Register now for Orthopedic Associates’ 6th Annual Fun Run

10K, 5K and 1-mile races to be held Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013

PORT HURON, Mich. (June 2013) – Registration is open for Orthopedic Associates of Port Huron’s 6th Annual Fun Run on Saturday, Aug. 17, 2013. The community event includes a 10K and 5K (walk and run) starting at 8:00 a.m., and 1-mile run starting at 7:30 a.m. at the practice location, 940 River Centre Drive. To register, visit www.oaph.com/oa-fun-run.

“We always encourage our patients to maintain healthy, active lifestyles, and this is a fun opportunity to celebrate our patients’ and community members’ successes,” says Dr. Wilmont R. Kreis, sports medicine doctor at Orthopedic Associates of Port Huron.

Individuals of all fitness levels, from marathoners to casual runners, are encouraged to participate. The race will include awards for each age category and overall winners, prizes for the top three male and female finishers, and a raffle drawing for an Apple iPod Touch. Additionally, each pre-registered runner will receive a tech shirt.

The entry fee is $10 if received by August 2 and $20 thereafter. Race packets will be available for pick-up on Friday, Aug. 16, from 6-8 p.m. at the practice office. During this time, Orthopedic Associates of Port Huron will also provide free biomechanical foot assessments and shoe wear recommendations.

For Orthopedic Associates’ Fun Run questions or to register for the event, please call (810) 985-4900 or visit www.oaph.com/oa-fun-run.

Orthopedic Associates of Port Huron is St. Clair County’s largest orthopedic practice, with 10 specialists trained and skilled in treating the bones, joints and muscles within several areas of the body. The doctors’ areas of expertise include spine, shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, hip, knee, foot and ankle, sports medicine, joint reconstruction, nonoperative care and pain management. Orthopedic Associates of Port Huron proudly provides sports medicine coverage for several area athletes and teams. For more information on the practice and its doctors, visit www.oaph.com.