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 MSP Communications annually selects physicians from across the state through a multi-step process taking into […]
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Cross Country Athlete Learns to Listen to Her Body After Season Ending Injury
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 train with her school or club teams. This fall, when it was time to start […]
Dr. John McDonald Wins Best Orthopedic Doctor in Austin
Dr. John McDonald won first place in the orthopedic doctor category for Austin Fit Magazine’s 2019 ‘Best of’ list. It is his fourth consecutive year being nominated. A sports enthusiast and athlete, Dr. McDonald enjoys helping his patients get back into the game by providing them the most appropriate and skilled orthopedic care for their injury. […]
Alabama Star Quarterback Suffers Second Season-Ending Injury: From High Ankle Sprain to Hip
Back-to-back injuries for Alabama star quarterback Tua Tagovailoa have some wondering if he returned to play too early. While Texas Orthopedics can’t make guesses about his condition, we can provide details about these injuries and treatments. Just three weeks after tightrope surgery for a high-ankle injury, Alabama quarterback Tua Tagovailoa played an exceptional game against […]
Treating Your Shin Splints
Austin Fit magazine recently interview Dr. John McDonald to learn more about shin splints (Managing Your Shin Splints). An excerpt of the article is below. Runners (and other athletes participating in sports that involve running) often suffer from pain along the shinbone anywhere between the ankle and knee, a condition commonly known as shin splints. […]
