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Which came first, the back (spine) pain or the hip pain? Patients, and orthopedists alike, often grapple with that question when assessing pain associated with the lower back, buttocks, groin, thighs, and sometimes knees.
The spine
Q& A: Adult Repetitive Strain Disorder
If you’re over a certain age, there’s a good chance you’ve suffered from adult repetitive strain disorder. If you haven’t heard of it yet, it’s very common, and you’re likely to find out
…Time to Taper
There are runners zipping all over town this week who have come from near and far to participate in the NXP Austin Marathon, Sunday, February 19. These folks have already completed the bulk of their training by pounding the
…Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: 101
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) affects thousands of Americans. If you spend hours a day tapping away at a keyboard, you could be one of them…
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a disease of the hand
…Which is Best? X-ray, MRI, or CT Scan
Exercise and Heart Health
February is a time when we think about our hearts – and not just because of Valentine’s Day. It’s also American Heart Month organized by the American Heart Association (AHA).
The AHA estimates that more than 85 million people in
…How to Not Get Hurt at the Gym
Running for Your Knees
Dr. Logan on Arthritis
Texas Orthopedics’ Dr. Zach Logan recently wrote a great blog on arthritis for the Senior Circle Newsletter at CPRMC (Cedar Park Regional Medical Center). Dr. Logan is fellowship-trained in adult hip and knee reconstruction.
Here’s what he had
…Update on Achilles Tear Repair
To wear a boot or not? That’s a question people must ponder after suffering an Achilles tendon tear.
The Achilles tendon connects the calf muscle and heel bone and can be easily torn/ruptured via a quick, twisting movement, or
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