McLaren Clarkston

Patient is thankful for her physical therapist’s ability to work with her. Susan calls herself “an unusual case.” Her chronic back pain goes back 30 years, ultimately resulting in lumbar and neck fusions and seemingly countless appointments with physical therapists. On top of that, recent rotator cuff and bicep tears would send her back to a therapist. This time, though, she’d work with the rehab specialists at McLaren Clarkston, mainly working with therapist Stephen Ming: Since they’re all connected, h...

Don't delay your lifesaving screenings. In an effort to increase the ease of access to potentially lifesaving breast cancer screenings, McLaren Clarkston has expanded its breast centers to include online scheduling. This move was motivated to combat the pandemic-induced delay in regular screenings. Conveniently located in the Village of Clarkston and the McLaren Clarkston campus, patients can view all open appointments and choose the one that best fits their schedule all in a few clicks at mclaren.org/c...

Less severe forms of can be treated at home while more severe cases may lead to amputation. Frostbite occurs when the top layer of your skin and underlying tissues freeze and is most common on the fingers, toes, nose, ears, cheeks and chin. Exposed skin is most vulnerable to frostbite, but covered skin can also be affected, so it’s vital for everyone to know the signs and symptoms of frostbite when venturing out into extreme cold. Symptoms Cold and prickly-feeling skin Numbness Unusual skin color Hard o...

Countless mishaps have quickly led to a trip to the ER. This time of year can get tricky (or treat?), and the last thing you need is blood on your hands. In the weeks and days leading up to Halloween, local ERs often see a significant spike in deep cuts and lacerations resulting from a slip and slice of a pumpkin carving mishap. A few simple pumpkin carving tips can save anyone from a trip to the ER and some potential stitches. Leave it to the grown ups You have to walk before you can run, and you have ...