More About Tim Kremchek, MD: Best Chapter Magazine

Best Chapter Magazine recently did a great spotlight story on Tim Kremchek, MD, calling him the "Orchestrator...

Foot & Ankle Injuries from Adam Miller, MD

Learn More About Foot & Ankle from Dr. Adam Miller: Doctor Adam Miller, M.D. is one of the leading...

Dr. Miller, BioEngineering Advisor on Osteochondral Repairs Capstone

One of the doctors at Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine is partnering with undergraduates to improve osteochondral...

Tendon Repair

Get back to your favorite activities fast with our new tendon repair outpatient procedure. Joint or...

Elbow, Ankle & Foot Exercises and Stretches

Interested in a few easy exercises and stretches for your elbow, foot, or ankle? Below are a...

Pre-Operative Packets

Pre-Operative Packets: Below you will find a list of Pre-Operative Packets for some of the common procedures...

Physical Therapy Protocols - Dr. Robert Rolf

Below you will find a list of physical therapy protocols that can be followed after having a procedure...

Sports Injury Prevention

Sports Injury Prevention: Stop the Injuries In the world of orthopaedics, few things are as important...

Ankle Sprains

Rolled, Twisted and Turned: How to Get Back on the Court After Ankle Sprains Rolled, twisted, and turned:...

Achilles Injuries

Preventing Achilles Injuries: What can go wrong on the court? Most people are familiar with the great...

Hand Only CPR: A Better Way to Save Lives?

Hand Only CPR: A Better Way to Save Lives? Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest affects more than 300,000...

Shoulder Treatment Education

Why an Article on Shoulder Treatment Education? Proper shoulder treatment education is important when...

Orthopaedic Research & Articles

Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine Encourages Orthopaedic Research & Articles: Continuous research...

Surgical Videos (Graphic)

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Surgery Animations

SupraPec approach with Healix Anchor (lasso loop) SupraPec approach with Milagro interference screw---Please...

Pre-Op & Post-Op Instructions

What You Need To Know About Knee Arthroscopy: On the day of surgery you cannot eat or drink anything...

Sleeping After Shoulder Surgery

Dr. McClung’s tips for sleeping after shoulder surgery The most common objective of shoulder surgery...

Physical Therapy Protocols-Dr. Glen McClung

Physical Therapy Protocol from Dr. Glen McClung: Please find the protocols for therapists below. These...

Running Injury Prevention

For active people, often the worst imaginable scenario is one in which they are required to rest to prevent...

Young Arms and Curveballs: A Scientific Twist

Are curveballs really dangerous for young pitchers to throw? This interesting article by the New York...

Knee Injuries on the Rise for Female Athletes

The Journal-News ran an article featuring Dr. Kremchek about the rise of knee injuries in female athletes,...

Concussion Testing & Symptoms

Dr. Tim Kremchek asks parents and coaches to work with the medical team of area schools, to provide support...

Dr. Timothy Kremchek Named in Top 10 MLB Surgeons

Bleacher Report named Dr. Timothy Kremchek one of the Top 10 Super Surgeons of the MLB for his work on...

In Kremchek They Trust

For two decades, Dr. Timothy Kremchek has kept the Cincinnati Reds in the game while building a local...

Rotator Cuff Injuries

Dr. Tim Kremchek has served as the team physician for the Cincinnati Reds for the last 15 years, and...

Knee Scopes/Arthroscopy

Trouble bending, squatting, twisting and even pain while walking or running are symptoms of a damaged...

Tommy John Surgery

Dr. Timothy Kremchek of Beacon Orthopaedics is part of the team that provides medical and orthopaedic...

ACL Reconstruction Information

The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, is often easily damaged. Unfortunately, when this ligament is...

Surgery FAQ's

MOHAB FOAD, MD FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) Below is a list of FAQs regarding your upcoming...

Spine Conditions and Procedures

Utilize the program below to learn more about specific spine conditions, procedures, and treatment options....

Sacroiliac Joint Disorders & Treatment

Learn about SI Joint Disorders and Treatment by watching this video: Click to Schedule with Dr....

What is Computer Assisted Surgery?

The use of technology plays a vital role in the advancement of medical procedures. Computer Assisted...

What is the Physician Assistant's Role?

At Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, there are many Physician Assistants that work with the physicians...

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

I see patients almost daily with hand pain and numbness. Often they come in wondering if they have carpal...

Snow Sports Safety

As winter approaches, many people in the greater Cincinnati area will be dusting off their snow skis...

Hunting Season Safety

A Note on Hunting Season Safety from Dr. Argo: As hunting season nears in Indiana and Ohio, many of...

Overuse Injuries & Specializing Too Early

I see young athletes in my office every week that suffer from overuse injuries. Too much of a good thing...

Understanding & Preventing Heat Illness

Understanding & Preventing Heat Illness: The heat of summer increases the risk of heat related...

Protecting Young Pitchers

Protecting Young Pitchers: When baseball season is in full swing, I see young baseball players in my...

Pre-Participation Sports Physicals

One of the most important preparations for the upcoming year in athletics is the pre-participation sports...

Sources of Knee Pain

Sources of Knee Pain and Easy Treatments: There are several potential sources of knee pain with the...

Shoulder Pain: Rotator Cuff Tears, a Note from Dr. Argo

A Note from Doctor Argo on Rotator Cuff Tears: I see patients in my office daily with shoulder pain....

Dr. Bartsch Offers Tenex Health TX™

What is Tenex Health TX™? Dr. John Bartsch has become a provider of the advanced Tenex Health TX™...

Common Head and Neck Injuries from Sports

Common Head and Neck Injuries from Sports: Doctor John Brannan of Beacon Orthopaedics and Spine discusses...

Surgical Management of Knee Dislocations

Click here to download the full PDF version of Dr. Cha’s research. Abstract: BACKGROUND: The...

The Acutely Dislocated Knee: Evaluation and Management

Click here to download the full PDF version of Dr. Cha's research. Abstract: Acute...