Dak Prescott to have Season Ending Hamstring Surgery

Dak Prescott suffered a partial proximal hamstring tendon avulsion in the final minutes of the 3rd quarter loss to the Atlanta Falcons in the week 9 game.  He is planning to undergo season ending surgery to repair the injury.   A proximal hamstring tendon avulsion is a type of...

Stiffness After Rotator Cuff Repair

Post-operative stiffness is a relatively common complication following rotator cuff repair. Studies suggest that approximately 4-30% of patients may experience varying degrees of stiffness after the procedure. This condition, often referred to as “frozen shoulder” or adhesive...

How Does Your Surgeon Position You During Your Shoulder Arthroscopy and Does It Matter?

Lateral and beach chair positions are both used for shoulder arthroscopy, each with its own advantages and considerations. Each surgeon has their preference mainly by where they were trained and what they are comfortable with for surgery.  Here’s a...

Radiofrequency Ablation

Radiofrequency Ablation Radiofrequency ablation (RFA) is a procedure used to reduce pain by using radiofrequency heat to target specific nerves or tissues. Here are some common reasons why RFA might be recommended: Chronic Pain Management: RFA is...

Common Ski Injuries to the Knee

Common Ski Injuries to the Knee Skiing, like any sport, carries the risk of injury, with knee injuries being among the most common due to the high demands placed on the knees during skiing. Some of the most common knee injuries in skiing include:...

Is My Pain Coming From My Shoulder Or From My Neck?

Determining whether the pain in your shoulder is originating from your shoulder itself or your neck can be challenging because the two areas are closely connected and share nerve pathways. However, there are some signs and methods you can use to help differentiate between shoulder pain and neck...

Recurrent Rotator Cuff Tear Treatment Options

Recurrent rotator cuff tears can be challenging to manage, and treatment options may vary depending on the specific case and the patient’s overall health. Revision surgery for recurrent rotator cuff tears can have a failure rate as high as 75%.  Here are some of the treatment options that...

Cervical Stenosis

Cervical Stenosis Cervical stenosis is a medical condition that refers to the narrowing of the spinal canal in the neck (cervical spine). This narrowing can put pressure on the spinal cord and nerve roots, potentially causing various symptoms and complications. Cervical stenosis can be...

Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tears

Posterior Cruciate Ligament Tears A posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) tear is a knee injury that occurs when the PCL, one of the major ligaments in the knee, is stretched or torn. The PCL is a strong band of tissue that connects the femur (thighbone) to the tibia (shinbone) within the knee...

Long Head Biceps Tendon Tear

Long Head Biceps Tendon Tear A long head biceps tendon tear, also known as a biceps tendon tear or a proximal biceps tendon tear, occurs when the long head of the biceps tendon, which attaches to the shoulder joint, becomes partially or completely torn. The long head of the biceps tendon is...