ACL vs. MCL Injuries: Understanding the Key Differences and How They Happen
Knee injuries extremely common while performing a wide range of activities, especially if they involve sudden stops, pivoting, or impact to the leg. Two of the most frequently injured parts of the knee are the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and the medial collateral ligament (MCL). Although these two ligaments are near each other and are […]
Fall Season Hazards: Common Hand and Orthopedic Injuries and How to Prevent Them
As the leaves begin to turn color and the nights become cooler, many people venture outdoors for seasonal activities. Whether it’s raking leaves, tailgating, bonfire evenings, or participating in sports, the fall season can unfortunately bring about an array of hand and orthopedic injuries. With cooler temperatures, wet surfaces from rain, and the physical demands […]
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 […]
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. That’s why we asked one of our orthopedic spine surgeons, Dr. Paul Al-Attar, to shed some light on the common […]
Chelsea Community, Get To Know Dr. Moore!
Michigan Surgery Specialists is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Andrew Moore, foot and ankle specialists in our Chelsea location. Keep reading to find out more about our newest surgeon… What is your typical patient like and what conditions do you treat? I perform all aspects of foot and ankle surgery, from trauma and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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? […]
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? […]
Ways the Winter is Affecting Your Hands and Joints
The coldest season of the year comes with all kinds of challenges to adapt to after months of warmth. From icy accidents to snow sport injuries, no body part is safe from the hazards of winter. In this post we’ll be outlining some of the common injuries and conditions that occurring during the colder months […]
How Working at a Desk is Affecting Your Hand and Orthopedic Health
It’s been one year since COVID-19 struck Michigan and our lives have still not gone back to normal. From every day outings like grocery shopping, dining experiences and vacation plans, to more serious topics like our children’s education and our own careers, we have all been affected in some way by this global pandemic. Many […]
So You Think You Hurt Your Shoulder: Common Injuries That Can Affect Anyone!
Shoulder injuries are a common problem we treat at Michigan Surgery Specialists. Unlike some other conditions, injuries of the shoulder are not limited to a particular age group or demographic. They can occur in a young athlete during a sporting event, or an elderly person experiencing a slip and fall accident. In this article we […]
Avoiding Injury While Returning to the Gym
After spending some time away from regular exercise (due to COVID, extended vacation, illness or any other reason), your muscles begin to weaken and your body will fatigue faster from cardio exercises. Because of this breakdown, your body (typically) cannot tolerate the same level of exercise you were previously performing at. Many people are so […]
10 Questions To Ask Your Surgeon
1. Are you board certified? Most physicians (and all of ours at Michigan Surgery Specialists) are either board certified or if they are a newer physician, board eligible. Initially, physicians have to pass their medical board exams in their specialty and sub-specialty within 5 years of completing residency/fellowship. The physicians within this 5 year period […]
Common Orthopedic Injuries To Avoid This Summer
Summer is finally here! The weather is nice, the water is warm and everyone is looking to have a little fun outdoors. Though most of us see summertime as the season to cut loose, sometimes the eagerness to have fun can get the best of us and injuries occur without warning. From sports injuries to […]
What Goes into Joint Replacement Procedures?
Total joint replacement is not something that should be taken lightly. The most important thing you can do is make sure to see a specialist if you have pain in any joint or if your extremity functions are being limited. The longer you wait and the more chronic the issue becomes, the more difficult the […]
Winter Is Here…A Look at Skiing and Snowboard Injuries, How to Avoid Them, and How to Heal
Skiing and snowboarding are wildly popular wintertime activities, and yet it does not bode well when you read of organizations like the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons who review and report on injuries sustained during these activities. For example, in 2018, that group said: “Both sports are responsible for a substantial number of musculoskeletal injuries […]