Outpatient Surgery Comes to Castle by Paul F. Witt, M.D.

When Castle Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, S.C., expanded and moved to its new facility in 2002, a couple of new services were also provided. In addition to new office facilities, diagnostic radiology (X-Ray) and physical therapy, an open MRI... read more >>

Understanding Low Back Pain by Thomas J. McGivney, MD

Low back pain is one of the most common conditions for which patients will seek care from a physician. It is estimated that 65-80% of all US citizens will suffer from at least one episode of low back pain during their lifetime. In fact, 8% of all doctors... read more >>

Total Hip Arthroplasty by Scott M. O'Connor, MD

There are over 150,000 total hip arthroplasties (THA) performed in the U,.S. each year. The first THA was performed in 1960, and millions have undergone this procedure and experienced the relief from chronic pain that this operation can provide. Subsequent... read more >>

Oh, my Aching...Shoulder by Suresh Velagapudi, M.D.

The shoulder is a remarkable joint—allowing motion in multiple direction while at the same time maintaining stability so that it does not dislocate. A complex of ligaments and tendons function in concert to achieve this marvelous balance between motion and... read more >>