How Long Can a Concussion Last?
Say you take a blow to the head during a flag football game, then develop a headache and nausea — signs you know can indicate a concussion. You're i [...]
Why Different Parts of the Body Heal at Different Rates
The human body consists of different tissue types, and certain types heal faster than others. Although healing varies based on your health history and [...]
How to Sleep After Shoulder Surgery
If you're struggling to get a good night's sleep in the days following your shoulder surgery, you're not alone. Patients often find themselves wonderi [...]
Spinal Fusion Surgery — Commonly Asked Questions
The spinal column consists of the vertebrae, a series of 24 small bones. Between each vertebra, the intervertebral disks form joints and protect the v [...]
Anterior vs. Posterior Hip Replacement
Anterior vs. Posterior Hip Replacement: Which Is Right For You? Anterior hip replacement has become the most popular option for the treatment of hip [...]
How the Coronavirus Will Change Doctor’s Visits
The COVID-19 virus has changed so many things in such a short time — one of them is doctor's visits. If you haven't visited a doctor's office since [...]
How Ambulatory Care Responds to Second Wave of the Coronavirus
The health care heroes on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic have rightly received the lion's share of attention and kudos. Without them, we coul [...]
How We Help Patients Feel Safe Returning for In-Person Appointments
In the early months of the pandemic, routine doctor's appointments plummeted as people avoided going out for anything beyond basic necessities. Now, w [...]
How to Stay Active in the Winter as a Senior
When it gets chilly outside and forecasters begin calling for snow, you may feel like staying indoors with a blanket and reading a book. But after a f [...]
Shoulder Pain – Frozen Shoulder
Physician Blog by Edward J. Bieber, MD Shoulder Pain - Frozen Shoulder Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) is a loss of both active and passive [...]
Shoulder Pain – Cervical Spine
Physician Blog by Edward J. Bieber, MD Shoulder Pain - Cervical Spine There is a great deal of overlap between shoulder and neck (cervical spine) [...]
Shoulder Pain – Biceps Tendonitis
Physician Blog by Edward J. Bieber, MD Shoulder Pain - Biceps Tendonitis The biceps tendon is a common, though often overlooked, source of should [...]