Macon
OrthoGeorgia Blog
May 11, 2023 | Hand & Upper Extremity
5 Simple Hand Exercises for Arthritis Pain
Arthritis in your hands can cause aching, swelling, and weakness, making daily tasks painful or impossible. Typing on keyboards or carrying groceries can become challenging as cartilage deteriorates between your joints. While there isn’t a cure for arthritis, there are simple things you can do to mitigate arthritis pain and maintain mobility. Performing gentle hand […]
April 17, 2023 | Hand & Upper Extremity
Treating Carpal Tunnel Syndrome with Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release – Dr. Maharsh Patel
Carpal tunnel release has an established history as a highly effective procedure. Despite its solid track record, conventional open carpal tunnel release (OCTR) can be plagued with surgical site pain, prolonged recovery time, and slow return to productivity. In an effort to minimize morbidity, endoscopic carpal tunnel release (ECTR) was developed. What is Carpal Tunnel […]
April 17, 2023 | Spine, Workers' Compensation
Low Back Pain in the Workplace – Dr. William Dasher
Low back pain is a very common problem in the population as a whole and especially in the workplace. Evaluating the patient with low back pain can be difficult, especially in the setting of a workers’ compensation injury. Evaluating a Workplace Back Injury The initial evaluation should include a detailed history of the injury, a […]
April 11, 2023 | Sports Medicine
Youth Sports Injuries: Safety Tips to Protect Your Child
April is National Youth Sports Safety Month, and OrthoGeorgia is committed to helping children and teens stay healthy while enjoying their favorite sports. More and more families are participating in youth sports in the United States, with more than 54% of children between 6-17 years old participating in organized sports, according to a recent CDC […]
March 13, 2023 | Hip
What to Expect After Hip Replacement Surgery
Hip replacement surgery isn’t what it used to be. While you may think hip replacement surgery requires extended downtime, today’s innovative medical technology allows you to be back on your feet doing what you love in no time. Patients now have more options for less invasive joint replacement through Mako robotic-arm-assisted surgery. OrthoGeorgia’s Total Joint […]
February 27, 2023 | Foot & Ankle
Causes and Treatment of Heel Pain – Dr. John Chrabuszcz
Pain in the heel is a common problem. Depending on the location of the pain, the cause and treatment can vary. Causes of heel pain not caused by an obvious injury include Plantar Fasciitis, Heel Pad Atrophy, Insertional Tendonopathy/Haglund’s Syndrome, stress fracture of the Calcaneus, and in children, Apophysitis. Heel pain can cause issues with […]
February 8, 2023 | Sports Medicine
Common Youth Soccer Injuries & How to Prevent Them
Youth soccer is one of the most popular and fastest-growing sports in the United States. Soccer helps children develop key skills like agility and coordination and provides a fun outlet for aerobic exercise. Children also learn about the value of teamwork and sportsmanship while helping relieve stress and anxiety. Despite all the benefits of playing […]
January 23, 2023 | Spine
Stretches to Relieve Lower Back Pain & Strengthen Your Spine
Back pain can be debilitating and limit your engagement in the daily activities you love. Lower back pain disrupts things like working in the garden, playing with your children, and even sitting at your desk. Back pain could be caused by a mild muscle strain or something more serious, like a herniated disc. Because you […]
December 14, 2022 | General Orthopaedic Health
Are Your Bones Healthy? Osteoporosis Risk Factors & Treatment Options
Our bodies constantly change as we age, and our bones are no different. While we think of bones as the sturdy, unchanging structure of our body, bones are actually active, living tissue. Bones constantly break down weaker tissue and create new tissue to take its place. As we age, our bone loss may outpace the […]
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, 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.