More women are joining the medical field every day. In fact, more women are now in medical school than men. But equitable gender representation continues to be an uphill battle in orthopedics, which has the lowest percentage of women in …
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Dr. Alex Cruz Explains the Patient’s Role in Spine Surgery
I often tell my patients that their role in spine surgery is just as important as mine. I encourage patients to ask as many questions as possible and do their own research, so …
Top Tips to Avoid Winter Injuries
With the cold winter months upon us, it’s important to remember that this season can bring a host of injuries. During the brutal winter Central Texas experienced last year, we saw an increase in broken bones from slips and falls …
Can We Turn Back the Clock When it Comes to Our Bones and Joints?
Is there such a thing as the Fountain of Youth when it comes to our bones and joints?
We asked board certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Barbara Bergin if it’s possible to slow down the course of time on our bodies. …
Low-Impact Exercise Has High Value
If getting fit is one of your goals this year, there are plenty of activities to choose from to get your heart rate up, burn calories and build muscle and strong bones. One thing to consider when you begin an …
Congratulations 2022 Top Doctors!
Texas Orthopedics is excited to start the New Year off right with announcing that 19 of our physicians were recognized by their peers as Top Doctors in Austin Monthly magazine. Each year, Austin Monthly polls local physicians across multiple specialties …
Dr. McDonald on Real Simple: How to Recover After a Workout
Rest is an often overlooked, but important, component of an exercise routine for athletes and fitness enthusiast alike. In fact, recovery days help to decrease injury rates, improve training results, and improve mental health, according to sports medicine specialist John …
Recognizing Our Texas Orthopedics 2021 Super Doctors
Congratulations are in order for 20 of our incredible physicians at Texas Orthopedics for being recognized by their peers as Super Doctors®!
Each year, Super Doctors asks physicians from across the state to nominate colleagues they know and trust as …
Dr. Smith Explains Frozen Shoulder for The Healthy
Frozen shoulder can be a difficult to live with because it’s a painful condition that can take up to a year to resolve. Board certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Scott Smith recently shared his expertise on frozen shoulder symptoms and treatment …
Your Guide to Managing Rheumatoid Arthritis Flare Ups
Courtesy SpineUniverse
Managing your rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an ongoing balancing act. Even people with well-controlled RA symptoms can be surprised by sudden flare ups.
SpineUniverse editorial board member and board certified physiatrist Dr. Ai Mukai says rheumatoid arthritis flare …
