OrthoGeorgia Blog
May 16, 2022 | VideosSports Medicine
OrthoGeorgia Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joseph E. Slappey, MD Discusses Knee Arthritis
May 10, 2022 | Hand & Upper Extremity
Everything You Need to Know About Wrist Arthritis
What is Wrist Arthritis and How is it Treated? Wrist pain caused by arthritis is a common reason patients seek the care of a hand surgeon. While many patients have heard quite a bit about hip and knee arthritis, and may have friends and family who have had a hip or knee joint replacement, wrist […]
March 1, 2022 | Spine
What is Extreme Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion?
Minimally-Invasive Surgery for Spine Conditions in Central GA Extreme Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (XLIF) is a powerful, minimally-invasive spine surgery technique that avoids some of the pitfalls of posterior lumbar surgery while correcting the patient’s condition and allowing them to heal faster and with less postoperative pain. XLIF is a relatively new surgical procedure that […]
March 1, 2022 | Hip
Hip Arthroscopy: What You Need to Know to Get Back in the Game
What is Hip Arthroscopy? Do you have hip pain that keeps you on the sideline from the big game or simply does not allow you to enjoy playing in the park with your kids? If the answer is “yes” then hip arthroscopy may be the remedy. Whether you are a collegiate level athlete or weekend […]
February 24, 2022 | Spine
Cervical Disc Disease and Arm Pain
Care for Neck and Shoulder Pain in Central GA Neck and shoulder pain are a common sign of degenerative changes in the cervical spine. The cervical spine consists of 7 bones (C1-C7) which are separated from one another by intervertebral discs. These discs allow the spine to move freely and act as shock absorbers during […]
February 24, 2022 | General Orthopaedic Health
Obesity and Orthopedics
Obesity is a problem that affects more than 100 million Americans and is generally defined as a condition in which an individual is carrying more weight than is advisable when considering that individual’s stature or height. Body Mass Index, frequently referred to as BMI, is the most widely accepted measure of obesity and is calculated […]
Personalized Orthopaedic Care in Central Georgia
At OrthoGeorgia, we want to help you live a healthier and more comfortable life by giving those in Macon, Warner Robins, Kathleen, Milledgeville, Dublin, Griffin, and the surrounding areas convenient access to the highest quality care. Whether you have been suffering from a sports injury or a common orthopaedic condition, we will determine the cause of your discomfort and craft a personalized treatment plan to bring you relief. To learn more about our services and our physicians, or to schedule an appointment at OrthoGeorgia, please contact us today.