Dr. Lorin Merrill Brown, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Crown Point, IN specializing in sports medicine, pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and pediatrics (child & adolescent medicine). He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. Dr. Lorin Merrill Brown, MD is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine and KENTUCKY ORTHOPEDIC REHABILITATION LLC.
10855 Virginia Street
Crown Point, IN 46307
5841 S Maryland Avenue
Chicago, IL 60637
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Dr. Lorin Merrill Brown, MD graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. He completed residency at Michael Reese Hospital. He is certified by the Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Indiana.
Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School
Residency: Michael Reese Hospital
Board Certification: Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery
Licensed In: Indiana
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Dr. Lorin Merrill Brown, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, CIGNA POS, CIGNA HMO, MultiPlan PPO, Medicare Advantage, Aetna POS, Aetna, Medicare, Humana, PHCS PPO, Aetna Medicare PPO, United W500 Emergent Wrap, United Options (PPO), CountyCare *see insurance page, BCBS HMO (HMOI) (specialists only), United Select (HMO & EPO) (specialists only), University of Chicago Health Plan (UCHP), United Choice HMO (specialists only), BCBS Blue Precision HMO (specialists only) and United Choice Plus POS/PPO.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Lorin Merrill Brown, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
EMPI, INC. |
$23
NMES $23 |
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Wright Medical Technology, Inc. |
$21
PRO-DENSE $21 |
Food and Beverage | $44 |
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This table describes ownership payments received by Dr. Lorin Merrill Brown, MD.
CCPA Purchasing Partners, L.P. | 2014 | $10.00 | Physician Covered Recipient | Limited Partnership Interest |
Dr. Lorin Brown is a specialist in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Dr. Brown is a graduate of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. He completed his residency training at Michael Reese Hospital. His clinical interests include scoliosis, leg length discrepancy, and joint pain. Blue California, Aetna, and CIGNA Plans are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Brown honors. Dr. Brown is affiliated with The University of Chicago Medicine.