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Collarbone fractures commonly happen due to sports injuries or falling on an outstretched arm. Get help right away if you suspect a fractured collarbone. Without an evaluation or treatment, the injury may lead to chronic pain or even shoulder problems.

Jess Meyer, PA-C saved his vacation time and took a month off to travel around Europe and the Eastern European countries with his family. He shares his adventures and ultimately the lessons learned this feature article.

Bending your elbow compresses the ulnar nerve inside the cubital tunnel. The nerve can get inflamed or irritated after constant bending and pinching or after getting hurt. Over time, this can lead to pain or numbness that is often felt in your ring and little fingers.

Statistics show that over 250,000 Americans have carpal tunnel release procedures each year to correct the painful, sometimes debilitating condition known as carpal tunnel syndrome.

Did you know selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI) antidepressants can increase the risk of bone fracture? The risk is particularly higher for people aged 50 and above.  

Sometimes it's easier to just stay home! All of the doctors and providers at Advantage Orthopedic and Sports Medicine are available for virtual visits.  You can use your phone, tablet or computer to have a telehealth visit from the comfort of your own home or from work.

Dr. Davidson works with the athletic trainers at the local schools on the step-by-step requirements to get kids back to play safely after a concussion.  His unique training allows him to work with the trainers to provide post-injury testing to help assess and manage concussion injuries.

Lapifuse is the newest technique available to treat bunions.  Dr. Derek McCammon has successfully used this new technique to repair and relieve the pain of bunions.

Advantage Orthopedic and Sports Medicine is open and we continue to follow guidelines to keep our patients and staff healthy. If you have a cold, a cough or a fever, please call us to re-schedule your appointment. As in most healthcare settings, we still require patients and visitors to wear a mask.  When you arrive, we have an automated temperature scanner that will scan your face to check your temperature. If you have a fever you will be asked to reschedule.  We do not have any restriction on visitors, so you may bring a family member or friend with you to your appointment.