Marshall Orthopaedics

09/26/2025

Falls are preventable! Dr. Amit Singla with Marshall Orthopaedics shares ways to improve your balance, strength, and overall stability:

💪 Targeted exercises to build leg and core strength

🧘 Stretching and flexibility routines to improve stability

🏃 Gentle cardio to maintain endurance and coordination

🩺 Professional guidance for balance assessments or mobility concerns

👟 Check shoes for proper support and grip

🐾 Pets can create tripping hazards: place a bell on small pets and train stronger dogs not to pull on the leash

Stay safe, and reach out to Marshall Orthopaedics if you have any fall-related concerns.

09/23/2025

Quick Tip Tuesday 💡

This Falls Prevention Week, Dr. James Reagan with Marshall Orthopaedics shares simple ways to stay safe and prevent falls at home.

And don’t forget — holding handrails on the stairs and moving carefully around pets are simple habits that make a big difference, too. 🐾

09/17/2025

Big win for knees everywhere! 🦵✨

ICYM Marshall Orthopaedics surgeon Dr. Dana Lycans performed the region’s first BEAR ACL procedure at Cabell Huntington Hospital. This innovative option uses a bioengineered implant and the patient’s blood to help the body heal its own ligament.

Dr. Lycans also offers additional ACL options including the fertilized ACL and patellar tendon ACL reconstruction. With expertise in sports medicine and minimally invasive knee surgery, he provides care tailored to each patient’s needs.

As team physician for Marshall University Athletics and area high schools, Dr. Lycans knows what it takes to keep athletes in the game. Now accepting new patients at the Marshall Sports Medicine Institute.

📞 304.691.1880 (Huntington)

🗞️ Read more: bit.ly/3ULGQ2H

09/13/2025

Marshall Health Network is the first in West Virginia and the surrounding region to offer 2.0, the next-generation nanoarthroscopy technology by Arthrex, advancing the diagnosis and treatment of joint conditions through high-definition visualization and minimally invasive techniques.

“Introducing NanoNeedle 2.0 reinforces our commitment to providing patients in West Virginia and the surrounding region with access to the most advanced orthopaedic care available,” said Dr. Chad Lavender. “By giving us an inside view of a joint with high-definition clarity, NanoNeedle 2.0 makes it possible to diagnose and treat injuries more quickly, with less discomfort and downtime for patients.”

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📞 304.691.6710

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09/08/2025

When an ACL injury takes you off the field you want the best on your sideline. 🏈

Marshall Orthopaedics surgeon Dr. Chad Lavender pioneered the fertilized ACL technique, which enhances graft healing by using biologics to promote faster recovery.

What makes it different:

✅ Boosts graft healing
✅ Promotes faster recovery
✅ Helps athletes return to activity with confidence

Don’t let an ACL injury sideline you. Call Dr. Lavender to explore advanced treatment options.

📞 304-691-6710 (Teays Valley)

09/02/2025

Steve Roadcap knew he’d put off his knee replacement surgery for too long – 15 years too long. The baseball scout for the Cincinnati Reds said he was managing a Minor League team for the Philadelphia Phillies in 2010 when his doctor at the time told him he would need knee replacement surgery sooner than later. ⚾️

Marshall Health orthopaedic surgeon Matthew Bullock, D.O., MPT, performed Roadcap’s single knee replacement surgery using the Smith & Nephew CORI Robotic system in December 2024. 🦵

"Being in sports my whole career, I wanted the best care, and I got it at Marshall Health,” Roadcap said. 💚

📗 Read Steve's Story: bit.ly/41o2s99

🦴 Learn about options at Marshall Health: bit.ly/3JCUh2Q

08/27/2025

Marshall orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Dana Lycans recently performed the region’s first Bridge-Enhanced ACL Restoration (BEAR) procedure at Cabell Huntington Hospital. 🏥💚

Unlike traditional ACL surgery, this FDA-approved innovation allows the body to heal its own ligament using a bio-engineered implant combined with the patient’s blood.

Benefits may include:

-Faster recovery
-Shorter surgery time
-Fewer complications
-Preservation of your knee’s natural structure

Dr. Lycans, team physician for Marshall University Athletics and area high schools, is now accepting new patients at the Marshall Sports Medicine Institute and HIMG.

📞 304.691.1880

🗞️ Read more: bit.ly/3ULGQ2H

08/23/2025

What a night at Marshall University Men's Soccer’s regular season home opener at Hoops Family Field! ⚽💚

We were proud to celebrate Marshall Health Network as CEO Scott Raynes received the game ball alongside some of our incredible Marshall Orthopaedics providers.

From game-day readiness to recovery, our team brings together physicians, trainers, therapists and specialists to deliver advanced, coordinated care. 🩺

Here’s to a healthy, winning season ahead! 💪

08/06/2025

We hit it out of the park this weekend with the Charleston Dirty Birds! ⚾💚

Friday was Marshall Health Network Night at GoMart Ballpark, complete with a first pitch from our very own Dr. Matthew Bullock, orthopaedic surgeon! 🦴 is proud to be the official sports medicine provider of the Dirty Birds.

Thanks to everyone who joined us for a fun night at the ballpark!

07/10/2025

Join our team at Marshall Orthopaedics – Teays Valley! 💚🏥

We’re hiring a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to support our Sports Medicine team and provide top-tier, patient-centered care. 🏃‍♂️✨

📲 Apply today: bit.ly/4ldQHdi

07/03/2025

🇺🇸🎆 Happy 4th of July from Marshall Orthopaedics! 🎆🇺🇸

As we gather to celebrate with fireworks and outdoor fun, let’s take a moment to prioritize safety - especially with fireworks and ATVs.

We remember the late Dr. Frank Shuler, a beloved Marshall Orthopaedics physician and advocate for injury prevention. In the video below, Dr. Shuler shares vital tips on firework and ATV safety to help keep you and your loved ones protected this holiday.

Let’s honor Dr. Shuler’s legacy by celebrating responsibly. Wishing everyone a joyful, injury-free Independence Day!

When summer rolls around, hospital emergency rooms can always count on an influx in injuries caused by ATV and fireworks accidents. To explain, orthopedic tr...

07/02/2025

🎉 Congratulations to Dr. Bullock and Dr. Lycans! 🎉

We are proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of two of our faculty members:

👏 Dr. Matthew Bullock has been recently promoted to Professor at Marshall University, recognizing his significant contributions to research, education, and the Marshall community.

👏 Dr. Dana Lycans has been recently promoted to Associate Professor at Marshall University, a testament to his exceptional scholarship, dedication to teaching, and impactful service.

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Bullock and Dr. Lycans on these well-deserved milestones in their careers!