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Sports-Related Back Injuries
Injuries to the spine are common while participating in various sports. These injuries can occur in any part of the spine, and are the major cause of sports-related back injuries. Other causes of these injuries include trauma to the soft tissue and fascia which are an essential component of the back structure. Injuries to the lower back or neck comprise up to 20% of all sports injuries. The various types of sports-related back injuries include: Upper back injury: These injuries are usually caused by a rib fracture or intercostal muscle strains, in sports like swimming, golf,...
Orthopedic Treatment For Lisfranc (Midfoot) Injury
Lisfranc injuries refer to injuries affecting the midfoot bones or ligaments. These injuries are often mistaken for sprains, but are actually a lot more severe, and might take months to heal. In some cases, surgery might be required for the treatment of a Lisfranc injury. The common symptoms of such an injury are swelling on top of the foot, severe foot and ankle pain, and bruising on or below the foot. Bruising below the foot is usually a sure-shot sign of a Lisfranc injury. If you experience any of the above symptoms, you should immediately visit an orthopedic doctor, to get...
Torn ACL: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment
The ACL, short for Anterior Cruciate Ligament, is a small structure located close to the middle of the knee, which plays a key role in preventing the thighbone from sliding backward on the tibia. It is also responsible for stabilizing the knee during rotation. Overstretching of this ligament can lead to it getting torn, which is usually accompanied by severe pain and loss of movement in the knee. OrthoTexas provides state-of-the-art treatment for a torn ACL. Our team of world-class orthopedic physicians, surgeons, and physical therapists follow a patients-first philosophy,...
Rotator Cuff Syndrome: Causes, Diagnosis And Treatment
The rotator cuff refers to a group of tendons responsible for stabilizing the shoulder joint by connecting to the four muscles that move this joint in all directions. Rotator cuff syndrome occurs when this group of tendons is damaged in any way, affecting the mobility of the shoulder joint. This is one of the most common causes of shoulder pain, and can be caused by repetitive strain or acute injury. OrthoTexas is a group of orthopedic experts in North Texas, providing treatment for various disorders including rotator cuff syndrome. Causes: Trauma: A fall on the shoulder,...
OrthoTexas Doctor Named Texas Legends Team Physician For Fourth Season In A Row
OrthoTexas continues investment in the Frisco community as it enters its fourth year as a Texas Legends partner (Dallas) November 13, 2013 – OrthoTexas, an orthopedic practice that comprises 28 world-class orthopedic physicians and surgeons with a “patient first” approach to care, today announces it will continue its sponsorship of the Texas Legends, a professional basketball team based in Frisco, for the fourth consecutive year. OrthoTexas’ Dr. Alex Glogau, will also continue as the team physician. In this role, Dr. Glogau will make the medical decisions involving the 11...