Back Pain In Active Adults
Whether you’re an athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or someone who engages in regular physical activity, experiencing back pain can be frustrating and debilitating. In this blog we’ll explore the causes of back pain in active adults and discuss prevention techniques to keep you moving and enjoying your activities. Back Pain By Activity Golfing Golfers are […]
Common Baseball Injuries by Position and Tips To Avoid Them
Baseball is a fun and exciting sport that demands a unique combination of skills from each player, depending on their position. Whether you’re a pitcher, catcher, infielder, or outfielder, each role comes with its own set of physical challenges and injury risks. Understanding the common injuries associated with each position and knowing how to avoid […]
Playing Through the Pain: Identifying Common Hand Issues Among Musicians
In the world of music, the hands of musicians are responsible for creating beautiful melodies and harmonies that grab the attention of anyone listening. Behind the scenes, many instrumentalists struggle with hand problems that can affect their ability to play and perform. From pianists to percussionists, each instrument presents unique challenges that can lead to […]
Orthopedic Injuries with Dr. Lasater
Dr. Peter Lasater is an orthopedic and sports medicine surgeon, joining Michigan Surgery Specialists in late 2023. Dr. Lasater is versed in both arthroscopic and open orthopedic procedures and treats numerous conditions from the shoulders down to the ankles in adults and in children. Keep reading to learn more about the common conditions he treats […]
Understanding and Managing Sacroiliac Joint Pain
Sacroiliac joint (SI joint) pain is a common yet often misunderstood condition that can significantly impact one’s quality of life. The SI joint connects the spine to the pelvis and plays a crucial role in providing stability and absorbing shock during movement. When this joint becomes painful or dysfunctional, it can lead to discomfort, limited […]
Experiencing back or neck pain? We can help with that!
Michigan Surgery Specialists offers orthopedic services for your back and neck pain! We understand that conditions of the spine can be scary and seeking treatment might be pushed off because of the possibility of surgery. So we asked our specialists to shed some light on the common back/neck conditions and solutions to help put your […]
The Importance of Occupational Therapy According to Hand Surgeons
Some may think that recovering from an injury or illness ends after surgery. But for many hand conditions, occupational therapy is prescribed by your hand specialist to ensure that you have the best outcome possible. In this blog, you’ll learn why our hand surgeons feel occupational therapy is an important part of the healing process. […]
Standard vs Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Surgery
Carpal tunnel may be the most commonly known hand procedure out there, but this highly performed surgery has changed a little over the years. While most providers still perform a standard, open carpal tunnel release, some surgeons have started performing the procedure endoscopically. Here, we’ll outline the differences between the two surgery styles so you […]
How do you know when it’s time to see a hand specialist?
Life is busy. Between work, school, family life, personal life, routines and hobbies, we all have a lot going on, and we don’t always have the time to prioritize our health. Sometimes we know when an injury is an emergency and sometimes we don’t. Hopefully, this article will help you decide when it’s the right […]
Sources of Your Hip Pain and What We Can Do About Them
Hip pain is a common occurrence, particularly as we age. While this discomfort can be caused by injury, it can also stem from degenerative conditions, leading to chronic pain if left untreated. Here we’ll be addressing different causes of hip pain in adults of all age groups, how they’re diagnosed and possible treatment options. What […]
Overuse Injuries of the Hand and Wrist
We use our hands and arms every day; for work, play and all kinds of misc. activities. Though these tasks have to be done, some of the repetitive movements necessary to complete these tasks can also contribute to injuries of the hands and upper extremity, leaving us in pain and discomfort. In this blog, we’ll […]
Weightlifter’s Elbow
Elbow pain can be caused by several sports and activities. There’s golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow and even bowler’s elbow, but this article is going to focus on weightlifter’s elbow. What is weightlifter’s elbow? This injury, formally known as triceps tendonitis, is an overuse injury that causes pain at elbow joint. This discomfort is caused by […]
Occupations that are hazardous to your hand health
Working isn’t always our favorite thing to do, but it’s a necessary part of life. It’s safe to say that all jobs come with some kind of risk, but there are some that are more dangerous to your hand health than others. In 2020, there were close to 200,000 recorded workplace injuries of the hand, […]
Wrist Fractures
On average, the physicians at Michigan Surgery Specialists treat over 1,000 wrist fractures every year! Wrist fractures are a little more complex than they sound so keep reading to explore how this injury occurs, why it’s so common and how we treat it. Wrist Fracture Types Wrist Fracture, aka broken wrist, is one of the […]
What You Need to Know About Treating and Preventing Nursemaid’s Elbow
Injuries among children are common from sports, rough play and accidents. But it is less often that you hear about injuries arising from keeping children out of harm’s way or from innocent playing. Enter: Nursemaid’s Elbow. In this article we will outline what Nursemaid’s Elbow is, how it happens and how it is treated. What […]
Your Questions, Answered: Treating A Broken Collarbone
Many think a clavicle fracture, aka a broken collarbone, is just something that happens during adolescence from rough play or sporting injuries. But in fact, broken collarbones account for roughly 5% of all fractures in adults. Keep reading to find out the who, what, when and how of clavicle fractures. Who? Who breaks their collarbone? […]
Reasons to think twice before your next manicure
Many women (and some men) find themselves on a regular schedule for visiting the nail salon; every 2-4 weeks for a manicure/pedicure with a color change to fit the new desired style or celebrate an event. But did you know that these pampering activities can actually do some harm to your hands and feet? Here […]
Michigan Surgery Specialists is welcoming a new hand surgeon!
Dr. E. Michael Grady comes to us from fellowship with a patient centered focus and passion for hand surgery in the Metro-Detroit area. He specializes in common and complex conditions of the forearm, wrist, hand and fingers. Take a moment to learn all about Dr. Michael Grady! Let’s start from the beginning… Dr. Grady was […]
Burn Injuries and How To Treat Them
Summertime in Michigan is here, which means bonfires, cookouts and fireworks! Though these warm weather activities can be a lot of fun when performed safely, they can also be the cause of some serious injuries to your hands and body. In this blog, we’ll be discussing burn related injuries from work and play and how […]
Shoulder Pain? You May Be Suffering From Impingement Syndrome
If you’re experiencing pain and swelling in your shoulder, you may be thinking, did I pull something? Did I tear a muscle? I must have slept on my side wrong. While any of these could be the source of your pain, it may be that you’re suffering from Impingement Syndrome! What exactly is Impingement Syndrome? […]