Pain in Mark Rody’s right hip was almost unbearable. The unrelenting ache had started in 2020 and eventually sidelined him from most of the activities he loved. Biking, walking – even elliptical training – were out of the question.

As we age, our joints may wear out. While we may not be eager to have a joint replacement, it may be helpful to understand how to know when it’s time to talk to an orthopedic surgeon about our options. These are some of the common questions we hear from our patients. 

Constant knee pain and swelling finally forced David Bonham to say, “enough.” It was time for a specialist to take a look at his aching joint.

Have you heard about Life’s Essential 8? It’s an important checklist to help you take care of your heart and enjoy a longer, healthier life.

Certain cancer treatments can put you at increased risk of weak or thinning bones. That means you may have a greater chance of broken bones or fractures.

Pat Rice thought she was on the right path to recover from a total knee replacement in November 2020. She wanted nothing more than to be out of pain and back to her regular routine.

A diagnosis of prostate cancer brought Jeff Alwine to his knees. Nearly every member of his family had died from cancer, including his father. Now he faced the disease on an even more personal level.

Whether you’re young or old, healthy or not, trauma like heart attacks, stroke or a car accident can happen to anyone.

Brenda Murray, Bristol, started her cardiac rehabilitation program in March 2021 after having a stent placed. Once she completed the 36 sessions, she continued with the maintenance program offered at Goshen Heart & Vascular Center.

As we age, we increase the likelihood of developing certain types of cancer. That’s why it’s important for men around age 50 to talk to their healthcare provider about their risk of developing prostate cancer and when to begin having a prostate-specific antigen screening – or PSA test.