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What every parent should know about concussions and traumatic brain injury

Posted in DOC Updates, Our Services, Sports Medicine.

For every child who enters a field of play, there is a parent in the stands worried about possible injuries. No matter the sport, no matter the child’s age, a parent’s thoughts turn to all the possible ways their child could be hurt from falls, contact with other players or equipment, or just the nature of the game. Concussions and other...

Will lifting weights make me bulky?

Posted in DOC Updates, Sports Medicine.

If you exercise regularly – to manage your weight, maintain mobility, or just to clear your head – but you’re not including weight training as part of your routine, you may be missing out. When you combine weight training with regular cardio and flexibility workouts such as running or walking and yoga, you add the unique physical and...

The [physical] pains of being a mom

Posted in DOC Updates.

The [physical] pains of being a mom Nearly every mom with a small child has a Mary Poppins-style bag containing everything her child might need or want: a baggie of cheese crackers, sunscreen, extra socks, and a bunch of band-aids. All that plus diapers, wipes, and a change of clothes can make for a very heavy bag. Combine the heavy bag and a...

Autumn Injuries to Watch Out For

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Autumn Injuries to Watch Out For Don’t Fall for These Common Autumn Around-the-House Mishaps As the heat of summer finally starts to release its grip on the South, it becomes possible to imagine tackling neglected chores, picking up a DIY project, or even stepping outside to start some autumn yard work. And while it feels great to cross things...

How your BMI could impact your hips and your hip surgery

Posted in DOC Updates, Joint Replacement.

How your BMI could impact your hips and your hip surgery The joints in your legs carry your body weight in everything you do, from standing to walking or running. In fact, your knees and hips actually bear the equivalent of seven times your total weight, which puts enormous pressure on those joints. And every pound you add to your weight adds...

Not your father’s hip surgery: The latest information

Posted in DOC Updates, Joint Replacement.

Not your father’s hip surgery: The latest information The first successful FDA-approved total hip replacement surgery took place in 1969. Nearly 65 years later, a lot has changed. In the 1960s, hip replacement surgery took as long as five to six hours and required a three-week hospital stay for recovery. Thanks to the evolution of hip implants...

Is thumb arthritis possible?

Posted in DOC Updates, Hand.

Is thumb arthritis possible? Most of us don’t consider how much we rely on our hands to accomplish daily tasks, particularly our thumbs. From turning a key to writing a note, stirring coffee, or opening a door, our thumbs are a fundamental part of what makes us human. When thumb pain begins, it can be potentially debilitating. Whether you’re...

Is Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery for you?

Posted in DOC Updates, Joint Replacement, Our Services.

Is Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery for you? Robotic assisted surgery may sound like something out of a science fiction story, but the fact is, this innovative technology is being used in North Alabama right now. Dr. Scott Sharp at DOC Orthopaedics uses this revolutionary tool to provide the best intervention possible. He uses a remote...

Bone in knee highlighted while gripped in pain

Top Reasons It May Be Time for Knee Replacement Surgery

Posted in DOC Updates, Joint Replacement.

Top Reasons It May Be Time for Knee Replacement Surgery For many patients, surgery is considered a last resort in managing several medical conditions. But joint surgery – particularly total knee replacement surgery – may produce better results by considering it sooner rather than later. Younger patients recover more quickly, and more advanced...

Swimmer’s Shoulder: What it is and how to avoid it.

Posted in DOC Updates, Our Services.

Swimmer’s Shoulder: What it is and how to avoid it. The heat of summer can make it difficult to get motivated for cardio workouts like running or even walking. Swimming can be a great substitute and provides a full body workout. But if the pool is your gym, you’ll want to be sure your shoulders are ready for the workout. Pain or injury from...

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What every parent should know about concussions and traumatic brain injury

Will lifting weights make me bulky?

The [physical] pains of being a mom

Autumn Injuries to Watch Out For

How your BMI could impact your hips and your hip surgery

Not your father’s hip surgery: The latest information

Is thumb arthritis possible?

Is Robotic Assisted Knee Replacement Surgery for you?

Top Reasons It May Be Time for Knee Replacement Surgery

Swimmer’s Shoulder: What it is and how to avoid it.

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