Make May Count
May is National Osteoporosis Month and a good time to take some action on this quiet disease. Many people confuse osteoporosis and osteoarthritis. They often both occur in a person, but are totally different disease processes with totally different treatments. But whether you are 17 or 70, there are things you can do now to […]
We’re never too old to get in shape!
Robert Marchand is a 105 year old cyclist who had improved his world record for how far he could ride a bicycle in one hour from 15.1 miles at age 101 to 16.7 miles at age 103. That is an 11% improvement in performance due to vigorous training. Impressive at any age! In addition, his […]
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The Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania Welcomes New CEO
The largest provider of orthopedic care in the South Central PA region has successfully recruited a new CEO to take over the reins starting in April. William C. Thompson, II is leaving his position as the Director at the world-renown Hedley Orthopedic Institute in Phoenix, Arizona to join OIP. Prior to his work in Phoenix, […]
Lyme Disease & Joint Pain
-Symptoms of Lyme Disease -Treatment of Lyme Disease -Prevention of Lyme Disease If you are wondering if a disease can cause all your joints to hurt, Lyme disease is most likely the answer. An infection caused by bacterium carried by deer ticks, Lyme disease can be effectively treated with antibiotics when caught early. However, when […]
OIP on the cutting edge of total joint replacements
The Orthopedic Institute of PA performed Total hip and knee replacements on patients of the Pennsylvania Employee Benefits Trust Fund (PEBTF) as part of a year-long trial in an attempt to improve outcomes and reduce costs. The results were published nationally by the Health Care Incentives Improvement Institute HCI3. The results can be summed up […]
How to Prevent Common Fall Sports Injuries
The roar of the crowd as the running back heads into the end zone for a touchdown. The satisfying smack of the ball as a middle blocker delivers a thundering spike. The sweet swish of a goal hitting the back of a soccer net. The unison cries of cheerleaders as they execute a cupie. The […]
Clearing the Smoke Around Joint Replacement
Did you know the risks of complications after a total joint replacement are increased for smokers? The infection rate is six times higher in smokers than in non-smokers. The rate of blood clots and wound complications is significantly higher in smokers. However, If you stop smoking four weeks before joint replacement surgery, you can reduce […]
What You Need to Know About Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery
– Differences Between Posterior and Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery – Preparing for Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery – Recovery After Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery Conditions That Can Lead to Hip Replacement Surgery While Roger’s pain started immediately after a near spill on a slippery, sandy beach, his doctor explained that he had an underlying issue that would have […]
17th Annual Dauphin County 50plus Expo
OIP is very excited to be participating again as a Sponsor and Exhibitor of the 17th Annual Dauphin County 50plus Expo, held at the Hershey Lodge, 325 University Drive, Hershey, PA, on Tuesday, May 31st, from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm. Please stop by our booth (152-153) and say “hi!.” Free Health Screening: OIP […]