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Follow Susan on Her Journey

Follow recovering hip replacement recipient, Susan Flansburg, as she chronicles her three-month journey from hip pain to surgical recovery in a person, in-depth blog series exclusively for ORA Orthopedics and the Crow Valley Surgery Center. Read More

ORA Health Tips

Trampolines May Not be for Kids.

ORA Pediatric Surgeon, Dr. Michael Pyevich, says he sees his share of broken bones every summer. One piece of backyard playground equipment has him particularly concerned. Read More

What Moves Me

Taking Teamwork to a Whole New Level

12 runners. 2 Drivers. 24+ hours. Add it up and you’ve got a relay team running from Chicago to Madison. The RAGNAR event (named after a Viking warrior) is a relay many run for kicks. Read More

Doc Talks

Hand Arthritis Treatment Options

Osteoarthritis is a painful joint condition more common as we age. WOC-AM’s Dan Kennedy interviews ORA Hand Surgeon, Dr. Jonathan Winston, about what causes the pain and the options to treat it. Read More

ORA In The Community

Muscatine Clinic Expands to Provide More Services

ORA Orthopedics recently announced an expansion of its clinic in Muscatine, Iowa - adding Drs. R. Scott Collins and Justin Munns - and providing a wider variety of orthopedic services to meet the growing demands of the community. Read More

ORA Health Tips

3 Stretches and Strength Exercises to Help Prevent Hip and Knee Pain

Even for athletes in top shape, it's important to stay loose and strengthen their core when training. ORA Orthopedics Sports Medicine doctor, Dr. Suleman Hussain, shares his tips to help prevent pain and injury. Read More

Doc Talks

Tingling Fingers: Is it Carpal Tunnel Syndrome?

Tingling fingers is a common symptom that can be caused by a number of conditions. In this "Doc Talks" podcast, ORA Orthopedics Hand Surgeon, Dr. Jonathan Winston explains why if you're suffering from tingling fingers, it's important to see a physician. Read More

ORA In The Community

ORA Team Docs Keep Steamwheelers on the Field

Arena football at the QC’s Taxslayer Center is full steam ahead for our Quad City Steamwheelers. ORA’s team doctors are ready to treat players on the field or off. Read More

What Moves Me

Fueled by Passion, Inspired by Patients

Meet ORA PA Melanie Wilson, an Eldridge, Iowa, native who wanted to be a vet, but decided humans were easier! Read More

Doc Talks

Spring Soreness or Injury? How to Know the Difference

After a long inactive winter, muscle soreness can set in. WOC-AM’s Dan Kennedy talks with Sports Medicine physician, Dr. Shawn Wynn, in this podcast about how to treat soreness and when to know it’s time to see a physician. Read More

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Casting Our Patients With Care

Kyle Holmes, a Central Dewitt, IA, High School Student, didn't let a football injury get him down. Despite a broken wrist, he played with the Central DeWitt Marching Sabers Pride and attended the annual homecoming dance - all thanks to certified orthopedic cast technicians at ORA Orthopedics. Read More

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Home in a Day After Spine Surgery

Don't put off spine surgery over worries about a possible long hospital stay or pain. You may be a candidate for outpatient back surgery at ORA's Crow Valley Surgery Center. ORA Orthopedic's Dr. Michael Berry explains. Read More

Doc Talks

QC Snow and Ice Treacherous Combination for Seniors with Brittle Bones

Winter is in full swing, but according to ORA Orthopedics Surgeon, Dr. Edward Connolly, ice mixed with poor balance and aging or brittle bones can spell trouble for Quad City seniors. Read More

Inside ORA

Celebrating 2017 with Friends and the Entire ORA Family

We're pleased to share photos from ORA's 2017 Employee Recognition Program held earlier this month. Read More

Doc Talks

The Weight Loss and Surgery Connection

If you're considering or facing orthopedic surgery in 2018, it's important to know why your weight is a factor. WOC-AM's Dan Kennedy talks with ORA's Total Joint Surgeon, Dr. Joe Martin, about why pre-surgical weight loss can reduce risk and improve recovery. Read More

Hip & Knee

A New Knee Means She Can Ride Elephants and Travel the World!

Moline’s Linda Meadors’ resolution for 2018: “The world is my palette, and my joy is planning and sharing every amazing sight with kindred spirits.” And thanks to ORA Orthopedic's Dr. Peter Rink, she's doing just that. Read More

Inside ORA

Holiday Cheer Finds a Home at ORA

Seasons greetings from ORA - where we've been celebrating all month with a spirit of generosity and some of the ugliest sweaters in the Quad Cities. Read More

What Moves Me

At Home for the Holidays with the ORA’s Dr. Winston

Meet Dr. Jonathan Winston, ORA’s newest orthopedic surgeon. Read More

Doc Talks

Hip Arthroscopy Outpatient Options On the Rise

According to ORA Orthopedics Sports Medicine Surgeon, Dr. Andrew Bries, active Quad Citians who experience hip pain have better options for diagnosis and treatment. In this Doc Talks podcast, learn more about how hip arthroscopy surgery may benefit you. Read More

Inside ORA

2017 Primary Care Conference a Success

ORA Orthopedics hosts an annual orthopedic conference in the Fall dedicated to primary care. See pictures from the most recent conference held at the Waterfront Convention Center in Bettendorf in October 2017. Read More

Doc Talks

Spine Surgery Outpatient Options On the Rise

Smaller incisions and improved pain management are making outpatient spine surgery a better alternative. In this podcast, Learn more about how outpatient spine surgery may benefit you from Dr. Michael Berry, ORA Orthopedics. Read More

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On the Move with Less Pain in the QC

ORA's Dr. Russell Carlson describes three common foot ailments and the variety of treatments available for runners and walkers in pain. Read More

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Putting Patients First: ORA offers Gold Standard MRI technology for accuracy and comfort

The new Siemens's Advent MRI at ORA Orthopedic's Northwest Davenport clinic is built for greater patient comfort. Read More

Hip & Knee

It’s Hip to be German in October: QC Shopkeeper, Art Bodenbender, Stands Strong after Surgery

Today, you can find neighborhood butcher Art Bodenbender behind the meat counter at Katy's European Market in Moline, but he'll be the first to tell you he's able to stand there thanks to a total hip replacement by ORA Orthopedic's Dr. Steven Boardman. Read More

Doc Talks

Women and ACL Tears

Young women are two to eight times more likely to injure their ACL than men. Newstalk 1420's Dan Kennedy asks ORA's Dr. Ryan Dunlay why and what women can do to avoid these injuries. Read More

Doc Talks

Stem Cell Therapy Heals Arthritic, Joint and Ligament Conditions.

Learn about the wonder of stem cells for healing arthritic, joint and ligament conditions! WOC-AM's Dan Kennedy interviews ORA’s Dr. Suleman Hussain, and how he’s staying current on this cutting edge science that will change the face of orthopedic treatment. Read More

ORA In The Community

Little Patient Warms Her Doctor’s Heart

When six year-old Kaili Le left her physician a thank you note, we just had to share it. Read More

ORA In The Community

ORA’s Dr. Martin Summits Mount Whitney

ORA's Dr. Joe Martin and his daughter summited the tallest mountain in California this August. Check out the pictures! Read More

Inside ORA

ORA Orthopedics Welcomes Dr. Jonathan Winston

ORA Orthopedics welcomes Dr. Jonathan Winston the latest physician to join our Hand Center of Excellence. Appointments are being taken now for September. Read More

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ORA Takes To The Mound To Prevent Injury

ORA Orthopedic's Dr. Ryan Dunlay and Rock Valley Physical Therapist Kyle Merten, DPT explain how the new pitching mound at ORA's new Northwest Clinic in Davenport, helps baseball players rehabilitate and use proper form. Read More

Doc Talks

Prevent Bone Loss

NewsTalk 1420's Dan Kennedy chats about basic bone health and preventing bone loss with ORA Orthopedic's Dr. J.C. Clark. Read More

ORA In The Community

ORA Orthopedists Voted Best in QC

The Quad Cities voted ORA's physicians as their top orthopedists in the Quad-City Times 2017 Reader's Choice Awards. We want to celebrate and say "thanks"! Read More

ORA In The Community

The Tree of Andry Moves to Bettendorf

ORA Orthopedics moved its Tree of Andry sculpture from our former Lombard clinic location to our Bettendorf clinic. The 300-pound piece of art is a real "eye grabber" - but what does it mean? Read More

Inside ORA

ORA Opens New Clinic in NW Davenport

ORA Orthopedics opens a new facility in northwest Davenport featuring the latest technology and treatments available and is expected to serve over 4,000 patient visits a month. Read More

Doc Talks

Stay In The Game – But Do It Safely

NewsTalk 1420's Dan Kennedy talks to ORA Orthopedics Dr. Andrew Bries about the challenges high performance athletes face when trying to come back from an injury. Read More

ORA In The Community

ORA Colleagues Conquer Breast Cancer Together

ORA Orthopedic’s Race for the Cure team gears up for the annual Quad Cities event, June 10, 2017. Survivors find support and strength with each other. Read More

What Moves Me

The Hussain Family Tradition: Helping Others

Celebrating Father's Day this June, Quad City-style. Meet two generations of Hussain family of physicians. Read More

Services

Make Your Feet Happy with PinPointe FootLaser™

The hot, humid months of summer may not only get us out and sweating, but promote an uncomfortable problem. PinPointe FootLaser™ may provide a solution. Read More

Inside ORA

ORA Opens New Clinic in Muscatine

ORA Orthopedics announces the opening of a new clinic in Muscatine, Iowa. The clinic will be staffed by Dr. Steven Boardman. Read More

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New Recovery System Uses NASA Spacesuit Technology

The Game Ready System is a cold therapy device which uses NASA spacesuit technology to simultaneously deliver intermittent compression and adjustable cold therapy. Read More