Texas Orthopedics
Electromyography, or EMG, is a type of diagnostic test used to detect problems involving nerves, muscles and the signals that they send to each other. If you are experiencing symptoms of a muscle or nerve disorder, …
Ankylosing spondylitis, a chronic form of inflammatory arthritis that primarily targets the spine, can be hard to diagnose, leaving many patients looking for answers to their symptoms. Rheumatologist Dr. Joseph Martinez recently helped clarify some common AS misconceptions on HealthCentral…
Shoulder pain that develops at night while you’re sleeping can be a frustrating and sleep-depriving problem. Orthopedic surgeon and shoulder specialist, Dr. Ryan Tibbetts, says shoulder pain at night is more common than you might think. “One of the …
With the year coming to a close and a new year among us, we would like to congratulate more than half of our Texas Orthopedics physicians on making one of two peer-nominated lists this year.
Texas Monthly’s named SuperDoctors from …
If you have painful joints caused by arthritis, the thought of staying active might seem daunting or even unattainable. But, staying active actually helps to reduce joint pain and allows you to continue to do the activities you love.…
When gyms were closed and sports were cancelled during the pandemic, some athletes took the opportunity to rest. But many athletes, like cross-country runner Ava Sweeney, never stopped training. Thirteen-year-old Ava continued to run even though she was unable to …
When 56-year-old Army Combat veteran Jeffrey Fox fell 18 feet off an extension ladder while working alone as a home builder, he called 911 and was taken by ambulance to the nearest hospital.
Once at the hospital, Jeffrey immediately requested …
Both parents and kids have had to adjust to remote learning during the pandemic, navigating online classes or even homeschooling. No matter your child’s new schedule, it’s crucial that you incorporate physical activity into their daily routine.
These are just …
Participating in sports is a great way to stay fit and healthy. But when a sports-related back injury happens, it can prevent you from performing at your peak and even limit your playing time.
What Causes Lower Back Pain?
Many …
Football, volleyball, and many other sports are resuming practice, or planning to, after an abrupt end last March. While much time has been spent on adopting procedures to prevent the spread of COVID among athletes, sports physicians and trainers have …
