My child’s back hurts – what’s next?
by Jason Determann, MD Low back pain, while more common in adults, is almost equally prevalent in our pediatric population. Common causes include a variety of diagnosis; from muscle strains to scoliosis to disc problems. A pertinent history and physical
Teach us to Number Our Days….
by Albert Jay Savage IV, MD I dare say that you have not been reading this edition of Eastern Shore Parents the way that you thought you would a few months ago. This time of year is normally filled with
Avoiding the Physical Pitfalls of Working from Home
Joey Carter, MD Coronavirus (COVID-19) has thousands of Baldwin County children suddenly “schooling” from home. And that means thousands of Baldwin County parents are unexpectedly working from home alongside them. Fortunately, technology and new software platforms like Zoom and Google
The Limping Child
Gregg Terral, MD Limping is a common complaint that prompts parents to seek medical attention for their child. Usually the limp is caused by minor injury that will get better by itself. However, limping that last longer than a week
Bayside Orthopaedic Update on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
At Bayside Orthopaedic, our highest priorities are the health and safety of our staff, patients & visitors and the well-being of the communities we serve. Considering recent and growing concerns about the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), patients should
Parents – Make Your Own Health a Priority for 2020
Jennifer Firestone – MSN, CRNP This New Year likely finds you getting kiddos back in the school swing, planning spring sports and more. Where is your own health on that 2020 to-do list? Parents – especially Moms – often bump
The Truth about Growing Pains
Dr. Jason Determann Has your young one ever complained of general aches and pains… that have you stumped? The phenomenon we call “growing pains” is one of the most common causes of recurrent musculoskeletal discomfort in children. First described by
Sport Specialization: Is it Safe? Is it Necessary?
Albert Jay Savage IV, MD Youth sports have surged across the country, and a weekend drive around Eastern Shore ballparks proves we’re part of that trend. By all accounts, the physical, mental and emotional benefits of individual and team sports
Enjoy Alabama’s Great Outdoors – Safely!
November marks fall and all its outdoor glory in full swing, with cooler weather at long last here in South Alabama and plenty of outdoor pursuits filling up weekend calendars. Hunting is one of those fall pastimes that allow families
A Repetitive Problem – The One Sport Injury
Gregg Terral, MD Summer break is over, kids are back in school and fall sports are in full swing from elementary to high school. With more and more young athletes under 12 focusing on just one sport and training year-round,
Dr. Gregg Terral Performs 100th Mako Joint Replacement Surgery
(Foley) Sixteen months after performing the first Mako robot-guided joint replacement surgery in Baldwin County, Dr. Gregg Terral marked his 100th surgery this month. The 3D virtual model of a patient’s unique joint offers a revolutionary capability for customized joint
September is Falls Prevention Month
De-clutter your home, put a bell on pets, get your vision and bone density checked, or take a yoga class! More important tips to protect yourself or an aging loved one with the AAOS Falls Prevention & Awareness Guide.
WKRG’s The Doctor is In
WKRG’s The Doctor is In – featuring Dr. Jason Determann discussing shoulder pain and its causes September 13th. Watch Joshua Wing with the Bayside Orthopaedic Bone Health Clinic – June 7th on The Doctor is In .
Summertime: Fun, Freedom and… Fractures?
Dr. Jay Savage It’s no secret that summer on the Eastern Shore is loaded with opportunities to get out, get active and enjoy this beautiful area that we are blessed to call home. But, sometimes summertime fun for our children
New robotic arm assists South Baldwin surgeons
Bayside Orthopaedic featured in Gulf Coast Media’s “Focus on Health” – May 9, 2019
Bayside Orthopaedic Now Offers Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery
Direct Anterior Approach Total Hip Arthroplasty
Hip replacement or Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) is one of the most commonly performed Orthopaedic procedures with an estimated 350,000 patients in the United States having hip replacement surgery each year. There has been a great increase in the number
