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Why is Sleep Position important for Spinal health?
Have you ever wondered how to maintain proper spinal alignment when you sleep? Let's explore the importance of sleep posture and how to align your spine optimally while sleeping, with insights from our fellowship-trained spine surgeon, Dr. Richardson.
Orthopedic Surgery: Pre & Post-Op Expectations for Different Joint Replacements
Whether it's a hip, knee, ankle, or shoulder replacement, the recovery process may be different for each surgery. here's our pre- & post-op guide for a variety of joint replacement surgeries
Can You Prevent Hand & Wrist Arthritis?
In this blog, let's explore the question: Can we truly prevent hand & wrist arthritis? Discover proactive measures for safeguarding your hands and preventing arthritis with lifestyle changes and targeted exercises.
What is a Herniated Disk?
Are worried you might have a herniated disk or just curious what a herniated disk entails? Let’s dive into the causes, symptoms, and possible treatment options for a herniated disk with our fellowship trained spine surgeon, Dr. Richardson.
Meet Our Spine Surgeon — Kevin Richardson, DO
We are so excited to introduce the newest addition to our practice, Dr. Richardson — Board Certified Orthopedic Spine Surgeon.
Understanding and Treating a Boxer's Fracture
Are worried you might have a boxer’s fracture or just curious what a dislocated shoulder is? Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and possible treatment options for a boxer’s fracture.
Texas High School Hall of Famer Back On The Field
Congratulations Dr. DeLee on being inducted into the Texas High School Football Hall of Fame. This is such a remarkable accomplishment!
Meet Our Hand Surgeon — Brandon Stein, MD
We are so excited to introduce the newest addition to our practice, Dr. Stein — Board-Eligible Orthopedic Hand Surgeon.
What Is A Shoulder Dislocation?
Are worried you might have a dislocated shoulder or just curious what a dislocated shoulder is? Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and possible treatment options for a shoulder dislocation.
What Is Ankle Arthritis?
Curious about what ankle arthritis is? Learn more about the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for ankle arthritis.
What Is The Most Common Elbow Injury?
One of the most common elbow conditions is tennis elbow, also known as lateral epicondylitis. It is a common condition. Anyone who uses their upper extremities for a significant amount of activity, such as players of other racquet sports, golfers, is susceptible to this condition. It usually resolves by itself if we do nothing.
Elbow Surgery Patient
I had had an incident where I was surfing and it was relatively routine, I fell off my surfboard, you know, it was probably two-meter green face waves, nothing to be concerned about. As I'm getting churned underwater, I feel a snap in my right elbow, and at that point, I knew I needed to make my way back to the shore and kind of figure out what had gone on. I figured when I got home, I need to go ahead and take care of it immediately.
Enovis hosts Fellows Course in Hip & Knee Arthroplasty
Dr. Morrey was on the faculty for Enovis/DJO’s Fellows Course in Hip & Knee Arthroplasty in Austin, TX, on March 31-April 2, 2023. He was accompanied by Dirk and Raul from Valor Medical Solutions, who assisted him at his lab station.
Is My Ankle Sprained or Broken?
It can be difficult to differentiate between a sprain and a break because a really bad sprain can look very similar to a broken ankle. So, let’s discuss the difference between the two!
Life After A Shoulder Replacement
Lori had been suffering from shoulder pain that was limiting her ability to participate in activities she enjoyed. After visiting with Dr. Burns, she found out she was a candidate for shoulder replacement.
What Is A Shoulder Labral Tear?
A shoulder labral tear is a type of injury that is common among athletes and individuals of all ages. But, what exactly is it?
What Is the Cause of Your Knee Pain?
Often, when patients experience knee pain, the first step they take is to consult with a knee specialist in order to discover the problem. There are many causes to knee pain, such as arthritis, sprains, strains, etc. In addition, knee pain can also be caused by problems with your back, hips, or feet.
Platelet-Rich Plasma vs. Orthobiologics Injections for Joint Pain
Joint pain is a common problem that affects many people, and it can be caused by a variety of factors, including injury, arthritis, and overuse. In recent years, new treatments have emerged which offer a more natural and less invasive approach to treating joint pain. Let’s explore these options - PRP and Orthobiologics.
Achilles Tendon Injury Recovery Story
Michael had an individualized treatment plan provided by the orthopedic specialists to assess his injuries and come up with the best plan of action to give him proper results.
Amigos en Medicina
With a mission to provide access to healthcare for southside residents of San Antonio, Ortho SA has partnered up with Christus Health and UIW Physical Therapy/Medical Students to make this possible.