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Clavicle Fracture: What You Need to Know

By Dr. Michael MarchettiOrthopedic Trauma is a term used to describe an injury to the musculoskeletal system as a result of a serious and sudden injury. One of the most common orthopedic trauma...

All Rotator Cuff Injuries Are Not The Same

Dr. Owen McConvilleBy Dr. Owen McConvilleIn the United States, rotator cuff injuries are a common cause of shoulder pain. Rotator cuff injuries are known to cause weakness in the shoulder,...

7 Reasons to Visit a Sports Medicine Doctor

By Dr. Michael GearyIf you have experienced a sports related injury, you may benefit from a visit with a sports medicine doctor. Sports Medicine is a subspecialty of orthopedics that focuses...

3 Most Common Sports Medicine Injuries in Children and Teens

By South Shore OrthopedicsReviewed by Dr. Katherine MerraThere is nothing more fun and exhausting than an active kid. If your child plays sports, your weekends are probably spent on the sidelines...

Preparing For Total Hip Replacement

By Dr. Michael AyersIf you have made the decision to undergo a total hip replacement, it is completely understandable to feel apprehensive about the procedure. At South Shore Orthopedics, we...

The Ins and Outs of Wide-Awake Surgery

Do you need surgery on your hand but are nervous about being put to sleep? If so, look no further than Wide-Awake Surgery with Local Anesthesia. That’s right, South Shore Orthopedics offers...

Benefits of Visiting a Hand Surgeon

By Dr. Glen SeidmanOur hands are an integral part of our daily routine. We use them to cook, eat, write, drive, and more. When pain or injury occurs to our hands, it can be difficult or painful to...

What Can I do for my Osteoarthritis?

By Dr. Michael RowlandIf you have been diagnosed with osteoarthritis, you may be left wondering why. OA occurs when the articular cartilage that covers the ends of bones in the joints gradually...

Is Rotator Cuff Repair Right For Me?

By Dr Michael MarchettiHave you been diagnosed with a rotator cuff injury? If so, you may be struggling with the decision to undergo surgery to repair your damaged shoulder. In order to determine...

5 Qualities For Selecting an Orthopedic Doctor

Tennis Elbow. Torn ACL. Rotator Cuff Pain. Whatever your ailment, you have made the decision to visit an orthopedic doctor. Now, you are left with the daunting task of determining the right...

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