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 […]
Before you run out this winter to clear the snow from your driveway, walkway, deck or car, make sure you are prepared to remove that snow as safely as you can. Below, we review some common injury information as well as some safety considerations to help prevent a potentially serious injury. Common Injuries The most […]
As a new mom, the amount of baby gear that’s available can be overwhelming. You want to make the most informed decision for both your baby and your family, but where do you start? Fellow new Mom and Spectrum Orthopaedics Physical Therapist, Megan C., broke down the do’s and don’ts of carrying your little one […]
So you have an injury and are told you need a cast. Sometimes an injury or trauma occurs and warrants some type of immobilization. Your provider may decide that a splint or cast may be the best option to immobilize the injured area. At Spectrum Orthopaedics, our casting team is available for same-day placement – […]
Now more than ever we have a workforce that is working remotely either part or full time. In the era of COVID-19, working from home makes sense for many positions. However, this also means that some people may be working at workstations that aren’t ergonomic which could lead to avoidable injuries. Below are some important […]
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