Tendinopathy and Other Tendon Overuse Injuries
Tendons attach muscles to bones. The most common form of tendon injury is tendonitis, which is acute inflammation of the… Read More about Tendinopathy and Other Tendon Overuse Injuries
Sports Medicine Posts
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 about Tendon Transfers for Irreparable Rotator Cuff Tears
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 about Hip Impingement and Labral Tears: What Patients Need to Know
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 about Muscle Strains: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
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 about ACL Injuries in Women Soccer Players
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 about What are Physical, Occupational and Hand Therapy?
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 about 3 Reasons a Musculoskeletal Ultrasound May Be Right for You
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 about Physicians focusing on hip arthroscopy provide more options for patients
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 about Advancements in Arthroscopic Hip Surgery
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 about The Role of the Sports Medicine Physician in Your Athlete’s Care