Category: Dr Robert J Snyder MD

Arthritis of the Hand

Robert J. Snyder, MD Arthritis can strike anywhere in the body that there is a joint. However, one of the most challenging places for arthritis to settle is in the joints of the hand and fingers. We use our hands constantly while we are awake and rely on them to do such varied activities as… Read more »

OSC Former Patient Seeking World Boxing Title

Hometown Friend, Chris Laws, Scheduled for First Professional Boxing Match We are excited to announce that our friend and former patient, Chris Laws, will step into the ring for his first professional fight! Orthopaedic & Spine Center, led by Dr. Robert Snyder, is helping to sponsor Chris as he seeks a World Boxing title. Chris… Read more »

September’s Lecture Features Dr. Bob Snyder Speaking About Treatments for Knee Pain

  Patient Specific Knee Replacement: Lifelong Options for Pain Relief Join Dr. Bob Snyder as he discusses both surgical and non-surgical treatment options for some of the most-commonly seen knee problems. Learn about Dr. Snyder’s personal experience with the ConforMIS Knee Resurfacing System and why he prefers it for his own patients. Bring all of… Read more »

If you Have Bunions, Thank Your Parents!

Robert J. Snyder, MD Bunions are one of the most common foot problems and thousands of people seek treatment annually for this mostly inherited condition. Bunions occur when a person’s big toe is pushed towards the remaining toes, causing the joint of the big toe to swell and protrude outward at the base of the… Read more »

The Evolution of Knee Replacement

by Robert J. Snyder, MD The era of modern knee replacement began in the 1970’s with condylar knees. Fixed and mobile bearing knees evolved and since then, knee replacement manufacturers have added their own proprietary changes. However, basically all mass-produced knee replacements are very similar in that they try to accommodate all patients, male and… Read more »

Why do I get Muscle Cramps?

by Robert J. Snyder, MD Anyone who has ever had a Charley Horse or calf cramp knows that it can be extremely painful and can leave you sore for days afterwards. As an Orthopaedic physician, I treat a wide variety of musculoskeletal problems. Occasionally, I will see a person who complains of muscle cramping and… Read more »

November’s OSC Community Lecture Features Dr. Snyder and Patient Specific Knee Replacement

Patient Specific Knee Replacement: Life-long Options for Pain Relief Join Dr. Bob Snyder as he discusses both non-surgical and surgical treatment options for some of the most commonly seen knee problems, including arthritis. Learn about Dr. Snyder’s personal experience with the ConforMIS Knee Resurfacing System and why he prefers it for his own patients. Bring… Read more »

Clavicle Fractures

by Robert J. Snyder, MD The clavicle, or better known as the collarbone, is a vulnerable site for fracture in the body. To go over the anatomical background, the clavicle connects the arm to the body, and is located between the ribcage and the shoulder blade. The clavicle is vulnerable to damage because of its… Read more »

Wrist Sprains are a Commonly Seen Orthopaedic Injury

by Robert J. Snyder, MD A marvel of engineering, our wrists are true workhorses, performing thousands of movements for us and bearing weight for us daily, without complaint. We use our wrists for so many activities. Think of all of the movements that require your wrists, like opening a door, brushing your hair, doing a… Read more »

Bone Tumors: Diagnosis & Treatment

Bone tumors are quite rare. Although this problem is not seen in very many patients, I want to educate you on what exactly a bone tumor is and answer other questions you may have. So what is a bone tumor? A bone tumor is an abnormal collection of cells confined to within the bone or… Read more »