Summit Orthopedics

Summit interventional spine specialist Sierra McLean, MD, explains what steroid injections are and how they work to relieve pain originating from the spine or another joint in the body.

What Are Steroid Injections?

Steroids (als...

Summit interventional spine specialist Sierra McLean, MD, gives us an overview of the most common injections for back pain and how they work.

Why Do People Get Injections for Back Pain?

It may seem counterintuitive: Your back hu...

Preventing Workplace Injuries: Ergonomics on the Job Site

In the trades, your body is your most valuable asset. When a piece of equipment breaks down on the job, you fix it or replace it. But when your body breaks down, your livelihood is on the line.

That kind of wear goes way beyond normal end-of-shift soreness. This cumulative damage often shows up as orthoped...

How Heavy Is Too Heavy? Finding the Right Bag

From school backpacks and laptop bags to purses and crossbody bags, we carry more than we realize. But could your everyday bag be contributing to back, neck, or shoulder pain?

Summit Orthopedics expert Dr. Chris B...