- Men's Health, Orthopedics, Women's Health, Pediatrics, WellnessGeneral Page Tier 3BlogWhether your child plays for a competitive Little League team or you’re gearing up for the company softball game, you should be aware of throwing injuries. The repetitive motion of throwing puts stress on your shoulder and elbow, and can lead to chronic or sudden injuries. The good news is you can prevent most throwing injuries or treat minor ones with physical therapy. Here are few things you should know about throwing injuries: Signs of injury Watch for signs of fatigue or overuse. If you find yourself massaging your arm after each pitch, or taking more time between pitches, this may be sign of a developing throwing problem. Other signs may include redness, discoloration, swelling, tightness, sharp pain or loss of range of motion of either, or both, the elbow and shoulder. If you’re experiencing any of these signs, get evaluated by a professional. These signs could indicate a serious throwing injury. You may experience decreased grip strength or decreased pitch speed, too. Common injuries Common shoulder problems can involve your rotator cuff. Your rotator cuff is made up of four large muscles that extend from your shoulder blade to your shoulder joint. These muscles are extremely important for your shoulder strength and for holding your shoulder joint in the right position. Frequent throwing can irritate the rotator cuff. This can lead to shoulder pain, tendonitis or even a muscle tear in your rotator cuff. You may experience pinching, or impingement, of the rotator cuff if those muscles are weak or tired from overuse, if you have shoulder instability, or if you have poor throwing form. Elbow sprains are also common. With an elbow sprain, you may experience pain to touch, pain when you throw, or possible numbness and tingling below your elbow. These sprains are most commonly caused by strain to the elbow due to poor throwing form. Preventing injuries Throwing a baseball or softball is a full body activity. Your workouts in the off-season and pre-season should include shoulder strengthening, as well as leg strengthening, flexibility, core stability, speed and agility training. When it comes to your throw, physical therapists can help you identify your problem areas and address them. They can analyze throwing mechanics, determine the phases of throwing that need improvement, provide strength and conditioning programs, and much more. If you’re experiencing signs of a throwing injury, getting proper treatment can help you return to your sport as quickly and safely as possible. Author Lindsay Morgan is a physical therapist, specializing in rehabilitating throwing injuries, with Anne Arundel Medical Group (AAMG) Physical Therapy in Crofton. To reach her office, call 443-481-1140.
- Cancer Care, News & Press ReleasesGeneral Page Tier 3BlogAnne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) Oncology and Hematology has received reaccreditation by the Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) certification program. This designation certifies that AAMC Oncology and Hematology continuously meets nationally recognized standards set by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) for safe, quality cancer care. “ASCO’s QOPI certification recognizes those oncology practices that are committed to delivering the highest quality of cancer care,” said ASCO President Daniel F. Hayes, MD, FASCO. “By achieving recertification, this practice has demonstrated its commitment to quality and safety excellence in the care they deliver to patients, as well as to the continuous process of quality improvement.” QOPI certification for outpatient oncology practices is the first program of its kind for oncology in the United States. Only 250 practices are currently certified. AAMC Oncology and Hematology, located in Annapolis and Odenton, provides quality and compassionate care for patients with complex oncology/hematology related problems. The team of highly trained doctors, nurse practitioners and staff encourages open communication with patients. For more information about AAMC Oncology and Hematology, visit www.myaamg.org/oncology-and-hematology.
- News & Press Releases, Women's HealthGeneral Page Tier 3BlogAnne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) Women’s Center for Pelvic Health has been awarded the Safety Certification in Outpatient Practice Excellence (SCOPE) for Women’s Health. They are one of only two women’s health practices in the state of Maryland, and among only 95 in the country, to receive this designation. The certification, awarded by the American Congress of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ACOG), recognizes medical practices that are leaders in women’s health care. The ACOG affirms that patient safety is essential to providing optimal health care for women, and implementation of patient safety measures can reduce medical errors and risk, and lead to positive patient outcomes. To achieve the recognition, the center underwent a rigorous review process. Surveyors gathered real-time data and analyzed patient-safety concepts and techniques in the office. Satisfying all criteria, the center was granted the three-year SCOPE certification. AAMC Women’s Center for Pelvic Health is located in Annapolis, Bowie, Odenton and Easton. The center’s team of urogynecologists and nurse practitioners specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor conditions. Team members collaborate and develop care plans for patients of all ages, from those with minor issues to individuals suffering from complex conditions requiring advanced surgery and care. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 443-481-1199.
- News & Press Releases, Senior CareGeneral Page Tier 3BlogAnne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) has been selected as one of four health systems nationally to develop a prototype model aimed to transform care for older adults. With a $250,000 grant from The John A. Hartford Foundation, AAMC will work over the course of 42 months to co-design and test the Age-Friendly Health Systems prototype with a goal to measurably improve care for older adults while lowering costs. “Anne Arundel Medical Center is dedicated to enhancing the health of the people we serve, especially our most vulnerable populations,” said Barbara Jacobs, chief nursing officer at AAMC. “We value partnerships in our quest to change health care, and we are thankful to The John A. Hartford Foundation for selecting Anne Arundel Medical Center to be among those leading this effort. We look forward to shaping and sharing this new model of care for older adults.” “We are so pleased to be working with Anne Arundel Medical Center and are excited about their early and rapid momentum on this most important initiative,” said Terry Fulmer, PhD, RN, FAAN, president of The John A. Hartford Foundation. “We believe we’re starting a movement and Anne Arundel Medical Center will be at the forefront.” The prototype will focus on indicators of a broader shift in delivering high quality care for older adults. Indictors include medication, mobility, mentation (e.g. cognitive status/confusion) and whether care aligns with what truly matters to the patient. The goal is that by 2020, evidence-based models developed by the four health systems will be shared with more than 1,000 hospitals and health systems across the United States.
- News & Press Releases, OrthopedicsGeneral Page Tier 3BlogCyrus Lashgari, MD, orthopedic surgeon with Anne Arundel Medical Group (AAMG) Orthopedic and Sports Medicine Specialists, was recently elected to be a member of the American Shoulder and Elbow Surgeons (ASES) society. Only 11 orthopedic surgeons in the state of Maryland are part of this prestigious invitation-only organization. ASES is an association of leading national and international orthopedic surgeons who specialize in surgery of the shoulder and elbow. Through educational programs and by encouraging research, the organization seeks to foster and advance the science and practice of shoulder and elbow care. ASES consists of 661 members. Dr. Lashgari is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and fellow of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. After graduating Phi Beta Kappa from Dartmouth College, Dr. Lashgari completed medical school at New York University, where he graduated with the Golver C. Arnold surgical award and honors from the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Society. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at Washington University, and there earned the Resident Teacher’s award. He is a founding member of the Association of Clinical Elbow and Shoulder Surgeons and co-chair of the Mid-Atlantic Shoulder Surgeon Case Conference. As an ASES member, Dr. Lashgari will serve as a reviewer for the Journal of Shoulder and Elbow Surgery.
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