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Shockwave Therapy: Would it work for you?

Introduction  Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (ESWT) is a therapy application of sound waves, high energy ultrasound that is transmitted through the skin to an area of pain or tissue breakdown. The sound wave will initiate a response in the body to try and heal the tissue. This therapy is considered ...


Regenerative Medicine

Traditional Treatment Paths Traditional treatment for orthopedic problems (specifically foot and ankle) usually consists of non-operative treatment. If this fails, we then will consider possible surgical intervention. Non-operative treatment has been largely based upon physical therapy and short-term ...


Cartilage Injuries: A Big Ankle Problem

Introduction  Cartilage injuries of the ankle, often referred to as osteochondral defects of the ankle (OCD’s) are all a way of saying that something happened inside the joint of the ankle. They most often come from trauma. Sometimes we don't know why they occur. It could be as simple as an ankle ...


Big Toe Pain: Turf Toe Injury

Several things can cause great toe pain: arthritis, injury to the bone, and soft tissue. A turf toe injury is when the bottom of the great toe is injured, and the soft tissue has damage to it. This is accompanied by pain, and it usually is onset by a hyper extension injury where the toe has forcibly ...


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 foot. In many cases this constitutes a bunion (hallux valgus). This can be unsightly and bother the patient. But it also can cause significant pain. Most commonly it causes pain while the patient wears ...


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 vast majority of injuries and pains can be treated non surgically. This allows the patient to try to be as active as possible, to continue to work and go to school but at the same time ...


Before and After Surgery

Having surgery soon? Here is what to expect throughout the process. We will discuss surgery prep, during surgery, and your recovery afterwards. Click here for our guide and more details for further information on Dr. Miller’s recovery process.   Preparing for the Surgery  In preparation for ...


Cincinnati Magazine Top Doctors 2022

Each year, physicians are selected by their peers in a survey, asking them which physicians they would turn to for their own personal care. Beacon Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is proud to have 49 doctors listed on the latest Cincinnati Magazine’s Top Docs List of 2022. We are very proud of all ...


Winter Sports Blog

As colder weather approaches, we start to transition into the Winter months which brings in our winter athletes! This time of year, is very busy in the orthopaedic office where Dr. Miller sees many of his athletes participating in various sports including: hockey, basketball, wrestling, and gymnastics. ...


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

When you go to an Orthopaedic doctor for foot and ankle care it is very likely you will be getting some sort of imaging done. When evaluating a patient, aside from the patient’s history and exam, an Orthopedic surgeon uses imaging to guide treatment. In most cases, doctors can tell a lot from basic ...


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 ...


Fall Sports Injuries

School is back in session which means athletes are back on the field ready to kick off their Fall sports seasons! This time of year we start to see a spike in athlete injuries like football, soccer, and volleyball. So, what are some of the things to look for in potential injuries an athlete may endure? ...


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 or simply developed pain. Pain can be common on the outside of the foot in this location.  There are several reasons pain can manifest along the lateral border of your foot. Common foot problems ...


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. These pains will most likely develop over time, however few will present seemingly out of the blue. There are several nonsurgical ways to treat these problems to better the pain. In fact, it ...


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 as they can become something more if not protected appropriately. Whether you dropped a jar on your foot or got stepped on in a game of soccer, don’t dismiss the pain. Sometimes the pain can come ...


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 in full force. There are a few things to be mindful of to prevent injury while engaging in high intensity sports. Whether it be a baseball player or track star- long jumper, new injuries tend to arise ...


Cincinnati Magazine Top Doctors 2021

Each year, physicians are selected by their peers in a survey, asking them which physicians they would turn to for their own personal care. Beacon Orthopaedics is proud to have 34 doctors listed on the latest Cincinnati Magazine’s Top Docs List of 2021. We are very proud of all of our physicians and ...


Child Injuries and Injury Prevention

We are all facing more time at home—and therefore the risk of home injury. While you would normally be gearing up for kid activities or sports, now you are forced to entertain at home…yikes. Child injury prevention, and home safety, is even more difficult with no break in sight. You may be shouting, ...


High Ankle Sprain versus Low Ankle Sprain

An ankle sprain is a stretch or tear to the ligaments holding the ankle bones together. Characterized by pain and swelling, these ankle injuries are common among athletes who play sports that involve running and jumping. These include high-impact sports such as basketball, soccer, football, and dance. When ...


Top Doctors 2020 at Beacon

Each year, physicians are selected by their peers in a survey, asking them which physicians they would turn to for their own personal care. Beacon doctors – 25 Tri-State physicians - were named to Cincinnati Magazine’s Top Docs List of 2020. We are very proud of all of our physicians and thank the ...


Pain Medication Safety

SAFE Use, Storage, and Disposal of Prescription Opioid Medicines from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Unfortunately, prescription drug abuse is a serious public health issue, widely referred to as an "epidemic" by public policymakers.  Opioids are prescribed for short-term pain reduction, ...


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?” This scenario accounts for one of the most common complaints; yet a simple twist and fall could become a complex injury involving bone, cartilage, ligaments and tendons. In this blog I will discuss ...


Is Ankle Replacement the Solution for You?

What is Total Ankle Arthroplasty (Ankle Replacement)? Ankle replacement surgery serves to treat a patient with severe arthritis of the ankle by resurfacing the bone surfaces at the ankle joint. Metal components articulate with a plastic component to allow for pain relief and range of motion. Recent ...


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 experience as pleasant as possible for you. If you have any questions about your hospital stay, rehabilitation or recovery period, please contact Dr. Miller's office for more information specific to ...


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? Why do so many people have low levels and what are the implications of that? The more we learn, it has become apparent the importance of this metabolite. Low "D" has been implicated in conditions ...


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 is arthritis in the toe at the metatarsophalangeal (MP) joint called "Hallux Rigidus". This joint is an area of high stress. Pain is more common in women and a common site for arthritis in the foot. ...


Spring Sports Introduce New Ankle Injuries

What you need to know   Sun and warmth are just around the corner and that means high school and club sports are gearing up. Because these sports are outdoors on a field and often uneven terrain, the ankle is particularly susceptible to injury. “Basketball and football are the sports ...


Tips and Tricks for Common Injuries

As an orthopaedic foot and ankle specialist, I see two very common sources of pain: ankle sprains and general heel discomfort. While I definitely recommending scheduling with me, there are a few actions that can be taken to reduce pain or treat common injuries. If your pain persists or increases, please ...


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 foot and ankle surgeons at Beacon Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.  As an active part of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS) and FootCareMD, Dr. Miller had the opportunity to ...


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 repairs in unstable joints. Dr. Adam Miller, MD is an orthopaedic surgeon serving the Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area. Since Dr. Miller focuses on foot and ankle injuries, ...


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, ...