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When is it safe to return to activities after a concussion?

When you experience injury, one fact is true. Your body needs time to heal. But, when the injury is a concussion, walking, mental activity and auditory and visual stimulation may prolong the healing time or in some cases, cause more damage. When a concussion occurs, it is important to seek medical ...

Don't let your child's backpack become a real pain

It's hard to believe that school starts in a few weeks, but it's true. Thousands of children laden with book-filled backpacks make their way to bus stops and school buildings every day. According to an American Association of Orthopedic Surgeons' report, the Consumer Product Safety Commission estim...

Do glucosamine and chondroitin supplements really work?

We would like to say, “Yes, the supplements always work and relieve pain.” But the best we can say is, “They work for some people, some of the time..” Major studies show they may work slightly better than placebo for people who have knee pain caused by osteoarthritis. If you decide to try gl...

Meet Benjamin Hackett, MD

Benjamin J. Hackett, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship trained orthopedic spine surgeon at Bone & Joint. He treats adults of all ages who suffer from arthritis, disc disease, bone spurs, and spinal-nerve-related problems. Dr. Hackett has a special interest in pain management and minimally inv...

Meet Dr. Kulpreet Sahota

Kulpreet Sahota, MD, FAAPMR, joined Bone & Joint in 2010. She is a fellowship trained, board-certified pain management specialist. Dr. Sahota diagnoses and manages musculoskeletal pain disorders, including the treatment of back and neck pain, pinched nerves, and sciatica pain. She also treats ch...

I don’t want to get addicted to painkillers. What are my options?

During your assessment, we will work with you to develop a treatment plan that recognizes your concerns and your care preferences. Sometimes, we may need to prescribe medication in the short-term to get the pain controlled, but we will monitor your pain levels and your medications very closely. It m...

Make your own hot and cold packs

You can find relief for minor injuries using heat and cold packs. Sprains and strains feel better after cold is applied; muscle aches respond better to heat therapy. You can buy commercial products that will provide both kinds of relief. You also can make your own. For just a few dollars, you can cr...

What’s the difference between acute and chronic pain?

Acute pain starts suddenly. It’s the type of pain you feel when you are injured or have surgery. It can be treated with a short-term prescription for medication and usually lasts for a few weeks or months as healing takes place. Chronic pain can last for months or years, well beyond the normal hea...

Is there hope for chronic pain sufferers?

Yes, there is. We understand pain management We know what it means to suffer from chronic pain. Even though you may have great coping skills that allow you to perform necessary daily activities, the sharp, stabbing or aching pain is a constant companion. We know how difficult it is to deal with cons...

Meet Scott D. Stuempfig, MD, FAAPMR

Dr. Scott Stuempfig is a pain management and physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist at Bone & Joint. He specializes in the treatment of arthritis, chronic pain, headache, painful spinal conditions, neck and back pain, neuralgias, and sciatica. He uses the latest electronic diagnosis, a...