Sommerville, a military veteran, had both of his wrists operated on by OrthoCincy hand surgeon Dr. Patrick Messerschmitt, getting joints replaced.
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If the unofficial start of summer over the weekend is motivating you to start a seasonal shape-up plan, sports injury experts urge caution.
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Three Reds pitchers are dealing with injuries, Dr. Early answers all of Mo's questions.
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Dr. Angel Velazquez joined Mo Egger on ESPN 1530 to discuss Nick Lodolo and TJ Freidl.
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Dr. John Frtich answered questions about each player and their respective injury situations.
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Local doctors say the Flying Pig Marathon is a good reminder that all of us can benefit from exercise. This may be especially true for those living with arthritis.
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Dr. Trevor Wilkes from OrthoCincy joined ESPN 1530 to discuss Joseph Ossai, Fernando Cruz & Joel Embiid.
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Dr. Amelia Wiggins joined Mo Egger to discuss La’el Collins’ off-season recovery progress and some high-profile NFL draft pick injuries.
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ESPN1530 On Demand: Dr. Adam Metzler From OrthoCincy, On Hunter Greene and other Reds injuries.
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A word of caution is coming from area physical therapists. They are seeing a lot of overuse injuries right now, and say those injuries can sideline training.
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Dr. Angel Valazquez discusses Reds injuries ahead of Opening Day.
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Local healthcare providers are shifting their focus to help prevent bone loss. It could reduce a person’s risk of fractures.
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There are a number of injury issues that could affect how the NCAA Tournament plays out.
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 It's a busy season for sports injuries, especially for knees. Those who've had to recover from these injuries say the ACL is a tough rehab.
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Dr. Nick Early talks Reds pitching injuries on ESPN 1530.
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Dr. Ben Valley discusses what the surgery to Reds RHP Lucas Sims involves and what the pitcher did to get back on the mound.
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Dr. John Fritch joined Mo Egger this week to talk about the surgical procedures performed on Jonah Williams and Joseph Ossai
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Orthopaedic experts remind us that with spring sports, you may save time with injuries by staying out of the emergency room.
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Dr. Trevor Wilkes joined ESPN 1530 to talk about Nick Senzel's return from surgery to fix his fractured big toe
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Local doctors say a newer concept to help with injury repair before surgery could make a big difference in healing afterwards.
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Dr. Angel Velazquez from OrthoCincy joined ESPN 1530 to talk about each injury, and the prognosis for the athletes involved.
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 Injury recovery is top of mind for many athletes, including those who have to play through injuries.
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Dr. Slaughter discusses the big injury news ahead of Reds spring training.
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Two Independent, Physician-Owned Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine Practices Join Forces 
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The Cincinnati Bengals spent most of the regular season enjoying a healthy offensive line. Now in their offseason, Cincy is dealing with injury disasters.
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Dr. John Linz & Dr. Nick Gates recently interviewed with Cincinnati media to discuss Patrick Mahomes and his high ankle sprain.
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Dr. John Linz breaks down everything going on with Kansas City Quarterback, Patrick Mahomes.
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Dr. Nick Gates explains the high profile injuries that will affect the AFC Championship matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.
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All that pandemic sit time may be contributing to a rise in stress fractures in kids.
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Dr. Nicholas Early  joined Mo Egger on ESPN1530 to discuss Jonah Williams' second dislocated kneecap.
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Dr. DesJardins speaks on Damar Hamlin’s injury, protective equipment & Alex Cappa
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The next time you go to the doctor’s office, don't be surprised if you get asked a few questions about your bones.
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Dr. Metzler and Mo Egger talk injuries that will effect the Bengals playoff game against the Ravens.
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OrthoCincy's Dr. Matthew DesJardins explains everything surrounding cardiac arrest and how to prevent cardiac issues.
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Bengals tackle La'el Collins suffered both a torn ACL and a torn MCL in the Christmas Eve win over the Patriots.
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Dr. Angel Velazquez from OrthoCincy joined Mo Egger on ESPN 1530 to talk about calf injuries and cold weather concerns.
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As we head into a week of winter weather, foot and ankle specialists are suggesting all of us be careful with slippery sidewalks.
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You can avoid the long waits in area emergency rooms by heading to urgent care at OrthoCincy locations.
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Dr. Mark Yuhas discusses key injuries to Trey Hendrickson and Tyler Boyd.
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If you notice your shoulders, arms, or elbows are hurting, it might be a common problem that happens with overuse injuries.
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Bengals tight end Hayden Hurst is doubtful for this week's game against Cleveland due to a calf injury he suffered in the win over Kansas City.
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New research from the National Institutes of Health shows a combination therapy given at your doctor's office really works to treat pain.
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Dr. John Fritch discusses the return of Ja'marr Chase on ESPN 1530, as well as Aaron Rodgers and Justin Fields.
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OrthoCIncy's Dr. Trevor Wilkes talks hip injuries suffered by Ja'Marr Chase and Leonard Fournette
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There is new orthopaedic research on weight and the need for joint replacement surgery.
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It is that time of year where we are getting ready for the Thanksgiving Day Race. One of the common complaints coming into area sports medicine specialists related to it is "runner’s knee."
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Dr. Amelia Wiggins from OrthoCincy joined ESPN 1530's Mo Egger to discuss all three in great detail.
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Bengals cornerback Chidobe Awuzie may be out for the season due to a reported ACL tear. Orthopaedic experts respond.
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Dr. Nicholas Early broke down ACL tears with Mo Egger on ESPN 1530.
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Dr. Adam Metzler from OrthoCincy joined Mo Egger on ESPN 1530 to talk about Ja'Marr Chase's injury.
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The NFL world reacted to the news that Ja'Marr Chase would not play in the Battle of Ohio on Monday Night Football due to a hip injury. Local 12 turned to OrthoCincy for more information. 
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Dr. Trevor Wilkes and Mo Egger discuss injuries to Bengals DE Trey Hendrickson, WR Ja'Marr Chase, and Colts QB Matt Ryan.
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There is new orthopaedic research that shows that the same workout for healthy bones can extend your life, no matter your age.
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Dr. Shankar Narayanan from OrthoCincy joined Mo Egger on ESPN1530 to discuss key Bengals injuries.
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Dr. Nicholas Early joins Mo Egger on ESPN 1530 to discuss injuries to Jonah Williams, Tee Higgins, and Russell Wilson.
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Local doctors have a warning for year-round student-athletes. Many are showing up at area offices feeling joint pain.
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The team at OrthoCincy in Clermont County says they are seeing a rise in overuse injuries, especially in shoulders.
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Dr. Shankar Narayanan joined Mo Egger on ESPN1530 to discuss concussions and QB Tua Tagovailoa.
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As football season continues, local sports medicine specialists wants to remind everyone that injured student athletes need the same targeted team treatment as the pros for proper healing.
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Dr. John Fritch from OrthoCincy joined Mo Egger on ESPN 1530 to talk knee injuries and the possibilities for DJ Reader.
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Local sports medicine specialists are sharing research, they say, will help your knees.
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Dr Amelia Wiggins joins ESPN 1530's Mo Egger to discuss Drew Sample, Dane Jackson, and Nick Senzel.
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OrthoCincy's Dr. Adam Metzler recently appeared on ESPN 1530 with Mo Egger to discuss injuries from around the NFL.
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With football season in full swing, area doctors' offices are filling up with injuries.
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New research shows working out only on the weekends can still stack up to a lifetime of good health benefits.
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Local doctors say as more of us are living longer, a common knee problem is causing a lot more pain and falls for many people.
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Dr. Velazquez explains how Platelet Rich Plasma is produced from your own blood, and how this treatment can promote the healing process of many kinds of injuries.
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 A therapy that uses your own blood may be the secret to curing pain from overuse injuries and it may be a timely fix for tennis elbow.
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Dr. Michael Greiwe recently appeared on ESPN 1530 with Mo Egger to discuss Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto's recent rotator cuff surgery.
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Bengals QB Joe Burrow was practicing with the team Sunday for the first time since his appendix surgery.
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New research shows a favorite Tri-State food could help you lower the odds you'll break a bone as you age.
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Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow appears to be healing well after surgery to remove his appendix. OrthoCincy's Dr. Angel Velazquez tells us more.
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Dr. Angel Velazquez discusses Joe Burrow's recovery.
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Getting kids back to regular sports and fitness activities has likely never been more critical to their future health.
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On a hot day, keeping your feet cool may up your odds of foot injuries.
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People who fell out of their usual habits during the pandemic may be paying the price in their feet.
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Baseball is back in season, and for area doctors' offices, that means a whole new set of sports injuries.
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There's a new push to reduce the need for prescription painkillers following elective surgeries. 
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OrthoCincy doctors are focusing on both physical healing and emotional support after injury recovery.
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If you’ve started your training for any big running events in the Tri-State, the health professionals at OrthoCincy have some great advice for reducing the risk of injury.
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Thanks to the team at OrthoCincy Wellington in West Chester, a local church organist is able uplift and support the congregation once again.
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Encouraging news regarding the effects of routine exercise on your knees.
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Our certified hand therapist can can give you a leg up in when treating your hand injury.
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No matter if you're a beginner or an advanced runner, OrthoCincy's new West Chester location has a certified running coach on staff who can help you reduce your risk for injury and set you up for success. 
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Although Joe Burrow's injury proved not to be serious, OrthoCincy experts Dr. Angel Velazquez and Dr. William McClellan explain why precautionary measures were taken for the start QB.
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As the summer sports season leads into school fall sports, that elbow pain might be tennis elbow...even if you aren't a tennis player.
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A change in diet might help make your summer more enjoyable.
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Summer sports typically have less athletic training oversight compared to school sports. It's important for parents and players to take steps to prevent injuries as well as be aware of injury signs during summer sports. 
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Advances in technology gives people precise outcomes with knee replacement surgery.
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As the weather continues to warm, OrthoCincy Wellington specialist Dr. Nicholas Early talks to Liz Bonis about listening to your as many people increase their activity.
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More sit time and less fit time is harmful to your bones.
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Dr. Michael Greiwe talks to Liz Bonis and offers good advice for young pitchers.
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If you’re getting into the spring of things and some joint pain is setting you back, orthopedic surgeons said a newer way to fix that pain might get you on your feet fast.

The team at OrthoCincy said this long year where many of us were not as active is now showing up in more complaints of hip pain, leading to the need for hip arthroscopy for many people.
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OrthoCincy adds expands services at two more locations for walk-in urgent care.
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Winter can take its toll even when you're having fun, and OrthoCincy’s experts are located throughout the Tri-State to help.
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Dr. Adam Metzler talks with Fox19 about Tiger Woods’ injury and road to recovery.
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All this snow is beautiful -- until you slip and fall. Already there are plenty of reports of winter injuries in the Tri-State.

It took a little while to get the roads clear Tuesday and even longer in some neighborhoods to get sidewalks and parking lots clear. Local doctors said those areas kept them very busy with broken wrists and ankles from slips and falls.
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 Super Bowl weekend has many of us thinking of football and local doctors say it’s been a big season for football and other sports injuries.

Dr. James Trevor Stefanski is an orthopedic surgeon at OrthoCincy. He works with several of our local sports teams, including those at Conner High School.
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OrthoCincy, the largest independent orthopaedic practice in the Tri-State, is proud to welcome the physicians from Wellington Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, respected leaders in the Cincinnati orthopaedic and sports medicine community for over 50 years. Watch the entire interview by clicking here. 

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Cincinnati, Ohio (January 14, 2021) – OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, the largest independent orthopaedic practice in the Tri-State, is welcoming the physicians and staff of Wellington Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, a Cincinnati sports medicine staple for more than 50 years. The two organizations announced the partnership today, creating a Midwest powerhouse in the orthopaedic and sports medicine landscape.

The partnership will initially operate as OrthoCincy Wellington Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine at each Ohio location to maximize awareness for patients of both practices. Locations in Kentucky and Indiana will continue to operate as OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine.
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Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow plans to be back to playing football this year. That’s the latest he is now sharing after a successful knee surgery following an injury several weeks ago that ended his 2020 season.

In his first interview since that knee injury, Burrow told Fox Sports 1 he will be back for the season opener in 2021.
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If you’ve been putting off medical care not related to COVID-19, public health advocates are asking you to reconsider. This could be leading to more of us trying to manage our own pain.

The CDC is warning of a dangerous trend this year. We’re seeing record highs when it comes to overdose deaths. Many addictions to opioids and other substances start innocently, they say. Providers at OrthoCincy remind us that putting off pain can lead to a lot of complications.
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OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine recently opened its ninth Tri-State location in the heart of Kenwood – 8251 Pine Rd, Suite 212, Cincinnati, OH 45236. Although the location is new, it will feature some familiar faces from the area with Dr. J Trevor Stefanski and Dr. Roman Trimba. Dr. Stefanski completed his fellowship in Cincinnati and Dr. Trimba has been with OrthoCincy for over a year, practicing in Cincinnati and Lawrenceburg, Ind.
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 A word of caution from local doctors about taking care of you in this pandemic: Many people who delay care due to COVID-19 may be limiting future options.

If you’re putting off a procedure that could help you reduce pain or get back on your feet fast, surgeons at OrthoCincy have a warning about it.


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OrthoCincy's telemedicine program is a convenient option to maintain your continuum of care or to schedule your initial visit. These virtual video appointments are safe and secure, and can be performed in the comfort of your home. 
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This healthy-at-home holiday season is leading to a big demand for surgeries that people have been putting off during the pandemic.

Those who need joint replacements are not only getting into the operating room, they are getting COVID-safe procedures and some high-tech help.
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Orthopedic specialists said Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow will have a long road ahead when it comes to rehab after a season-ending knee injury in Sunday’s game between the Bengals and the Washington Football Team.

It was the hit we all heard about during the game. Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow tweeted he’s out for the season.
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As we see COVID-19 cases rise, it's a reminder that we all need to keep the hospital emergency rooms open as much as possible for those who need immediate intervention.

The team at OrthoCincy reminds us that, in some cases, if you have certain types of injuries, such as possible broken bones, sprains or other orthopedic-related injuries, they offer walk-in urgent care.
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Orthopedic spine specialists say even in this pandemic, don’t put off care for a real pain in the back.

We all know that in this pandemic it's tough to remind ourselves that other kinds of care are critically important. As one local firefighter said, if you can get the care you need, especially to treat chronic conditions such as back pain, it can change your life.
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As COVID-19 cases climb, health care providers that perform orthopedic procedures remind all of us that they’re open for business. They don’t want you to delay critical care out of fear of catching the coronavirus.

Lesha Williams had to overcome that fear to get help for horrible neck pain.


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There’s a warning from orthopedic surgeons: If you’re still putting off care that you need during the pandemic, especially if you’ve had an injury, the team at OrthoCincy says you may notice a tougher time in recovery, especially in those who have upper extremity injuries, such as elbow and shoulder injuries.

Dr. Brandon Kohrs is an orthopedic surgeon at OrthoCincy who specializes in shoulder and elbow surgery. The backlog of COVID-19 delays has put his surgery team in high demand, especially for procedures that involve a part of the shoulder called the rotator cuff.


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After COVID-19 lockdowns, knee pain is a common complaint as we get back into seasonal sports, or even if you’re a weekend warrior and you injure your knee or need a knee replacement.

Dr. James Stefanski, an orthopedic surgeon at OrthoCincy, is now part of a team there offering high-tech assistance to help repair and replace knee joints. His team is now using a number of things to help you feel better and reduce long-term recovery, including the Mako Robotic-arm assisted technology.
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The team at OrthoCincy says with so many of us having been sedentary for months in this pandemic, they are seeing a lot of injuries now as people start to pick up activity levels.

One area especially troublesome for many: knees. Dr. James Stefanski, an orthopedic surgeon, says many people are coming in with tears in their meniscus and overuse injuries.
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There are a lot of reasons to have more vitamin D in your diet. In some cases, maybe you even need supplements if your doctor measures your level as low in the blood.

For example, the team at OrthoCincy says they’re seeing a lot of people with injuries returning to activity after this pandemic. Vitamin D plays a huge role in healthy muscles and bones.
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This pandemic is really taking its toll on our backs and spines.

If you’ve been delaying care because you’re concerned about this virus, the team at OrthoCincy reminds us that you might end up doing damage that can’t be repaired. You can safely now get that care and find relief.
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OrthoCincy Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine has launched the Masks for Class outreach program with a commitment to donate over 30,000 washable, reusable cloth masks to help area schools throughout Northern Kentucky and Southeast Indiana combat COVID-19 for the upcoming school year. As school systems across the country find ways to get masks for their students, OrthoCincy has already delivered nearly 25,000 masks to 23 area schools, and over 6,000 more masks will be delivered to 10 additional schools before classes start.
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Several area schools receive free masks for their student, faculty and staff.
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Kenwood Says Hello to New Neighbors!
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The team at OrthoCincy said already this season it's seen an alarming string of injuries coming into its urgent care centers related to sports.

Orthopedic surgeons say the lack of continuous training and perhaps even some starts and stops to team training may be to blame.
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Health care providers are still seeing complications from patients delaying care in this pandemic.

Surgeons at OrthoCincy are still seeing the aftermath of many people putting off important care in this pandemic, sometimes because people are still afraid of going out in this COVID-19 pandemic.



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Orthopaedic surgeons said if your knee pain has gone from bad to worse in this pandemic, you might want to get in and see if you’re a candidate for a newer procedure before it’s too late.

The team at OrthoCincy says certain therapies are good alternatives to full joint replacement, but only if you don’t wait too long. Dr. John Larkin performs cartilage transplants at St. Elizabeth Healthcare in Northern Kentucky.
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Many of us are trying to reduce risk for COVID-19 have been staying away from area doctor offices, perhaps even when it’s time to actually get the care we need.

So a word of caution about this, from the team at OrthoCincy, if you have been waiting to see the foot doctor.
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The team at OrthoCincy is reminding all of us that if you have had a procedure delayed in this pandemic, it may be time for you to reach out to someone if you’re still in pain and haven’t had some pre-surgery appointments scheduled.

Local 12 stopped out to talk to the team at Dr. Jonathan Slaughter’s office. He’s an orthopaedic upper extremity specialist at OrthoCincy.
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A lot of people getting off the couch after the coronavirus quarantine appear to be experiencing foot and knee pain as they get back into exercise.

The team at OrthoCincy says for weeks, many of us have been staying off our feet as we stay indoors, and if you’re experiencing foot pain, you may need to see a podiatrist. A new study says foot and knee pain, however, may now be linked to what you’re wearing on your feet.
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Sports medicine specialists said some of the recent spikes in depression and anxiety may be linked to a shut down of our coping mechanisms.

For many student athletes, that means "back in the game" could benefit the body and the brain.
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After weeks of time at home, student athletes returning to summer and fall sports may be at higher risk for injury.

Mason South doesn’t know yet if he’ll even have a football team in a few months for his senior year of high school.
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We know a lot of people have needed elective surgeries for a long time, but what do we do about some of the backlog?

Several months ago when Heather Brown hurt her ankle, a planned trip to Disney World delayed her surgery.
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If you’ve been waiting for surgery, there may be a few things you can do to be ready as soon as things open up.

We’ve been hearing from many of you who are in pain and really do need to get that elective surgery. As outpatient surgery centers begin to open, even if there’s a backlog, there are a few things you can do as this pandemic slows down to set yourself up for success.
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Elective surgeries are first on the list to be restored as we begin to open the country. But, just how will we get people in pain back on the schedules?

Most are using a team approach and assigning importance based on medical needs. Providers have “restoration teams” carefully looking at getting patients back in for elective procedures. For those waiting, of course, this can’t come soon enough.

“A lot of times people waiting for surgery have pain,” said Dr. Bruce Holladay, a shoulder specialist with OrthoCincy.
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Many of us are trying to avoid going to the emergency room right now. You may have not realized there’s an alternative for some accidents, injuries and broken bones.

The team at OrthoCincy has urgent care centers that are open most days of the week.
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Winter weather is already raising the risk for slips, falls and broken bones, but what if your bones are breaking, and you didn't fall?
The team at OrthoCincy now has Urgent Care for broken bones, and in the wintry kind of weather they do report an uptick in people who commonly break ankles and wrists when it gets icy.
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 A new study has a word of caution about a common supplement many of us take to build better bones.
This new study takes a common look at high-dose vitamin D. It's used now for fighting many health problems, but when it comes to your bones, the team at OrthoCincy says to find out if you need it before you take it.
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Dr. Nicholas Gates interviews with Liz Bonis at Local12 about the impact of ice baths on the muscles of athletes as they recover. 
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Dr. Nicholas Gates, foot and ankle surgeon, interviewed with Liz Bonis at Local12 about a new ankle procedure. 
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Dr. Howard Schertzinger interviewed with Liz Bonis at Local 12 about weak bones.
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Dr. Adam Metzler interviewed with Liz Bonis at Local12 News about the jump in athletic injuries this time of the year. 
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Dr. John Larkin interviews with Liz Bonis at Local12 News about Knee Cartilage transplant. 
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The team at OrthoCincy recently stepped up to help a student from Princeton High School learn more about her future goals. Local 12 first met Tatiana, a student at Princeton High School, at the American Heart Association's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Goes Red event at the Cintas Center.
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Dr. Ron Auer interviewed with Liz Bonis at Local 12 News about easing Bursitis Pain. 
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Dr. Greiwe interviews with Liz Bonis at Local12 about limiting pitches helping reduce the risk of Little League Elbow. 
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Dr. Nicholas Gates discusses a toe implant designed to reduce pain and enhance movement. 
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