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Is thumb arthritis possible?

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...

Tennis Shoulder Injuries and How to Prevent Them

Posted in DOC Updates, Shoulder.

Tennis Shoulder Injuries and How to Prevent Them Playing tennis is a great way to stay fit and active at almost any age. It uses every part of your body, and it’s definitely more socially engaging than a HIIT video at home or a workout at the gym, especially if you enjoy a little healthy competition with your exercise. As with any physical...

What is cross training and how to use it to maximize strength (and minimize injuries)

Posted in DOC Updates, Sports Medicine.

What is cross training and how to use it to maximize strength (and minimize injuries) Whether you’re a runner or a tennis player, a weekend warrior or a competitive athlete, the risk of injury is always there. While you can never eliminate the risk entirely, there are some things you can do to minimize the impact of injuries or help avoid...

Playing Baseball: Overuse Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Posted in DOC Updates, Our Services, Sports Medicine.

Playing Baseball: Overuse Injuries and How to Avoid Them With the days getting a little longer and temperatures a little warmer, can baseball season be far behind? One of the best things about baseball is that the season is long and the games are plentiful. But for players, all that play time can mean the possibility of overuse or cumulative...

Lapiplasty Versus Osteotomy: Which is right for you?

Posted in DOC Updates, Foot & Ankle.

Lapiplasty Versus Osteotomy: Which is right for you? According to the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society (AOFAS), as many as 55% of older women have bunions, but bunions can affect anyone at any age. Bunions are bony protrusions, or bumps, that appear on the outside of the big toe. These protrusions have been commonly considered an...

Our Doctors Are Part of the Community – Dr. Justin Daigre

Posted in DOC Updates, Foot & Ankle.

Our Doctors Are Part of the Community – Dr. Justin Daigre The team of specialists at DOC Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine is committed to providing advanced, patient-centered care right here in North Alabama. Many of our board-certified physicians are Morgan County natives who have made a special point of building their homes and careers right...

What is Lapiplasty and is it right for you?

Posted in DOC Updates, Foot & Ankle.

What is Lapiplasty and is it right for you? In the past, bunion surgery was known for its long recovery time along with the very real possibility that the procedure would not completely correct the bunion. Today, more modern surgical procedures provide a faster recovery, as well as superior outcomes. The most well-known of these techniques is...

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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.

Tennis Shoulder Injuries and How to Prevent Them

What is cross training and how to use it to maximize strength (and minimize injuries)

Playing Baseball: Overuse Injuries and How to Avoid Them

Lapiplasty Versus Osteotomy: Which is right for you?

Our Doctors Are Part of the Community – Dr. Justin Daigre

What is Lapiplasty and is it right for you?

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