Health & Wellness Blog

Between 2022 and 2050, the United States is projected to see a 47% increase in the number of Americans aged 65 and older.1   This progressive aging trend will have public

Written By, Robert Waskowitz, MD For many, an ACL injury can significantly change the way we go about our lives. It could be a career changer or season-ending injury for a

Hip replacement surgery is one of the most common and successful surgeries performed in the United States every year. Over time, the beating our hips take from activity, i

Diabetic foot problems are a major health concern. Nerve damage and poor circulation are two complications of diabetes, which are associated with many conditions that affe

Ready, Set, Hike! Football is back! We are still early in the season, but we’re already seeing some of the league’s best players succumb to injury. New York Giants star re

Did you know the spine has over 120 muscles in it? With all those muscles, it’s easy to cause harm to your back.  Spinal injuries can be caused by several different factor

Did You Know: The average person walks roughly 115,000 miles throughout their lifetime. That’s the equivalent of circling the globe four times! Talking about foot health c

No one should live with pain, but unfortunately, some live with constant physical pain that impacts almost every aspect of their life. Pain can interfere with your daily a

It’s that time of the year again when athletes of all ages prepare to transition back to school and get ready for after-school practices and games. This can be exciting, b

Is running really a good exercise? Running is one of the best cardio exercises you can do to stay healthy. However, it is a high-impact exercise, which can be harder on yo

A weekend warrior is someone who is only active when they have time. They will go a week without working out at all and then spend the weekend overcompensating, which can

What is Workplace Safety and Why is it Important? Workplace safety is defined as “The process of protecting employees from work-related illness and injury” (OSHA). Through

Golf is a popular sport enjoyed by people of all ages. Technique is crucial to the game of golf, not only to shoot well, but to avoid pain and injury as well. For proper f

Arthritis is pain and stiffness caused by inflammation of the joints. The most common type treated by our doctors at OAH is osteoarthritis. Osteoarthritis occurs when the

What is Osteoporosis? Osteoporosis is a condition in which bones become weak and brittle, leading them to fracture and break easily. With Osteoporosis, new bone creation d

Written By Dr. Daniel Witmer Total joint replacement is one of the most common procedures performed in the United States. By 2030, we expect over 1 million joint replaceme