On Thursday, November 28 all OrthoVirginia and Ortho On Call locations are closed in observance of the holiday. On Friday, November 29 OrthoVirginia offices are closed and some Ortho On Call offices are open 9 a.m.-3 p.m. for walk-in urgent orthopedic care.

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Tendon Transfers for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears

Tendon transfers are a newer treatment for irreparable rotator cuff tears. They’re a less-common treatment, but are becoming a useful… Read More

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Hip Impingement and Labral Tears: What Patients Need to Know

When we see patients in clinic, we figure out where their pain is coming from. One cause of hip pain… Read More

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Muscle Strains: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

Welcome back to my blog! I’m Larry Benson, MD, CAQSM, from Ortho On Call and OrthoVirginia. Let’s keep discussing common… Read More

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ACL Injuries in Women Soccer Players

The anterior cruciate ligament, or ACL, is a ligament inside of the knee that provides stability particularly when in keeping… Read More

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What are Physical, Occupational and Hand Therapy?

When you’re referred to therapy at OrthoVirginia, you may be working with a physical therapist, an occupational therapist, or hand… Read More

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3 Reasons a Musculoskeletal Ultrasound May Be Right for You

Ultrasound is a low-cost, non-invasive way of giving a diagnosis or more information. It can also be used to help… Read More

Jamie Grossman, MD, and Kwadwo Owusu-Akyaw, MD

Physicians focusing on hip arthroscopy provide more options for patients

Jamie M. Grossman, M.D., and Kwadwo Owusu-Akyaw, M.D., are co-chairs of the Hip Arthroscopy and Preservation section among sports medicine… Read More

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Advancements in Arthroscopic Hip Surgery

Arthroscopy (also known as a scope) is using a small camera to look inside of a joint and to do… Read More

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The Role of the Sports Medicine Physician in Your Athlete’s Care

Sports Medicine Physicians Are Experts Sports medicine experts aren’t experts in every condition, but they’re acquainted with a wide range… Read More

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Stay Healthy While Gardening

Each year as the temperatures begin to warm and the days get longer, and we reach for umbrellas and rain… Read More