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Five Misconceptions About Repetitive Strain Injuries

Posted on February 26, 2026 (February 26, 2026) by mosaadmin

Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) such as carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, and tennis elbow are some of the most commonly treated orthopedic conditions, and are also commonly misunderstood. RSIs affect office workers, athletes, musicians, healthcare professionals, and anyone whose daily activities involve repeated motions. Here is the truth behind five misconceptions about RSIs: 1. RSIs Aren’t Just a “Desk Job” Problem While many people associate typing […]

OSA’s Roster of Top Doctors Continues to Grow with 10 Physicians Named to This Year’s Castle Connolly 2026 Top Doctors and Rising Stars List

Posted on January 21, 2026 (February 12, 2026) by khughes

Orthopaedic Surgical Associates (OSA) is proud to announce that 10 of our physicians have been recognized on this year’s Castle Connolly 2026 Top Doctors and Rising Stars list. These notable doctors are nominated by their peers and thoroughly validated by Castle Connolly’s research team to ensure that they deliver the highest quality patient care. The […]

Frequenty Asked Questions on Common Spine Conditions

Posted on October 16, 2025 (October 16, 2025) by khughes

Degenerative Disc Disease (DDD) What is degenerative disc disease? Degenerative disc disease is the natural wear-and-tear of spinal discs. Despite being a part of normal aging, this wear and tear can be painful. What are the symptoms? People typically experience chronic back or neck pain which may worsen when sitting, bending or lifting. How is […]

Innovations in Spine Surgery: AI Personalized Implants for Fusions

Posted on January 13, 2025 (January 13, 2025) by mosaadmin

Back pain is one of the most common reasons that people seek a physician’s care. Depending on the cause and severity, there are several pain relief treatments available ranging from conservative to surgical. When appropriate, conservative treatments can include anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy and/or injections. One surgical option for back and/or leg pain is a […]

Physician Spotlight on Dr. Scott Sigman

Posted on October 26, 2023 (December 12, 2023) by khughes

How did you get interested in orthopedics? I played football and lacrosse in high school and injured my knee in 11th grade. I was treated by an orthopedic surgeon who was a former lacrosse player for Johns Hopkins. He mentored me and provided great life advice. At that moment orthopedic surgery and sports medicine was […]

Physician Spotlight on Dr. Steven DiSegna

Posted on October 26, 2023 (July 29, 2024) by khughes

How did you get interested in medicine (in general) and then in orthopedic surgery as a specialty? I became interested in medicine because I always enjoyed science throughout my years of education, and I knew I wanted to help people. Becoming a doctor seemed like a perfect match for me. What is your practice philosophy? […]