SPECIAL EDITION: ORTHOPEDIC HEALTH

Hello. If you're ready to feel more like your old self again, the orthopedic specialists at Mercy Medical Center in Merced can help. Whether your pain is caused by arthritis, a sports injury, or some other condition, our expert care teams work together to customize a plan just for you. In this special edition of Hello Healthy, learn about orthopedic services at Mercy Medical Center, new advancements in minimally-invasive spine surgery, treatment options for hip and knee pain, and more.

Back to Health: Minimally-Invasive Spine Surgery Advances in spine surgery are making these procedures less invasive and more successful. Orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Michael Cluck, explains the benefits of minimally-invasive spine surgery, including faster recovery times and smaller scars. Listen to our Hello Healthy podcast featuring Dr. Cluck to learn more about the latest advancements.

Joint Replacement: Steps to Living Pain Free Is joint replacement surgery for hip or knee in your future? The Steps Program at Mercy Medical Center is designed to educate and involve you every step of the way so that you can have the most successful surgical outcome possible. Learn more about our comprehensive Steps Program at Mercy Medical Center in Merced.

Hip and Knee Pain: Is it Time to Get Help? If your hips or knees are snapping, crackling and popping - you're not alone. From arthritis to sports injuries, there's lots of reasons for joint pain, but you don't have to live with it. Listen to our Hello Healthy podcast with orthopedic specialist, Dr. Naseem Beauchman, to learn more about causes and treatment options.

What are the Types of Arthritis? There are several types but the most common include osteoarthritis, rheumatoid or rheumatic arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, and post-traumatic arthritis. All cause pain and limited range of motion, but they affect the body in different ways. If you think your pain may be arthritis, click here to learn more.

To find a Dignity Health physician or orthopedic specialist, please call  209-600-0391 or use our  Find a Doctor search tool.

Thank you for reading Hello Healthy. We hope you find this information useful. Hello Healthy is not intended to provide personal medical advice which should be obtained directly from a health care provider. If you do not wish to receive Hello Healthy, you can unsubscribe at the bottom of this newsletter.

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