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Patient Education
Relieving the Pain of Spinal Stenosis
Wednesday, March 13. Light dinner at 6 p.m. followed by program at 6:30 p.m.Rotunda, 6th floor, Outpatient Center, Altoona Hospital Campus.
As we age, our spinal canal narrows. This usually occurs gradually and is unnoticed until and unless there are symptoms, which can include spinal pain, as well as pain or numbness in the arms or legs. Charles Harvey, D.O., of Elite Orthopedics will discuss nonsurgical and surgical stenosis treatment and take questions. No fee. Registration required. Call 814.889.2630 or 1.888.313.4665.
What to Do About That Shoulder Pain
Friday, March 22. Lunch at 11 a.m. Program from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.Education Center, Trzeciak Conference Suite, 2621 8th Ave.
Join David Junkin, M.D., a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine specialist with Elite Orthopedics, as he discusses common causes of shoulder pain and its treatment. The discussion will include nonsurgical therapies and surgical treatments, including minimally invasive procedures and joint replacements - all with the goal of getting patients back to their desired levels of activity. Ample time will be allotted for your questions. No fee. Registration required. Call 814.889.2630 or 1.888.313.4665.
Orthopedic information courtesy of Healthfinder.gov