Four New Joints, One New Perspective
By Norman Mindrebo, MD Riverview Health Physicians Orthopedics & Sports Medicine I’ve always been an active individual. Orthopedic surgeons typically have an aura of being active and strong, and I’ve always tried to set a good example for my patients. I’ve lifted weights for years, and I enjoy horseback riding and cycling with my wife, […]
Overcoming Chronic Pain with Technology
For most, pain is something that can be dealt with by taking an occasional over-the-counter medication. But for others, treatment of chronic pain can become a complex issue—taking a toll both physically and emotionally. Unfortunately, this was the case for Angie Purcell. Angie has lived in Hamilton County for over 30 years. She loves spending […]
#MyFocus: Get to Know Dr. Scott Smith
Meet Scott Smith, MD, an orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at Riverview Health Physicians Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Westfield. Dr. Smith joined Riverview Health in 2019 and is fellowship-trained in sports medicine. His clinical interests include arthroscopic and reconstructive surgery of the shoulder and knee, orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. To get to […]
#MyFocus: Get to Know Dr. Andrew Malin
Meet Andrew Malin, MD, an orthopedic surgeon at Riverview Health Physicians Orthopedics & Sports Medicine. Dr. Malin joined the Riverview Health team in August 2020, and practices at Riverview Health Physicians Orthopedics & Sports Medicine in Noblesville. Dr. Malin is a fellowship-trained hip and knee specialist, performing a high volume of minimally invasive hip replacement, […]
Overcoming Knee Pain at Riverview Health
John Cook had tried everything for his knee pain—injections, CBD oil—you name it. Injections offered him some relief, but not much. CBD oil didn’t help at all. After five years of dealing with significant arthritis and pain, John had had enough and was ready to look at surgical options. When a friend told John about […]
Feeling Fearless After Knee Surgery
A former nurse of 25 years, Noblesville resident Patty planned to spend her retirement doing the things she loved: walking her dog, Bella, water skiing and playing tennis. But knee pain was getting in the way of her plans. “When I was 30, I got really sick, and the doctors had to give me IV […]
At-home Remedies for Wintertime Aches and Pains
By John Ward, MD People who live with arthritis and chronic pain may be familiar with the aches and pains that come with cold weather. If you’ve ever searched the internet for pain remedies, you know there’s no shortage of advice and opinions about how to deal with this problem. But which at-home remedies actually […]
What to Expect When You’re Recovering from Joint Replacement Surgery
By Norman Mindrebo, MD Orthopedic Surgeon at New Hope Orthopedics & Sports Medicine If you struggle with joint pain that affects your everyday activities—from exercise to housework to simply getting out of bed—and pain relievers or injections no longer work, you could benefit from a joint replacement. As with any major surgery, it’s important to […]
4 Facts About Osteoarthritis
Arthritis of the joints affects the lives of millions of people and living with joint pain can decrease the quality of your day-to-day life. According to the Arthritis Foundation, about 27 million people in the United States have osteoarthritis, which is the most common of the three types of arthritis. Also read: Treatment Options for […]
Treatment Options for Osteoarthritis
If you or a loved one is diagnosed with osteoarthritis, you may wonder how to stop the pain. For those with osteoarthritis, there are a variety of treatment options to help you get back to living life with less pain. Also read: 4 Facts about Osteoarthritis >> Start by giving yourself a rest by decreasing […]