If you’ve broken an arm or leg, you’ll have to learn to navigate life with a cast for several weeks. One common question our orthopedic surgeons get from our patients while wearing a cast is how to sleep with it. The added bulk and weight of it can make it challenging to get comfortable at […]
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How to Know if Your Child Has Broken a Bone
Texas Orthopedics’ Dr. J.P. Rodriguez was recently featured in an article for Austin 360 (Austin American Statesman) on why kids may suffer more broken bones (or fractures) during the summertime. It’s pretty simple he says. They’re running, jumping, playing, and just plain having fun. Summer affords kids more time outdoors than during the school year, […]
When should I see the doctor? By Dr. Scott Smith
As an orthopedic surgeon, I get asked all the time, “When is it time to see the doctor?” For circumstances that appear to be life-threatening, don’t hesitate – call 9-1-1. This includes: loss of consciousness shortness of breath chest pain significant abdominal pain a head, neck or spine injury heavy loss of blood For a […]
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, […]
Texas Orthopedics Celebrates National Athletic Training Month
Our physicians are honored to treat patients every day in all of our clinics. But what we really love is getting out into the Austin community and being a part of the action with our local sports and the arts. Texas Orthopedics serves as the official game/performance-side orthopedics physician for several groups around town, attending […]
Tips to Avoid Gaming Injuries
“Gaming injuries” are a real thing these days due to the repetition of using the same finger, wrist, arm and shoulder muscles over and over at a console or with a joystick. Just like any other competitive sport, overuse injuries can easily occur. And video games aren’t just for kids anymore. Adults alike are smitten […]
