Texas Orthopedics
Scoliosis, an abnormal curvature of the spine, affects about 6 million people in the US. It usually strikes in childhood and adolescence with the average age of diagnosis being about 10 to 15 years old. And most of the time, …
All eyes were on the US last week as they stunned many by beating Ghana in their opening World Cup game with a 2-1 victory. But joy was overshadowed by serious injuries to two of the star players, Jozy Altidore …
The percentrage of patients with high-deductible health insurance plans is growing, according to DailyFinance.com. As a result, patients are becoming more price conscious about their health care choices.
Motley Fool writer and DailyFinance.com contributor, Beth Orenstein, consulted several physicians on …
Last week, KVUE-TV interviewed Texas Orthopedics’ surgeon, Dr. Peter Garcia and his patient Chase Hawk, a BMX athlete about to compete at XGames Austin.
Chase spoke about his recent and most devastating injury suffered two years ago- a broken fibula …
The football season hasn’t even started and it looks like the Dallas Cowboys have already experienced a setback.
ESPN reported last week that the Cowboys’ middle linebacker, Sean Lee, has a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and slight tear of …
The American Society of Hand Therapists (ASHT) recognizes June 2-June 8 as National Hand Therapy Week. Hand Therapy Week raises awareness about the hand therapy specialty, demonstrating the advantages of prevention and treatment procedures for patients who have been affected …
You can spot a trampoline on nearly every block in Central Texas. For parents, it’s a way for their kids to have fun, exercise (and get tired!) in their own backyard. For kids, well, who doesn’t love jumping like a …
On this Memorial Day, we pay tribute to the men and women – fathers and mothers, sons and daughters, sisters and brothers, friends and family – who gave their life for serving our country. We also pay deep gratitude to …
Weight shouldn’t only be thought of as a cosmetic issue – there are huge health ramifications.
When people are carrying additional weight, it can contribute to osteoarthritis, also known as degenerative joint disease. Your joints are the points in …
1. Shoulder Strengthening Exercises for the Rotator Cuff
A rotator cuff injury is common for people playing tennis and baseball. The forces generated through overhand motions, like pitches and serves, cause the rotator cuff to act like brakes. Unfortunately, the …
