Newport Orthopedic Institute

By Russell S. Petrie, MD Although some orthopedic conditions are more common within certain age groups than others, shoulder problems are now becoming an ?equal opportunity? affliction in all age brackets. Why? Because the rise in popularity of extreme sports?such as daredevil BMX riding and snowboarding–has young people literally throwing their joints out of whack. [...]

By Bill Gabriel, MPT Ski season is just around the corner in southern California, as the weather gets colder and the mountains begin to get snowfall. Before you hit the slopes this year, be sure that your body is prepared to avoid injury. “Skiing and snowboarding are just like any other sport–they require training”, notes [...]

By Steven H. Gausewitz, MD If you are having pain, loss of strength, or a limited range of motion such as difficulty raising your arm or shoulder, you may be suffering from bursitis. A sac-like membrane (bursa) between the rotator cuff and the shoulder blade cushions and helps lubricate the motion between these two structures. [...]

By Steven H. Gausewitz, MD Not too long ago, patients undergoing joint replacement surgery could expect to stay in the hospital for about two weeks after a lengthy operation that left them with a foot-long incision. Thanks to many advancements that have transformed the realm of orthopedic surgery, patients are now experiencing much quicker recovery [...]

By Alan H. Beyer, MD, FACS With the arrival of September, many children head back to school and to the soccer field, track or volleyball court. This is the time of year when we start to see a surge in sports-related injuries in kids. But heeding some common-sense tips can help you keep your child [...]