Phoenix Magazine Lists 12 OrthoArizona Physicians as 2022 ‘Top Doctors’ in the Valley
Every year, Phoenix Magazine comes out with their ‘Top Doctors’ issue naming the top doctors in the Phoenix Valley, as decided by a peer vote. What this means is other medical doctors all over the Valley vote on these doctors, showing respect and admiration. We’re proud to announce that this year, 12 OrthoArizona physicians are included in the list! In addition to being voted a Top Doc some of our doctors were chosen by the editors to be covered in articles that go into more detail. Our OrthArizona physicians Dr. Todd B. Haddon, Dr. Mark J. Leber, and Dr. Nina Lara …
Is Sports Medicine Only For Athletes?
If you are not an athlete and hear the term “sports medicine,” you may dismiss thinking it’s not for you. However, you do not have to be one to reap its benefits. Sports medicine aims to enable people with a physically active lifestyle to recover from injuries faster and return to their activity safely and in peak physical condition. Today, Sports medicine doctors provide specialized care to non-athletes like weekend warriors and those who are just starting to become physically active. Sports Medicine for Non-Athletes Sports medicine services include injury prevention and treatment. You don’t have to be an athlete …
Maxwell Thomas, MD | Dignity Health’s Guardian Angel 2021
Dr. Maxwell Thomas is a boardcertified orthopedic surgeon specializing in shoulder replacement surgery, minimally invasive hip and knee replacement, anterior hip replacement surgery, unicompartmental knee replacement, arthroscopic treatment of shoulder and knee ailments, and fracture care. He derives tremendous satisfaction from “fixing” patients and making a lasting impact on their lives. Dr. Thomas’ surgical expertise is complimented by his personable style and dedication to delivering high quality patient outcomes. To learn more about Dr. Thomas or to schedule an appointment, click this link to visit his physician profile page. Dignity Health’s Guardian Angel program provides a unique way for patients or family …
Defining the Learning Curve of Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty After Fellowship-specific Training
OrthoArizona’s Matthew Russo, MD co-authored a research article for the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Defining the Learning Curve of Anterior Total Hip Arthroplasty After Fellowship-specific Training. The purpose of this research was to investigate the learning curve associated with performing direct anterior total hip arthroplasty (THA) immediately after fellowship training in this approach. Click the following link to see what methods were used to conduct the research, their results, and the conclusion based on these results! Click here to view PDF No related posts. …
Sleeping Positions for Back Pain Relief
If you are suffering from back pain and you perform a strenuous job 8 hours a day, the duties from your job may be causing your pain. Doing anything 8 hours straight can impact your body, even sleep. Your sleeping position has a significant impact on your well-being which many people overlook. A good sleeping position can bring you much-needed back pain relief quickly. Here are some sleeping position tips for back pain relief! Using a Pillow while Sleeping on Your Back Adjustable beds can be expensive. If you want to sleep on your back, utilize a comfortable pillow! Position …
Surgery for Arthritis
Arthritis is a very common condition that causes pain, stiffness, swelling, and even disability. Surgery may be an option for patients with advanced-stage arthritis who cannot complete the smallest of tasks without experiencing a worsening of symptoms. Conservative treatment will be your first option before your orthopedic doctor recommends surgery. What Causes Arthritis? Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, affecting some 21 million Americans alone. It causes the cartilage covering the end of the bones to gradually wear away, resulting in painful bone on bone rubbing. Abnormal bone growths, called spurs or osteophytes can grow in the joint. The …
The Most Commonly Fractured Bones
Although every bone in your body has the potential to break, there are some that are much more susceptible than others. Here are some commonly fractured bones, their symptoms, and what to do if you think you have fractured a bone. Wrist Wrist Fractures most often result from a fall on an outstretched hand. As we fall, it is our natural instinct to stretch out our arms in an attempt to cushion our bodies. However, by doing so, we cause our wrist to receive two forceful impacts. The wrist contacts the ground first, followed by a second impact of the full …
Staying Strong and Healthy During Winter Sports
Arizona can be a great state to enjoy winter sports. Fun can be found close to home with excellent winter sports opportunities in Flagstaff and NE Arizona. The world class winter sports resorts of Colorado and Utah are often just a car trip or short plane ride away. With the chance for skiing and snowboarding fun comes the risk of injury. Winter sports injuries often occur to the knee, shin bone or tibia, and the foot. Common winter sports injuries include knee meniscus cartilage and ligament tears, fractures of the tibia, and particularly in snowboarders fractures of the foot. Improve …
How Long Do Hip Replacements Last?
A hip replacement (or hip arthroplasty) is a surgery that increases your mobility after suffering from an injured hip joint or degenerative hip. The surgery can also help decrease the pain you may feel in your hip. In some cases, you may need a second hip replacement surgery later in life (after your first surgery). The second surgery can help maintain the quality of life and mobility that your first hip surgery afforded to you. Why Hip Replacement Surgery? Arthritis (or Osteoarthritis) is the most frequent reason for hip replacement surgery. It causes bone-on-bone scraping of the hip joint which …