Arm Health and Injury Prevention in Youth Baseball
Dr. Alexander Croog explains how parents can best help their children avoid injuries when playing baseball.
OrthoVirginia Welcomes New Rheumatologist in Northern Virginia
OrthoVirginia welcomes Dr. Nita Sumida, a rheumatologist, to our McLean-Tysons office in Northern Virginia.
A Patient’s Guide to Outpatient Total Joint Replacement
George Aguiar, M.D., and Vignesh Alamanda, M.D. share the advantages of outpatient hip and knee replacement, plus a Q&A from a patient who had the procedure.
Osteoporosis and Spinal Compression Fractures
Dr. Justin Dumont discusses osteoporosis and spinal compression fractures and answers frequently asked questions.
Running in the Heat
Tips on how to avoid heat-related illnesses when running on hot days.
Ice vs. Heat: When Do You Use Which?
In general, ice packs are used for acute injuries and pain that involves inflammation or swelling. Heating pads are for muscle and joint pain or stiffness.
Chronic Low Back Pain Care and Prevention
Dr. Reza Salajegheh discusses the care and prevention of chronic low back pain and answers frequently asked questions.
Behind the Scenes: How Can Parents Best Help Student-Athletes?
Sports medicine physician Dr. Steve Reece gives tips on ways parents can support their student-athlete children.
Assessing Injuries in Youth Sports
Dr. Christopher Annunziata discusses four common categories of injuries in youth sports and answers frequently asked questions.
Introducing the Cori Surgical System for Knee Replacements
Dr. Bart Eastwood describes the new Cori Surigcal System for knee replacements, now available to be used by OrthoVirginia physicians.