Orthopedic Injuries
Common Hip Injuries in Sports
The hip joint is a remarkable and intricate structure that plays a pivotal role in our body’s mobility and stability. The junction of the thigh bone (femur) and the pelvis, the hip joint enables a wide range of movements, from walking and running to sitting and bending. However, like any complex joint, the hip is…
Read MorePreparing for a Return to Play
Returning to Play After a sports injury, it’s common for people – particularly young athletes – to want to return to play as fast as they can. But it’s important to make sure that the body has a chance to rest and fully recover after an injury, particularly a torn ACL, a break or severe…
Read MoreJammed vs. Broken Finger: How Can I Tell?
A jammed finger is an incredibly common injury, especially if you play sports. While jammed fingers may be common, they can also be extremely painful and may require medical attention. Below, you can learn how to tell if you have a jammed finger or if the injury might be more severe. X-rays are essential in…
Read MorePediatric Sports Injuries: A Guide to Care
In 2020, 54% of children aged 6-17 participated in sports activities. With such high participation rates, perhaps it’s no surprise that each year over 3.5 million children under the age of 14 receive medical treatment for athletic injuries. Pediatric sports medicine addresses the unique medical and developmental issues that need to be considered when children…
Read MoreCommon Shoulder Injuries in Sports
Shoulder injuries are common in many sports. Many athletes are at a high risk of injuries affecting the shoulder’s joint muscles, cartilage, tendons, and ligaments. These injuries cause great shoulder pain and other symptoms, which make it hard to work out and compete. If you are experiencing shoulder pain, you must visit a physician since…
Read MoreSports Medicine FAQs
Learn More About Common Orthopedic Injuries and Treatments When your knee hurts, you’ve twisted your ankle, or you’re experiencing unexplained soreness, should you rest or seek care from a general practitioner or a medical specialist, or simply rest the affected area? The specialists at Alexander Orthopaedics can help you determine the care you need to…
Read MoreQuality Orthopedic Care in Palm Harbor
Whether it’s your hips, knees, elbows, or wrists, joint problems make it hard to live your day-to-day life. Activities that were fun and easy are suddenly a challenge, and you start to second guess whether you can engage in activities you once took for granted. Whatever problem you’re experiencing, the experts at Alexander Orthopaedic Associates…
Read MoreWhen and Why Should You See an Orthopedic Doctor?
For most people, an orthopedic doctor conjures a picture of medical scalpels and surgery. But if you suffer from chronic pain in your joints or muscles, an orthopedist holds the key to your healing. An orthopedic is very critical to our health and wellness. One in every two adults end up needing their services at…
Read MoreEasy Way to Treat Dupuytren’s Contracture With Xiaflex
Our hands help us solve everyday problems and live a comfortable life. But sometimes conditions like Dupuytren’s contracture can prevent us from doing simple tasks like buttoning our pants or doing the dishes. Luckily, it’s easy to diagnose and treat, with the help of a simple Xiaflex injection. What is Dupuytren’s Contracture? Dupuytren’s contracture is…
Read More5 Common Knee Injuries
Your knees do a lot of moving and have a lot of moving parts. So when injuries happen, they can lead to pain, weakness in the joint and limited activity. In fact, knee pain is the second most common cause of chronic pain among American adults, and a third of all Americans have reported having…
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