More than 50 teams started out, but just a few remain…FIFA Women’s World Cup Soccer heats up this week as the finals approach—go Team USA! We’re sure to see some amazing shots from these talented ladies – passes through opponents that ‘thread the needle’ and game-winning goals – but what we don’t want to see […]
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Is there a link between diet and stress fractures in running?
We see a fair amount of running injuries here at Texas Orthopedics including shin splints, ankle sprains, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and stress fractures. Stress fractures are one of the most common issues we treat in runners. They occur most frequently in the legs, feet, and hip bones. What is a stress fracture? A stress fracture […]
Self Care for Mom & Common Female Orthopedic Injuries
This coming weekend marks Mother’s Day when we celebrate all the special women in our lives who nurture and care for us. If you haven’t gotten your mother something special yet (a trip to the spa, beautiful flowers, or delicious chocolates)—and even if you have—here is some important information you may want to share with […]
Is pickleball the new tennis?
Pickleball is gaining popularity on the courts these days over tennis. It has a reported 2.8 million registered players across the United States, commonly known as “picklers.” It’s a modern hybrid between tennis, ping pong, and badminton. The greatest group of followers of it are currently seniors, aged 65 years and over. Besides the appeal […]
Dr. Stockton Gets Patients Back on Their Feet with Innovative Ankle Surgery
Dr. Kris Stockton knows a thing or two about ankles and feet. Some of you may remember him kicking that winning field goal for the big UT/A & M game back in 1995. Now he’s using his talents and gifts as a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with Texas Orthopedics specializing in the foot and ankle, […]
