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Minimally Invasive Os Trigonum Excision

What is posterior impingement? Posterior ankle impingement syndrome causes pain in the back of ankle. It typically occurs in a… Read More

by Paul J. Switaj, MD

Minimally Invasive Achilles Repair

Dr. Paul Switaj explains how to do a minimally invasive surgery to fix a ruptured Achilles tendon.

by Paul J. Switaj, MD

RunStrong: The Single Leg Romanian Deadlift

I often say that if I could pick only one exercise to give to a runner, I would pick the… Read More

by Anthony Phillips, DPT, CSCS

The ACL Epidemic: What is the cause, and what do we do about it?

It is fair to say that ACL injuries have reached epidemic numbers, with an estimated 350,000 ACL reconstructions performed in… Read More

by Anthony Phillips, DPT, CSCS

Arthritis of the Big Toe (Hallux Rigidus): What Are My Treatment Options?

Dr. Paul Switaj explains what hallux rigidus, or arthritis of the big toe, is and how to treat it.

by Paul J. Switaj, MD

Cortisone Shots

For a variety of orthopedic problems, patients frequently can benefit from “cortisone” shots, but every day I hear lots of… Read More

by Daniel E. Thompson, MD

Kneecap Dislocations

The kneecap or patella is kind of a ‘floating’ bone at the front of our knees. It’s an important structure… Read More

by David D. Nedeff, MD

Evaluation and Treatment of Shoulder Dislocations

Shoulder dislocations are common among the young, active, athletic population. A shoulder dislocation is defined when the humerus, or upper… Read More

by Marion M. Herring, MD

The Hip Labrum: What Is It? What Happens When It Tears? How Are Tears Treated?

OrthoVirginia physician Dr. William Mook gives details about the hip labrum and injuries to it.

by William R. Mook, MD

Management of Concussions and Post-Concussive Syndrome

Dr. Omar Elkhamra gives details of managing concussions and post-concussive syndrome.

by Omar Elkhamra, MD