On Friday, July 3, most OrthoVirginia offices and all Ortho On Call Orthopedic Urgent Care centers are open. The Farmville office will be closed. On Saturday, July 4, our offices will be closed, but our Orthopedic Urgent Care centers will be open for walk-in care 9 a.m.-3 p.m. with no appointment needed. View Ortho On Call locations

What to Do When You Have Been Offered Elective Surgery

While I’m a spine surgeon, the ideas I talk about in this blog post work for all kinds of surgery,… Read More

What to Know About Rotator Cuff Injury and Repair

A rotator cuff is a group of muscles and tendons that hold the shoulder joint in place. These muscles are… Read More

The Patient’s Guide to Shoulder Replacement

Many people experience shoulder pain in their lifetime. People can strain their shoulder, or their rotator cuff can become inflamed,… Read More

Preventing and Treating Rotator Cuff Injuries

The rotator cuff is a group of four muscles around the shoulder that converge to form a single tendon to… Read More

Dos and Don’ts: Knee Braces, Slings, and Boots

Kris Paley, durable medical equipment equipment services manager, explains how to use knee braces, slings and boots properly and gives tips for first-time users.

by Kris Paley

Understanding Shoulder Rotator Cuff Injuries and Treatment

Dr. Matthew Walker discusses rotator cuff injuries, their treatment options, and answers frequently asked questions.

Signs, Symptoms, and Treatment of Frozen Shoulder

Information from Dr. Johnathan Bernard on the signs, symptoms, and treatment options of frozen shoulder.

Common Shoulder Injuries and Their Treatment

Dr. Brick Campbell shares the symptoms and treatment of common shoulder injuries.

Total Joint Replacement Without a Hospital

Outpatient joint replacement surgery may be an option for patients who will be getting knee, hip or shoulder replacements.

What to Expect Following a Rotator Cuff Repair

General guidelines for patients on the type of physical therapy they can expect after a rotator cuff repair.