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Keep Kids Safe During Summer Contact Sports

More than 2.6 million children, ages 19 and younger, visit the emergency department annually for recreation and sports-related injuries. Kids are still growing and developing, which puts them…

MRI for Back Pain: Be Careful What You Ask For

Patients with back and neck pain frequently ask their doctor if they need an MRI scan to diagnose and treat their problem. Their doctors answer “no” for most…

What Does 5-Star Excellence Look Like?

An unyielding dedication to our patients and their well-being has delivered an additional benefit. Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital (MOSH) has been recognized nationally for its excellence! It is…

Why National Athletic Training Month Matters

Each March, The National Athletic Trainers Association (NATA) gets to work promoting the efforts and value of its members. National Athletic Training Month was established to champion the…

Celebrating Recreational Therapy Month

On the heels of Valentine’s Day is another occasion that warms our hearts at MOSH. Did you know that February is International Recreational Therapy Month? If you’ve never…

5 Reasons Why You Need a Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeon

Being in-the-know about why physician board certifications matter can really pay-off for patients seeking a new doctor, especially if you are in need of an orthopedic surgeon or…

Biologics and Sports Medicine: The Wave of the Future?

On July 14, nearly 180 sports medicine professionals gathered at the Midwest Orthopedic Specialty Hospital in Franklin for the 2017 Sports Medicine Symposium to learn more about emerging…

Necks Need Exercise Too

Just like other muscles in your body, your neck can be exercised and strengthened to improve range of motion and prevent pain. However, most of us take for…

Common Golf Hip Injuries

Golf is often thought of as a gentle, calm, non-contact sport that is easy on the body. In comparison to football or hockey, that may be true. However,…