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You’ve heard of school sports, and you’ve heard of sports medicine. But did you know that sports medicine practices are there to help even before you experience injury? Read on to learn how an experienced sports medicine group can help young athletes not only heal but also excel in their chosen sport.  What does a sports medicine physician do?  A sports medicine physician specializes in both preventing and treating illness and injury. More specifically, they focus on non-musculoskeletal conditions. This means they want to help you avoid costly and invasive procedures when alternative approaches can bring you relief.  What does …

Our team of sports medicine doctors, trainers, therapists and surgeons delivers comprehensive care for student athletes and active people of all ages. Whether you think of yourself as an athlete or just want to improve your mobility in daily life, the team at Henry Community Health can help. Our Approach We believe that restoring and improving your strength, mobility and endurance are key to good health—for people of all ages and activity levels. We coordinate care across several disciplines so you can work, play and live well. Services We Offer From student sports to post-injury care, our sports medicine doctors …

April 8th is quickly approaching!! As the excitement for the eclipse begins to build, here are some tips to keep you safe:  1. Wear ISO-Approved Eyewear  Wear ISO-approved eyewear to view the eclipse safely. Without the proper eyewear, you risk an eye injury.  2. Plan For Traffic  Henry County is expected to see an increase in traffic starting April 6th through April 8th. It will be crucial to plan when traveling to any scheduled appointments. Be sure to leave early and fill up on gas to accommodate the potential wait times.  3. Eye Injury Symptoms Will Not Be Immediate  Eye …

Henry Community Health Among Top 5% Nationwide for Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Henry Community Health announced today that it has been recognized as a 2024 Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Excellence Award™ by Healthgrades, the leading resource consumers use to find a hospital or doctor. This achievement reflects the organization’s dedication to clinical excellence and distinguishes Henry Community Health as one of the nation’s leading hospitals for outpatient orthopedic surgery. “Henry Community Health is proud to receive this prestigious award that places our orthopedic team in the top 5 percent of hospitals in the nation for orthopedic surgeries,” said Cori Morris, Chief Operating …

New Castle IN, January 3, 2024 – Henry Community Health now offers Mako SmartRobotics™for joint replacements. This advancement in joint replacement surgery transforms the way totalknee replacements are performed. Dr. Thomas Mathews, an orthopedic surgeon for HenryCounty Center for Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine for over 30 years, is now certified inMako Robotic-Arm assisted surgery. Mako Total Knee combines Stryker’s advanced robotic technology with its clinically successfulTriathlon Total Knee System, which enables surgeons to have a more predictable surgicalexperience with increased precision and accuracy. Mako SmartRobotics™ consists of threeunique components – 3D CT-based planning, AccuStop™ haptic technology, and insightful data …

New Castle IN, January 3, 2024 – Henry Community Health now offers Mako SmartRobotics™for joint replacements. This advancement in joint replacement surgery transforms the way totalknee replacements are performed. Dr. Thomas Mathews, an orthopedic surgeon for HenryCounty Center for Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine for over 30 years, is now certified inMako Robotic-Arm assisted surgery. Mako Total Knee combines Stryker’s advanced robotic technology with its clinically successfulTriathlon Total Knee System, which enables surgeons to have a more predictable surgicalexperience with increased precision and accuracy. Mako SmartRobotics™ consists of threeunique components – 3D CT-based planning, AccuStop™ haptic technology, and insightful data …

Our Approach While our practice is one of the select few certified in advanced orthopedic surgical techniques, our goal is to reduce pain and restore mobility with as minimal intervention as possible. We look to non-invasive therapies and minimally invasive surgeries wherever possible to speed your recovery time.  Orthopedic Specialties As highly trained orthopedic practitioners, the surgeons, physicians’ assistants and nurses in our practice specialize in different parts of the body, with expertise in a wide range of conditions and treatments including: Advanced Techniques We care for any injury to the joints using the latest methods and interventions, from therapies …

If you’re navigating the complicated world of shoulder surgery, you may be struggling to understand the risks and rewards and where to go for the best experience. A shoulder replacement, also known as total shoulder arthroplasty, is a huge undertaking at any age and at any level of health. That’s why you deserve to be well-informed about the most advanced surgical options available so you can maximize your results. Start by learning about the incredible benefits of the Exactech GPS Shoulder, now available at Henry Community Health.  Precise Shoulder Surgery Outcomes From Exactech at HCH Considering Surgery Before you consider …

If every step brings you pain or discomfort, you are likely to forego most of life’s pleasures and even everyday tasks. That is why it can be so debilitating to have any ankle conditions or feet conditions. They can originate in many areas, including arteries, bones, joints, ligaments, nerves, tendons, and veins. Rather than struggle through the pain or miss out on events and other possibilities, call on the experts at Henry County Center for Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine.  Common Feet and Ankle Conditions Injury or an ongoing condition can impact your feet and ankles suddenly or over time. …

Functioning fingers and hands are necessary for everyday life, so when something goes wrong, it can stop your life in its tracks. You may be able to adapt for a time, but that can cause further damage and pain. Instead, turn to the experts at Henry County Center for Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine to help you make a change.  Conditions Explained There are several conditions that can affect your fingers and hands, but here are a few ongoing conditions that may require specialized medical intervention: Osteoarthritis of the hand Cartilage in the joints breaks down over time, creating bone-on-bone …