Tendinitis is inflammation or irritation of a tendon – the thick, flexible cord of tissue that attaches muscle to bone.  Tendinitis most commonly occurs around the shoulders, elbows, hands, wrists, knees, or heels. The condition is often confused with a muscle strain due to similar symptoms such as pain, tenderness, swelling, or decreased strength and flexibility.  Kevin M. Ouweleen, M.D., of Licking Memorial Orthopedic Surgery explains how you can tell the difference between tendinitis and a muscle strain.

| Posted On : 1/3/2023 10:03:14 AM |

Kari Richards refers to herself as a walking miracle.  In November 2021, she was diagnosed with COVID-19, and after suffering from complications, she was intubated and slipped into a coma for two months.  Kari credits her recovery to Bassam Kret, M.D., and the entire LMH medical staff who cared for her in the Intensive Care Unit.

| Posted On : 1/3/2023 9:53:43 AM |

Women who use substances, alcohol, or tobacco during their pregnancy are more likely to have negative health outcomes for themselves and their baby.  In an effort to provide support for mothers with substance use disorders and their children, Licking Memorial Health Systems has joined with other Licking County agencies to form the Licking County Plan of Safe Care (POSC) Partnership with the goal of strengthening families and keeping children safely at home.

| Posted On : 12/20/2022 3:51:27 PM |