SVMC ORTHOPEDICS


Restoring Active Lifestyles

Don’t let pain or injury keep you on the sidelines of your own life.

If pain or injury is holding you back from living the life you want, SVMC Orthopedics can help. The team of board-certified providers is here to provide the individualized treatment and compassionate care you need to get back to leading the life you love. SVMC Orthopedics offers state of the art diagnostic and treatment services, including non-surgical options and same-day joint replacement. 

If you suffer from severe or chronic hip, knee, or ankle pain, total joint replacement may be the best solution. Your orthopedic surgeon will help you understand your options and how joint replacement surgery can help to not just relieve your pain, but get you back to leading a full and active life.

Whether you need a hip replacement or knee replacement, surgeries are performed at SVMC with a rehabilitation program developed in conjunction with our Sports and Therapy department. We offer both in- patient and out-patient therapy options. Some patients are able to return home from a joint replacement surgery on the same day. For patients requiring additional recovery time, the Centers for Living & Rehabilitation (CLR) located on our campus can provide additional extra nursing care and therapy before returning home to fully independent care.

Because getting back to living is the ultimate goal of spinal surgery, the reduced recovery time required by minimally invasive surgery makes it an ideal option for many. 

At SVMC, you’ll be treated by a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon extensively trained in performing minimally invasive spine procedures and creating customized treatment plans. In some cases, you’ll be up and about in a few hours and back to work in a matter of days or weeks, not months.

Injuries to the rotator cuff are not only painful, they can be life limiting. When possible, the fellowship-trained surgeons at SVMC will attempt to treat your injury through non-surgical means, which may include physical therapy, medication, or injections. If those efforts are unsuccessful, your physician may recommend surgery here at SVMC. Utilizing the latest in arthroscopic technology, your repair can be made with only a slight incision, reducing your recovery time and chance of infection.  For more complicated injuries, a more involved surgery or even joint replacement may be necessary.

Regardless of your procedure, your care will continue post-surgery with a comprehensive rehabilitation plan developed in conjunction with our Physical Therapy department.

In addition to being delicate and complex, your hands and wrists are essential to your daily life. At SVMC, we appreciate that an injury or problem can limit your ability to work, play, and generally enjoy life. From fractures and arthritis to deformities and carpal tunnel syndrome, our providers can care for you. They can create a custom treatment plan using the most advanced surgical techniques, devices, and rehabilitation programs to help you maximize function and minimize pain for the best results possible.

The average person experiences two bone fractures in their lifetime. But as common as they are, every fracture is unique. From complex and stress to oblique and greenstick, at SVMC we diagnose and treat fractures with the specific cause and needs of the patient in mind. On-site imaging technology allows us to quickly assess your need and move quickly to begin the mending process. Depending upon the nature and cause of your injury, we may develop a continuing care plan to reduce or eliminate the chance of future injury.

Whether you’re a competitive athlete or a weekend warrior, our board-certified, fellowship-trained sports medicine specialists can help relieve your pain and get you back in the game or back to your everyday routine.

Our first approach is always conservative, meaning you won’t endure unnecessary treatments or care for your injury. We use the latest techniques and methods to resolve your issue in a manner that’s appropriate for you and your lifestyle.

If your injury does require surgery, it can be performed here, close to home where you can rest and recover in comfort. As part of your care, we’ll develop a personalized recovery plan utilizing the talents and facilities of our on-site Physical Therapy department. Together, we’ll help you recover faster, improve your strength and performance, and reduce the potential for future re-injury.

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Arthritis Today www.arthritistoday.org

National Osteoporosis Foundation nof.org

American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons orthoinfo.aaos.org

American Medical Society for Sports Medicine www.amssm.org

Yoga instructor Jane Jezouit had increasing pain in her hip to the point that she had difficulty teaching her yoga classes. In this video, she describes the care she received from SVMC Orthopedics and Dr. Michaela Schneiderbauer to get back to her active self.

Les Jorgensen's hip pain made it difficult for him to walk from his living room to his kitchen; never mind enjoy the activities he loves. After a hip replacement with Dr. Michaela Schneiderbauer, MD, of SVMC Orthopedics, he walks 18-holes of golf three times a week, pain free.

Celia Bahny and her family are very active. Unfortunately, Celia suffered a broken arm (in the same spot twice!) which slowed her down for a spell. Today, she is fully recovered with help from Dr. Matthew Nofziger of SVMC Orthopedics. In this video, Celia and her mother, Holly, discuss her care with Southwestern Vermont Medical Center and how we helped get her back to their active lifestyle.

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Avid hiker and guide Keld Alstrup relied on Dr. Matthew Nofziger and the expert team at SVMC Orthopedics to relieve his knee pain and restore his active lifestyle. Now he's back to "peak performance."

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Deborah Slaner Larkin talks about the care she received from Southwestern Vermont Medical Center Orthopedics and Sports Medicine and Dr. Suk Namkoong.

 

332 Dewey Street, Bennington, VT 05201
Phone: (802) 442-6314
Fax: (844) 526-1901

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    What to do about Nagging Shoulder Pain

    Shoulder pain is a common complaint among the patients I see and the causes are just as unique as the patients seeking help.

    Pain can stem from any number of things, including injuries from a fall,  arthritis, or even an overuse injury. In some cases, you can get what’s called “referred pain,” which is usually felt in the upper arm but originates from the shoulder.

    How you treat the pain depends on what’s causing it. Here’s a look at three of the most common conditions we see at SVMC Orthopedics and some typical treatment options.

    1. Osteoarthritis

      The most common type of arthritis, osteoarthritis of the shoulder is basically wear and tear. It occurs when the cartilage that covers the top of the bone deteriorates or wears away. It usually occurs in people over age 50 but may occur in younger people as the result of an injury or trauma, such as a fracture or dislocation.

      Regardless of the cause, osteoarthritis is characterized by pain while moving the shoulder or after moving the shoulder. Your range of motion may be limited due to pain, and you may also experience some clicking or creaking in the joint while moving it. Many patients also experience increased pain at night.

      While there is no cure for osteoarthritis, there are a few ways to manage the pain.

      Over-the-counter medication can help ease pain and make it easier to sleep soundly at night. Topical creams, ice, and heat are all adjuncts to help decrease your discomfort.

      I also recommend patients begin physical therapy to strengthen the muscles around the joint and provide stability, which in turn will help decrease the pain. The stronger the muscles, the less pressure is put on the joint and the less pain you’re likely to experience.

      As a last course of action, intra-articular injections with cortisone or even platelet-rich plasma (PRP) may be recommended. Derived from the patient’s own blood, PRP has been found to be effective at reducing pain and increasing function in joints affected by osteoarthritis. However, this is a relatively new treatment that is not currently covered by insurances.
       
    2. Rotator Cuff Damage

      The group of muscles and tendons that connect the arm to the shoulder are referred to as the rotator cuff. In addition to holding your arm in place, the rotator cuff makes it possible to raise your arms over your head. Because space is tight in the shoulder, it’s not uncommon for the tendons to rub against bone or ligaments. This friction is called impingement syndrome and causes inflammation in the rotator cuff. Activities like swinging a tennis racket or golf club, swimming, painting overhead, and other activities where there is overhead or repetitive movement can lead to pain.

      Most patients describe the pain as a dull ache that gets worse at night. You may also experience some arm weakness and find it difficult to do things such as brushing your hair or even reaching behind you.

      Depending upon the severity of the damage, treatment may range from a combination of rest, ice, and over-the-counter medication to physical therapy, cortisone injections, or possibly surgery.
       
    3. Bursitis

      Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa—small fluid-filled sacs that surround various joints in your body, providing a sort of cushion that helps reduce friction during movement.

      Bursas in the shoulders can become irritated from a range of things, including lifting a bag of groceries or a taking a fall skiing. Repeated movement and motion can further inflame the bursa and lead to bursitis.

      People with bursitis often complain that it hurts to move the joint and that the affected area is tender to the touch. In cases where the inflammation is severe, a cortisone injection may be recommended as well as physical therapy.

    Because there are so many moving parts in the shoulder, it’s important to get an accurate diagnosis and treatment plan. If you’re experiencing pain, call SVMC Orthopedics to schedule an appointment. The sooner we see you, the sooner we can look for ways to help you regain your mobility and restore your active lifestyle.

    Ivette Guttmann, MD, is a sports medicine physician at SVMC Orthopedics and also sees patients at Northern Berkshire Orthopedics in Williamstown, MA, and Twin Rivers Medical, P.C., in Hoosick Falls, NY.

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