What is adult acquired flat foot?
There are several causes for adult flatfoot, but most often flat feet is caused by posterior tibial tendon dysfunction, which is when the posterior tendon that supports your arch becomes stretched out, irritated and worn down.
OrthoIndy partners with Andretti Autosport as their official orthopedic provider
OrthoIndy is excited to announce its partnership with Andretti Autosport. OrthoIndy is the team’s official orthopedic provider and sponsor of car 26 driven by Zach Veach.
Common 4th of July injuries and safety tips
Whether you spend your Fourth of July on the lake or in your backyard, it’s important to celebrate the holiday safely. OrthoIndy Urgent Care is open for any slip or fall accidents that may occur when you are outside enjoying the holiday.
What is a rotation fracture?
A spinal fracture is a serious injury and should be treated immediately. A rotation fracture happens when you move or bend from side to side too far, causing your vertebrae to fracture.
Understanding orthobiologics in orthopedic treatment
What is orthobiologics, how can orthobiologics and stem cells work together and what about orthobiologics and platelet rich plasma? Here we explain what orthobiologic therapy is and how it can help you.
A coach being coached
For years, Donita trained to cycle across the United States. Finally, Donita’s dream was about to come true until the day of her last training run on May 24, 2016. Donita was four miles from her house when a truck hit her at 60 mph.
What are the most common injuries in track and field?
Dr. Mihir Patel, an OrthoIndy foot and ankle specialist, discusses injuries related to track and field and how to prevent these types of injuries.
What is subacromial impingement syndrome?
Repeated overhead motion can cause inflammation in your rotator cuff, making the tendons swell and “catch” on your upper shoulder bone. This is called subacromial impingement syndrome.
OrthoIndy Hospital Achieves Healthgrades Patient Safety Excellence Award for Eighth Year in a Row
OrthoIndy is in the top 5% in the nation for patient safety OrthoIndy Hospital is excited to announce they are a recipient of the Healthgrades 2020 Patient Safety Excellence AwardTM….
Why do they call it Tommy John Surgery?
Tommy John is a retired pitcher who played Major League Baseball from 1963 to 1989. If your team’s baseball pitcher needs Tommy John Surgery, it usually means overuse caused the UCL to fray, tear or become loose.
What are bone spurs in the hip?
Osteoarthritis is caused by long term wear and tear on your joint and usually occurs in older adults. This can cause little bony projections to form on your bones to protect your weak joint called bone spurs.
6 tips to stay positive after surgery in the summer
Recovering in the warmer months can be easier on your mental health than in the winter. Dr. Shook discusses how to safely take care of yourself, benefits of being outside and tips to stay positive after surgery in the warmer months.
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