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Featured Physician

David Kittleson, M.D.

Expertise:
Total Joint Replacement,
Sports Medicine

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Areas of Excellence

• Arthroscopic Surgery
• Foot and Ankle Surgery
• Fracture Care
• Hand Surgery
• Joint Fluid Therapy
• Joint Reconstruction
• Minimally Invasive Surgery
• Shoulder and Elbow Surgery
• Spinal Disorders and Surgery
• Sports Medicine

Locations

Summit Orthopedics

Columbia Heights
Downtown St. Paul-Ritchie
Eagan
Forest Lake
Hastings
Maplewood
Downtown St. Paul-Gallery
Vadnais Heights
Woodbury-Allina
Woodbury-Woodwinds

Contact Us

Phone:
(888) 896-9494

Web site:
www.summitortho.com

Email:
enews@summitortho.com

June 2009
Volume 2 Issue 8

Avoid Summer Sports Injuries

Each summer doctors see countless numbers of injuries related to outdoor sports. Golf and baseball, though not high-impact sports, can leave participants with aches and pains in their joints, particularly their shoulders, elbows, knees, and backs.

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Orthopedic Injuries Seen After-Hours

Summer means more outdoor sports and activities, which can mean more opportunity for joint and muscle injuries — at any time of the day. OrthoQUICK is an after-hours clinic for athletes and other activity-goers who need quick and convenient care.

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Dr. Stromwall on KARE-TV

Dr. Amy Stromwall, a sports medicine specialist at Summit Orthopedics, appeared in-studio on KARE-TV last month to discuss running injuries and injury prevention tips relevant to runners of all levels.

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Spinal Cord Stimulation for Back Pain

Physical therapy, medication, rest, and various types of surgical procedures are all proven effective treatment options to help a person overcome chronic low back pain. Spinal cord stimulation can also help when other methods fail.

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