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.

 

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Phone: (802) 442-6314
Fax: (844) 526-1901

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    Your Dog and Your Health

    The healthiest people understand the benefits of having a health care team. You work with your primary care physician (PCP) and pharmacist, for instance, to ensure you are getting the appropriate screenings and taking your medications properly. Depending on your situation, your PCP might refer you to a specialist physician, a physical therapist, or a mental health counselor. For many, their dog is considered a crucial member of their health care team.

    But, wait. A dog. Really? Really. Researchers who study the relationship between dog ownership and good health make an impressive case for owning a dog. Dogs improve several health-related aspects of peoples’ lives and decrease risk factors for one of the nations most prevalent and deadly diseases: heart disease.

    Physical Activity
    Weve heard it a million times; increased physical activity directly relates to decreased risk of a number of diseases, from diabetes to breast and colon cancer. Therefore, it makes sense that anything motivating you to exercise would be good for your health. A dog, leash in mouth, tail wagging by the door, makes a convincing argument for more exercise.

    One study published in Clinical Nursing Research and cited on petpartners.org, a non-profit that promotes the relationship to animals and health, found a walking program matching sedentary adults with dogs resulted in an increase in walking over 52 weeks. Participants’ motivation was clear in their comments. They said, the dogs need us to walk them.”

    Another study, from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), reviewed the behaviors of more than 2,500 older adults for three years. Those who regularly walked their dog walked faster and for a longer time than those who do not; older adults with a slower walking speed are at a greater risk for falling. Results from the study revealed they also had greater mobility inside their homes than those who did not walk dogs.

    Socialization     
    Another benefit to dog ownership is increased socialization. We know that people who have more social relationships are more likely to live longer and less likely to show mental and physical declines as they age. Dogs work to increase socialization in two key ways.

    First of all, they are excellent companions in and of themselves. Many dog owners speak to the deeply affectionate bonds they have with their dogs. They are like my kids,” some say. They provide devotion, acceptance, and a sense of purpose for many of their owners’ lives.  Secondly, dogs may help people increase human relationships, too. Several studies cited by the NIH have shown that walking with a dog leads to more conversations and helps people stay socially connected.

    Whats more, dogs can be especially important to those who have difficulty interacting with other humans. According to HABRI, the Human Animal Bond Research Initiative Foundation, symptoms of those with post-traumatic stress disorder and depression are greatly improved by interactions with dogs. HABRI.org also cited a 2014 study in which researchers found improved social behaviors—including smiles, laughs and verbalization; improved attitude; and decreased depression and agitation—among Alzheimers patients who have access to a therapy dog.

    Stress Relief
    Those skeptical about the relationship between dog ownership and better health suggest that its possible that healthier people are more likely to own a dog than people in frail health. Experts generally agree this could be true. There are few randomized controlled studies providing credible evidence.

    Among the best studies is one cited by the New York Times, which takes the factor of choosing whether to get a dog out of the equation. It relates to stress and pets in general. Forty-eight stockbrokers with hypertension were put on medication that lowered their blood pressure. Then, researchers divided them into groups, and members of one group were directed to adopt a dog or cat. Six months later, researchers found that the stockbrokers who had adopted pets were markedly calmer in the face of stressful events when around their new companions than the stockbrokers without pets.

    Reduced Risk
    Together, improvements in physical activity, socialization, and stress levels add up to decreased risk for illness, especially heart disease and cancer. In May 2013, a panel of experts convened by the American Heart Association published a statement linking pet ownership to increased cardiovascular benefit. Similarly, a Baylor College of Medicine researcher studying the relationship concluded, There are plausible psychological, sociological and physiological reasons to believe that pet ownership might actually have a causal role in decreasing cardiovascular risk.”

    Many health experts fall short of recommending patients get a dog for the health benefits alone. Note, however, that many of the studies found little to no benefit in owning a pet alone; you need to exercise with your pet to get the full benefit of physical activity and spend time with your pet to get the benefit of stress reduction.  In conclusion, if you have a dog, be sure to get out there for walking and play activities. Make sure to do plenty of research if you are considering owning a dog and be sure you have the time, motivation, and financial resources to care for a dog. The health benefits will be an added bonus.

    Michael Fredette, DPT, CSCS, is a physical therapist at Southwestern Vermont Medical Center in Bennington.

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