New, nonsurgical treatment for Dupuytren’s Contracture
Dr. Eberhart now offers XIAFLEX treatment, a painless, non-surgical treatment for a common hand disorder that worsens over time and can cause deformity and loss of hand function in some patients.
Symptoms of Dupuytren’s Contracture include the presence of a painless nodule in the palm, which develops into a cord-like band. As the disorder progresses, the fingers curl up and are unable to be easily straightened.
Until recently, surgery was the only way to treat this often hereditary condition. A new medication called XIAFLEX offers a non-surgical alternative. XIAFLEX should be injected into the cord by a healthcare provider who is experienced in injection procedures of the hand and treating people with Dupuytren’s Contracture. XIAFLEX (the only FDA-approved nonsurgical treatment option) helps “break” the cord that is causing the finger to be bent.
Dr. Eberhart, our hand specialist, is fellowship trained in hand surgery.
Watch... Our new video shows a real patient’s experience with the Xiaflex procedure.
Stories... Read comments from some of Dr. Eberhart’s patients
Direct Anterior Hip Replacement Surgery
Learn about this minimally invasive approach, which shortens recovery time and minimizes post-operative pain. Dr. Akhilesh Sastry is one of the few surgeons who has been trained in this approach, and is the first to have performed it in the seacoast.
Read more... Learn more about Anterior Hip Replacement - and Dr. Sastry.
Stories... Learn from John and Doug about their recent success with anterior hip replacement.
Meet Dr. Glen Crawford
In the spring of 2010, Dr. Glen Crawford left Anna Jaques Hospital and his practice in Newburyport to join Sports Medicine Atlantic Orthopaedics – drawn by the outstanding medical resources of his new colleagues and Portsmouth Regional Hospital.
Dr. Crawford specializes in sports medicine, hip and knee replacement and arthroscopy, and both surgical and nonsurgical treatment of arthritis, overuse and workplace injuries. He has been nationally recognized for his decades of philanthropic medical work in Africa.
Read more... Read Dr. Glen Crawford's credentials.
Stories... Read comments from some of Dr. Crawford’s patients
New Evening Hours
Daytime appointments can be difficult to schedule for some patients, and we’re pleased to announce that
Dr. Glen Crawford is now accepting patient appointments on Tuesday evenings. Please call for times: (603) 431-1121
Excellence in Shoulder Care
Dr. Noerdlinger is a Board Certified and fellowship trained Orthopaedic surgeon specializing in shoulder surgery.
He treats patients in Portsmouth, NH and York, ME. He is a Fellow of the American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is a Certified Independent Medical Examiner. He is the Chief of the Department of Orthopaedics at Portsmouth Regional Hospital, a faculty member at the University of New Hampshire and University of New England, and a team doctor at the University of New Hampshire. Dr. Noerdlinger is a partner of SportsMedicine Atlantic Orthopaedics.
Read more... Learn more about Shoulder Care - and Dr. Noerdlinger.
Stories... Read comments from some of Dr. Noerdlinger’s patients
Humanitarian Aid
Dr. Crawford is once again returning to aid and educate the African country of Tanzania.
He has volunteered multiple trips over many years to support and develop the medical care and attention to a very needy population. Tanzania and many other developing nations are provided tools to advance the standard of health care available for their nation’s poor.
Additionally, Dr. Crawford is extensively involved with IMEC. This humanitarian organization based in America accumulates donated medical equipment, restores them, and packages them to be delivered to developing countries. The majority of IMEC’s workers are also dedicated volunteers. More information about IMEC is available at www.imecamerica.org.
On-site Digital X-Ray Imaging
SportsMedicine Atlantic Orthopaedics is pleased to recognize our investment of digital technology for our on-site xray imaging services.
We are proud that the radiation exposure level to the patient is now the lowest of all surrounding healthcare facilities with this latest Canon / Quantum equipment.
This efficient cutting edge technology allows a patient's films to be viewed almost immediately. Patient wait times in the office are minimized and staff is unburdened from the prior cumbersome process. Additionally, all our providers now have unlimited access to these films wherever they may be with an internet connection.
