Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee

Originally published in the Williamson Herald — When we hear that a family member or loved one needs a knee replacement, we often grimace at the thought of a long recovery before they regain their quality of life. But, with expert guidance from physical therapists—like the ones at Bone and Joint Institute of Tennessee—the recovery process can…

Originally published in the Williamson Herald — Do warmer weather and longer days have you eager to pick up a new outdoor hobby or perhaps revisit your 2025 fitness goals? Spring is the perfect time to reconnect with nature, which is why many people take up walking or running. However, it’s essential to use the proper preventive…

Originally published in the Williamson Herald — With a new year comes goal setting, lifestyle changes and a sense of freshness. But it is also the perfect time to tackle those medical procedures that you may have been putting off. For example, lingering shoulder pain can have a negative effect on your daily life but many people…

As we emerge from the holiday chaos, we always seem to jump right into to planning for the new year – cleaning up, setting goals and organizing schedules. However, it’s also important to take time to address your physical and mental well-being so you can be your best self for those around you. Holiday festivities…

Exploring the past, present, and future of joint replacement surgery with Preet Gurusamy, M.D., uncovering advancements that improve lives and mobility In the beloved holiday classic, A Christmas Carol, Ebenezer Scrooge is visited by the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future and taken on a reflective journey throughout his life. Cold-hearted and greedy, Scrooge…

Originally published in the Williamson Herald — With fall athletic seasons coming to an end, many athletes are starting to address injuries and make a recovery plan for the off season. While patience is required with any kind of injury, ACL injuries require special dedication and persistence to heal, especially if the athlete expects to return to…

Originally published in the Williamson Herald — Scotty Wild, DPT, SCS, and Chris Justice, DPT, share expert insights on recovery timelines and rehabilitation protocols for injured athletes Fall sports are well underway, with many teams already playing in the playoffs and tournaments. With so many practices, games, matches and general wear and tear, injuries come with the…

by Colin Looney, M.D. — More than 16 million Americans are currently living with a disease caused by smoking, which is the leading cause of preventable death. Smoking-related diseases can harm nearly every organ in the body, causing cancer, heart disease, stroke, lung disease and much more. What many people may not know is that tobacco use…