Injury Prevention for High School Athletes
Some 30 million kids play some type of organized sports in the United States. More than 10 percent of them, some 3.5 million, will experience an injury at one point or another. There are many benefits for teens who participate in sports. These benefits are immediate and extend far into the future. Playing sports on […]
Treatment Options for Carpal Tunnel and Wrist Pain
Are you noticing a numb, weak, pins-and-needles or falling asleep sensation in your hand and wrist? What about pain in your wrist? Perhaps, all of these sensations are occurring for no apparent reason. If you’re having these symptoms, chances are you could be experiencing carpal tunnel syndrome. It’s best not to delay carpal tunnel treatment […]
Important OIP Family of Care Provider Update
To Our Family of Care Patients: On May 23, 2020, the seven physicians in the OIP Arlington Division, (Timothy Ackerman, William Beutler, Matthew Espenshade, John Grandrimo, Scott King, Robert Maurer and Walter Peppelman) will no longer be a part of our OIP group practice. They will become employees of a hospital-owned group at UPMC Pinnacle. […]
Training for Spring Sports After A Long Winter’s Nap
Winter weather and holidays cause many people to take a workout break and pack on a few pounds, but there’s nothing stopping you from getting back in the swing of things. Getting back into shape after winter or any long break means easing in to your workout to prevent injury, and you can be ready […]
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Free PIAA Sports Physicals Walk-in Clinics
Free, Walk-in Clinics for PIAA Sports Physicals for Athletes in Middle School and High School offered this Summer PinnacleHealth Sports Medicine and OIP Family of Care will be hosting free Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association (PIAA) Sport Physicals for athletes in middle school and high school from 6-8 p.m. on July 20, 27 and August 3. […]
Expansion of the Orthopedic Injury Clinic
The Orthopedic Institute of Pennsylvania is pleased to announce the expansion of their Orthopedic Injury Clinic. Our team will be available 24 hours a day 7 days week by phone at 855-OUCH-OIP to assist you in arranging for care of your acute orthopedic injuries. OIP’s Orthopedic Injury Clinic is open SEVEN DAYS A WEEK. Hours are […]
OIP at Vantage Health Fair
OIP was thrilled to be invited to the Vantage Foods Health Fair this past Sunday!
Smile! Say Cheese for Bone Health!
It’s a welcomed guest melted on broccoli florets. It bubbles over a pizza slice. It bakes perfectly into muffins with a savory twist. Mix it into soups, dips or salads. Get your kids interested by pairing cheese with fruit and crackers. Whip it into mashed potatoes. Or, let it take center stage in mac-and-cheese! Cheese […]
A Parent’s Guide to Youth Sports
Signing up your child for a little league team can be intimidating, especially for someone with no intramural experience.