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  • Meet Mark LaBelle, M.D.

    Meet Mark LaBelle, M.D.

    For Summit sports medicine surgeon Mark LaBelle, M.D., listening is the cornerstone of his practice philosophy. For Summit sports medicine surgeon Mark LaBelle, M.D., orthopedics is a specialty that focuses …

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  • How-To Wrap An Injured Finger [Video]

    How-To Wrap An Injured Finger [Video]

    “How-to” Video Series How-to buddy tape an injured finger A jammed finger is a very common injury that cause can cause swelling and pain, and the finger can become very difficult …

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  • Introducing David Rippe, M.D. [Video]

    Introducing David Rippe, M.D. [Video]

    Meet the Expert: Doctor Bio Video Series Introducing David Rippe, M.D., a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician who specializes in electrodiagnostic medicine at Summit Orthopedics in Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota. Summit Orthopedics supports healthy communities Community …

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  • What Should I Expect at My EMG Appointment?

    What Should I Expect at My EMG Appointment?

    Summit Orthopedics electrodiagnostic medicine specialist David Rippe, M.D., tells you what to expect when you have an appointment for an EMG. If you’re experiencing troublesome symptoms like numbness, tingling, weakness, …

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  • Meet Dr. David Rippe

    Meet Dr. David Rippe

    David Rippe, M.D., is a physical medicine and rehabilitation physician who specializes in electrodiagnostic medicine. Summit Orthopedics is delighted to welcome David Rippe, M.D., to the team. Dr. Rippe specializes …

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  • What Is an EMG?

    What Is an EMG?

    Summit Orthopedics electrodiagnostic medicine specialist David Rippe, M.D., explains the basics of EMGs. What is an EMG? An EMG, which is short for electromyography, is a muscle and nerve test that …

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  • How Can I Improve My Balance?

    How Can I Improve My Balance?

    Summit Orthopedics physical therapist Kyle Hall, DPT, physical therapy site lead for Summit’s Vadnais Heights location, shares some easy ways to improve your balance. Although it is often overlooked, balance …

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  • Frequently Asked Questions About Back Pain

    Frequently Asked Questions About Back Pain

    We asked Summit Orthopedics physical therapist Amanda Feeney, DPT, OCS, to share what questions her patients ask most often about back pain — and how she answers them. Amanda Feeney, …

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  • Smart Standing Tips to Avoid Back Pain

    Smart Standing Tips to Avoid Back Pain

    Summit Orthopedics physical therapist Amanda Feeney, DPT, OCS, shares some tips for avoiding back pain if you stand all day. We all know that sitting down all day — in …

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