Preparing for a triathlon or the upcoming Dempsey Challenge? Or, maybe you’re just a casual cyclist. Whatever your participation may be, watch as Sam LaRiviere, DPT, talks all things bike fit in our latest video. To schedule a bike fit with Sam at our Spectrum Orthopaedics Windham office, click here. […]
Did you know that orthotics can help with providing support for your feet? Orthotics are great for anyone who needs a more supportive insole in their shoe, especially for those with conditions such as plantar fasciitis or tendonitis; or for athletes who tend to put more stress and strain on their feet. They will help […]
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An ACL (or anterior cruciate ligament) rupture is a common sports related injury, that is often noncontact in nature, involving a twisting injury to the knee while the leg is planted to the ground. An audible pop is often heard with the sensation that the knee has popped out of joint. Swelling is typically seen […]
It’s that time of year again! Time to shine up the golf clubs and hit the links. After a long winter and less travel, we are all ready, but is our body? Golf is a complicated combination of movement for the human body. Your body moves dynamically at each joint, which means that there are areas where you are lacking […]
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We are proud of the work that our staff and colleagues at Maine Medical Center did to create the OneConnect communication system. Spectrum Radiology’s OneConnect system presents a novel approach that supports timely and cost-effective communication of imaging findings to treating providers. Click the link below to read the full article, recently published in the […]
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Have you ever experienced vertigo? It is a common symptom that affects a large number of people. Vertigo creates a sense of spinning when you aren’t actually moving. It can worsen with certain head and neck movements. It has the ability to reduce your quality of life and also increase your risk of falling. It […]
Spring in Maine is a time that every Mainer truly looks forward to. The ice is melting, flowers are beginning to bloom, and it’s only 40 degrees out, but everyone finds a reason to wear shorts. If you are anything like me, staying inside over the winter has led to less movement and eating more […]
How many of us catch ourselves saying things such as “I do not recover as fast anymore” or “Everything seems harder as I get older?” Aging is a natural part of life and, unfortunately, so is the physical aging process of the body. So what’s a common condition most people associate with aging? Arthritis. Arthritis […]
Spectrum radiologist Christina Cinelli, MD recently worked with colleagues Ashley Quinn, Nancy Horn and Rebecca Murray to publish an article outlining Spectrum’s development of an efficient, comprehensive and personalized digital dashboard to track provider professional requirements including credentialing, privileging, focused professional performance evaluations, and accreditation. Learn more about “Implementation of an Electronic Dashboard for Reporting […]
Your hands are constantly on the go. Everyday activities, such as preparing a meal, woodworking, carrying grocery bags or using your computer can damage your hands over time. Joint protection techniques can help reduce pain, stress and inflammation of your joints. These techniques can also help prevent further deformities and increase your independence in daily […]
