Is cracking your knuckles bad for you? You may have been told as a kid cracking your knuckles is bad for you. But the truth is, it’s harmless, and won’t cause arthritis or make your knuckles bigger. Orthopedic hand surgeon Dr. Jason Somogyi explains to Insider that your knuckles are two bones connected together by […]
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What is Dupuytren’s Contracture?
Legendary quarterback and NFL Hall-of-Famer John Elway recently revealed that he is suffering from a hand condition known as Dupuytren’s Contracture. Our expert team of hand and wrist surgeons at Texas Orthopedics is experienced at diagnosing and treating this condition. Where he once had hands of steel—strong and steady that could thread a needle with […]
Texas Orthopedics Opens Permanent Lakeway Location
Texas Orthopedics is thrilled to announce the completion of our new, permanent office location in Lakeway. The office is located in the Lakeway Medical Plaza at 101 Medical Parkway, Ste. 120, Lakeway, TX. Lakeway is one of the fastest growing areas in Central Texas, attracting young families and seniors alike who enjoy boating, great tennis […]
Why are there more broken bones in summertime?
Heat stroke and sunburn are obvious consequences of too much time spent out in the summer heat, but broken bones too? Who knew? We see an uptick in broken bones (fractures) during the summertime at Texas Orthopedics—especially in kids. Fellowship-trained orthopedic hand specialist Dr. Jason Somogyi says that “with school out, kids are outside a […]
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Pregnancy: Why Do Some Women Get It?
Pregnancy puts a fair amount of pressure on a woman’s body (okay—a lot of pressure!). The back, hips, and feet are all stressed supporting the extra weight of a growing baby, but did you know that hands can suffer during pregnancy too? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (or CTS), a condition where the median nerve running from […]
Hand, Wrist and Shoulder Specialist: Meet Dr. Jason Somogyi
Have you heard of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? It’s a painful, tightening or numbness of the hand limiting functionality. Dr. Jason Somogyi is one of Texas Orthopedics’ fellowship-trained hand and wrist doctors who can help treat and/or correct this condition. One of his specialties is minimally-invasive endoscopic Carpal Tunnel surgery that offers quicker recovery times and […]
Dr. Somogyi Lends a Hand
Dr. Jason Somogyi knows a thing or two about hands. He’s one of Texas Orthopedics’ fellowship-trained hand and wrist specialists, and he’s also eager to lend a hand whenever he can to those in need. In the past four years, Dr. Somogyi has participated in three mission trips spanning the globe and providing his specialized […]
