Whether you’re a long-time runner or just starting out, having sore muscles after a run is normal. But if you are experiencing knee pain after running, something more serious could be wrong. Board certified orthopedic surgeon Dr. Zach Logan explains …
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What Causes Shoulder Pain at Night?
Shoulder pain that develops at night while you’re sleeping can be a frustrating and sleep-depriving problem. Orthopedic surgeon and shoulder specialist, Dr. Ryan Tibbetts, says shoulder pain at night is more common than you might think. “One of the …
Are Steroid Shots Safe?
If you are living with debilitating joint pain that keeps you from performing normal daily tasks or even enjoying hobbies and activities you used to love, corticosteroid injections may be recommended as a non-surgical treatment option to help reduce pain …
Texas Ortho on KXAN-TV: Are Girls Who Play One Sport More Likely to Get Overuse Injury?
There has been some not-so-great news circulating lately about girls who focus on just one sport. The news piece suggests that they are 30% more likely to suffer an overuse injury than boys who play the same sport.
Stick with …
What are the most common women’s soccer injuries?
More than 50 teams started out, but just a few remain…FIFA Women’s World Cup Soccer heats up this week as the finals approach—go Team USA!
We’re sure to see some amazing shots from these talented ladies – passes through …
Is there a link between diet and stress fractures in running?
We see a fair amount of running injuries here at Texas Orthopedics including shin splints, ankle sprains, tendonitis, plantar fasciitis, and stress fractures.
Stress fractures are one of the most common issues we treat in runners. …
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 …
Selfie and Texting Injuries On the Rise
Serious selfie injury? That might sound far-fetched, but today…it’s really not.
Social media use has skyrocketed in the past several years, and so have injuries related to constant smartphone and tablet use, according to orthopedic specialists.
Some people refer to …
Five Tips for Preventing Pitcher’s Elbow
With baseball season upon us, now is a good time for reminders on how to keep your slugger safe and free from injury.
Overuse injuries are responsible for nearly half of all sports injuries suffered by middle and high school …
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 …
