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World Cup Hub
From brackets to group guides that focus on teams connections to the Carolinas, our 2018 World Cup Hub is the place to go for all the latest local world cup information.
Read MoreFrom Two ACL Tears to West Point - Patient Caroline Horne
Two ACL tears in less than a year would be difficult to come back from for most. But with hard work and a positive attitude, Charlottean Caroline Horne didn't just recover from her two ACL tears - she thrived. Learn more about how Caroline went from double injury to successful West Point student with the help of OrthoCarolina's medical team.
Read MorePlan the Perfect Beech Mountain Summer Getaway
Escape the heat and humidity this summer for a weekend with equal parts outdoor adventure and relaxation in this North Carolina town.
High Octane Performance: A Crew Member’s Determination to Stay in the Race
For Robby Maschhaupt, racing isn’t just a job. It’s his life. In fact, it’s the only job he’s ever had. Robby has been in racing for 33 years as a crew member, including Off Road racing, Indy Car, NASCAR and endurance racing. Despite facing numerous injuries, this is how he stayed in the race.
Read MoreStep inside the Operating Room: OrthoCarolina to Live Stream Partial Rotator Cuff Surgery on Facebook
Dr. Robert “Bobby” Morgan will perform the Regeneten Rotator Cuff Bioinductive Implant surgical procedure, a new technology designed to improve the treatment of rotator cuff disease, live on Facebook.
Read MoreStep Inside the Operating Room with OrthoCarolina
Dr. Robert Morgan and Scot Rheinecker, PA, perform a partial rotator cuff surgery. This video takes viewers through the entire process and addresses some FAQs about the type of surgery.
Read MoreHow to Pull Off the Perfect Weekend Mountain Getaway From Charlotte
Plan the perfect weekend getaway by mixing and matching these top activities, eateries, and places to stay in the North Carolina High Country.
Read More8 Things about NASCAR That Might Surprise You
For drivers, pit crew and teams, NASCAR races are their jobs and their livelihoods, and they take their work just as seriously as anyone else. Here are eight things about NASCAR that might surprise you.
Read MoreOutdoor Yoga: 4 Tips for Success
When trying yoga for the first time, many worry they don't have the right gear or look the part. Besides the beauty of practicing in nature, outdoor yoga is a great, accessible way to take a class without the pressure of mirrors or the traditional studio experience. Check out our tips for outdoor yoga success and join us June 9 for FREE classes in South Park's Symphony Park.
Read MoreNASCAR's Aric Almirola: Injury Felt Like Twisting Knife In Back
Aric Almirola knew immediately following his horrendous crash at Kansas Speedway that he had a spinal injury, but the NASCAR driver said Friday he didn’t realize the severity of his broken back until he talked with doctors and learned he would be sidelined for eight to twelve weeks.
Read MoreLosing a Foot to Save a Life
In 2013, Jenn Andrews’ focus was on her first pregnancy and a little self-care, when a pedicure technician felt a small bump on Jenn’s foot. What seemed so trivial that day would become so important later. That bump was a tumor – myxoid sarcoma, a rare and potentially life-threatening form of cancer. Despite an initial attempt at removing the tumor, it eventually came back, and now Jenn faced a daunting choice five years later: She could cure the cancer only by losing her foot.
Read MoreHow to Access the Appalachian Trail from Charlotte: 4 Great Section Hikes in 4 Different States
In North Carolina you'll find easy access to day hikes and weekend backpacking routes on the Appalachian Trail.
Top 6 Places for Outdoor Yoga in Charlotte
When the sun is shining Charlotteans find unique ways to take everything outside, including yoga. From rose gardens to breweries, don't miss these opportunities to move your practice from the studio to the lawn, including our FREE classes at Symphony Park.
Read MoreAthlete Learns a Focus on Self-Care and Mindfulness Pave the Road to Recovery
Training for a marathon, Erin Lingle was used to pushing through the pain, but a hip surgery re-centered her focus.
Read MoreHow I Became a Cyclist: A Doctor’s Reflections
Getting into cycling isn't always easy. He's been riding for 20 years, but hip and knee surgeon J. Ryan Martin, MD of OrthoCarolina Matthews shares his steady climb into getting more active on his bike.
Read MoreStretches and Positions to Help Decrease Your Low Back Pain Before You See Your Medical Doctor or Physical Therapist
Back pain has been a hot topic in recent years and will affect many people at some point in their lives. These positions may help decrease your symptoms to a manageable level to assist with you getting back to the activities you love.
Read MoreMeet the PA: Andy Hylton, PA-C
Get to know Andy Hylton, PA-C from OrthoCarolina Pineville!
Read MoreA Breakthrough in Medical Care: The Starfish Procedure
What is possible if two dedicated doctors come together with an idea to help people who have lost fingers use “their fingers” again? For Eddie Chapman, it means he can tie his shoes. See the full story from WTVI/PBS. Physicians from the Reconstructive Center for Lost Limbs, OrthoCarolina
This woman survived a shark attack: ‘He had my whole arm in his mouth’
Just 10 months ago, Tiffany Johnson and her husband were snorkeling in the Bahamas when a shark attack changed her life forever: “He had my whole arm in his mouth.” NBC’s Kerry Sanders joins Megyn Kelly TODAY to tell her tale of survival. Featuring the Physicians from the Reconstructive Center for Lost Limbs, OrthoCarolina
Occupational Hand Therapy Fellowship Program at OrthoCarolina Earns Full Accreditation
The OrthoCarolina Occupational Hand Therapy Fellowship Program has received official accreditation from the American Occupational Therapy Association, Inc. (AOTA). OrthoCarolina now has the only accredited occupational/hand therapy program in North Carolina, and is one of just four accredited programs nationwide.
Read MoreFamily Weekend Getaway in Greenville, SC
Greenville, South Carolina, packs more than 100 restaurants, eclectic locally-owned shops, and 20 miles of greenways in and around a charming and historic Main Street. In downtown Greenville, you can enjoy a weekend of relaxation, outdoor recreation, family fun, and everything in between.
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