Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Information and tips to help people get back to living the life they deserve

  • Physical therapy can improve bladder control, reduce fall risks

    Physical therapy can improve bladder control, reduce fall risks

    Frequent urination can contribute to your risk of falling. Fortunately, physical therapists can treat the cause of your bladder issues and help improve them without surgery or prescription medication.

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  • Providence St. Elias Specialty Hospital earns prestigious medical rehabilitation facility accreditation

    Providence St. Elias Specialty Hospital earns prestigious medical rehabilitation facility accreditation

    CARF International has announced that Providence St. Elias Specialty Hospital has been accredited for a period of three years for its 35-bed inpatient medical rehabilitation facility.

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  • Join a free, in-person lecture to learn how to liberate yourself from joint pain

    Join a free, in-person lecture to learn how to liberate yourself from joint pain

    Attend a FREE lecture at QVMC on June 29, 2023 at 6 p.m.

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  • Road to Recovery

    Road to Recovery

    For a Santa Barbara woman, distance is no object when it means receiving the best orthopedic care at Providence Mission Hospital.

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  • Get up and go: Maintaining spine health

    Get up and go: Maintaining spine health

    With warmer weather in sight, now is a great time to enjoy the outdoors – and improve your spine health along the way. Learn how.

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  • In a Matter of Minutes

    In a Matter of Minutes

    At Providence Little Company of Mary, stroke care is excellent and expedient.

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  • “Awake” During Surgery

    “Awake” During Surgery

    New advances allow some spine surgeries at Providence Little Company of Mary to take place with no general anesthesia. They can yield better results.

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  • Everett sports medicine doctor says, ‘Don’t wait until the pain is unbearable’

    Everett sports medicine doctor says, ‘Don’t wait until the pain is unbearable’

    Dr. Andrew Gomez, a lead physician at the popular Providence Sports Medicine clinic in Everett and champion of non-operative treatment options, says seeking care early is the best option for a full re

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  • Providence athletic trainer helps teen athlete get back in the game

    Providence athletic trainer helps teen athlete get back in the game

    Learn more about the important role Providence athletic trainers have on a team.

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  • Sports physicals are a cinch with Providence ExpressCare

    Sports physicals are a cinch with Providence ExpressCare

    It’s that time of year when young athletes all over the country are completing their sports physicals. ExpressCare offers options for busy parents.

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  • Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Centers earn U.S. News rankings, rated among top hospitals in California

    Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Centers earn U.S. News rankings, rated among top hospitals in California

    Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Centers earn US News rankings, rated among top hospitals in California

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  • Sports Training: How to Train for a Better Season

    Sports Training: How to Train for a Better Season

    Playing sports is great for mental and physical health. Be sure you’re training the healthiest way possible. Learn more from our sports medicine experts.

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  • Joint replacement surgery myths: What’s the truth?

    Joint replacement surgery myths: What’s the truth?

    Learn the real facts about joint replacement. Will you have a long hospital stay? Will your artificial joint wear out quickly?

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  • Protect yourself from injury at any age when playing sports

    Protect yourself from injury at any age when playing sports

    Whether you’re 18 or 80, you can follow these tips from a sports medicine expert to avoid injuries and stay in the game.

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  • Back pain doesn’t have to hold you back

    Back pain doesn’t have to hold you back

    Get answers and find relief from your back pain with the experienced team at Providence St. Patrick Hospital.

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  • Major improvements in joint replacement surgery make patient recovery easier

    Major improvements in joint replacement surgery make patient recovery easier

    Osteoarthritis, a condition that occurs when a joint deteriorates, can be treated with total joint replacement surgery which, with recent medical advances, is more effective than before.

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  • Find answers, relief from your low back pain

    Find answers, relief from your low back pain

    Low back pain is a leading cause of missed work and school. Learn about the different causes and treatment of back pain, and when surgery may be right.

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  • Knee surgery gave a competitive walker his life back

    Knee surgery gave a competitive walker his life back

    How having knee surgery at Providence gave competitive walker Bob Davidson his life back.

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  • Coaching the coaches: How Providence supports student athlete mental health

    Coaching the coaches: How Providence supports student athlete mental health

    Student athletes may be at risk for mental health issues. Providence has developed a program to provide resources to athletic trainers and coaches who support teens in sports.

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  • Get the facts on joint replacement surgery

    Get the facts on joint replacement surgery

    Advances in joint replacement are leading to shorter recovery, less pain and more movement. Find out if it’s right for you.

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