Every year, nearly 2 million Americans report paying a visit to their doctor due to issues related to a rotator cuff tear. Made of muscles and tendons, the rotator cuff is what keeps your upper arm bone secured within your shoulder socket. Rotator cuff tear causes include physical injury, progressive degeneration and wear and tear […]
One woman’s story of how she got back in the saddle again Meet Karen, a retired nurse who rescues horses. Karen is a patient of Dr. McLaughlin at the Kennedy Center with an inspiring story to share. Throughout her life, Karen has been extremely active and enjoys physical activity and exercise, especially training her horses. […]
Does living with knee pain make your life miserable? Does it hurt to walk up and down stairs? Do you have trouble sleeping because you can’t get away from the pain? Do the simple things in life just feel too hard? Are doing daily living activities getting painful? If that’s the case, you’re probably looking […]
What’s the best age for a hip replacement? Here’s a hint: They aren’t just for people over 65 anymore. In fact, 76 million people in the United States experience some sort of hip pain. In the recent past, because hip replacements lasted only 10-15 years, doctors determined that they were only appropriate for older people. […]
Does it hurt when you walk up and down stairs? Is there pain in your hips when you bend over? Do your hips hurt when you lie down to sleep? Does pain from your hip often radiate down your leg? If you could say yes to any of the above, hip pain is most likely […]
These days, most of us are spending the majority of our time at home. Even though we’re staying “Safer at Home” to avoid spreading COVID-19, it is still important to stay active and healthy. But the reality is staying active and eating healthy at home seems deceivingly easier than it actually is. You might be […]
At the Kennedy Center and Mercy Medical Hospital, we are cognizant and proactive in our measures to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus COVID-19. In addition, we are monitoring the latest updates and recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and local health department. If you have a scheduled appointment or procedure […]
Planning for hip replacement surgery may feel daunting at first, but with the right plan in place, you can make the transition into a more active life as easy as possible. When preparing for hip surgery, consider both pre- and post-op. It’s important to know what you can do now to help recover as quickly […]
When shoulder pain restricts the basic tasks of life like reaching for the top shelf, drying your hair or carrying children around, life becomes hard. Whether you’re suffering from arthritis, a cartilage disorder or you’re experiencing the general wear and tear that comes with age, it could be time to consider surgery instead of the […]
Is hip pain affecting your daily life? Is it hard to walk the dog, go to the grocery store or complete other everyday tasks? If so, you may find yourself one of 300,000 Americans who will need a hip replacement surgery this year. When considering a hip replacement surgery, you’ll want to discuss with your […]
