Your hip hurts. Or is it your lower back? It is not always easy to tell. The hip and lower spine are located close together, and problems in either area can cause pain that travels into the buttocks, groin, thigh,
Some sports injuries can’t wait. Learn when to treat an injury at home, visit urgent care, or see an orthopedic specialist.
The Achilles tendon is the largest and strongest tendon in our body, and it connects our calf muscle to our heel bone. It gives our legs the strength to walk, run, and jump, but if it stretches too far, you
Learn how to prevent common sports injuries in female athletes. Discover expert tips on avoiding ACL tears, stress fractures, and overuse injuries today.
Fellowship-trained spine surgeon now seeing patients in Montgomery, Prattville, and Wetumpka. Southern Orthopaedic Surgeons (SOS) continues to expand access to advanced orthopedic care in the River Region with the addition of orthopedic spine surgeon Milo Sanda, DO. Dr. Sanda brings
It’s exciting for our children to be back in school. We have been craving some normalcy, and with school back in session, part of that routine will be sports. As you pack lunches and get them off in time, it’s
Learn when you might need to seek an X-ray for your injury and when you need to visit with one of our experts at Southern Orthopaedic Surgeons in Montgomery, AL.
For athletes and highly active individuals, the ankle joint absorbs tremendous force over time. Repeated sprains, fractures, and high-impact movements can gradually damage the cartilage that protects the joint, increasing the risk of ankle arthritis earlier in life than many
Gone are the days when you needed to be laid up for weeks after having bunion surgery. Today’s recovery period is quite short, but you still need to have a plan for before surgery and your home environment during recovery. Don’t let worries about
Injuries do not always happen during the workday. Whether it is after practice, after work, or on the weekend, getting the right care quickly matters. Southern Orthopaedic Surgeons is now offering Prattville Extended Hours, giving you access to specialized orthopaedic
The Achilles tendon, a strong band of tissue that links the calf muscles to the heel bone, is crucial for movements like walking, running, and jumping. Given its crucial role in mobility, an Achilles tendon rupture can be a painful, mobility-limiting
If knee pain is interfering with your daily life, you’re not alone. Whether it’s caused by arthritis, wear and tear, or a previous injury, chronic knee pain can make even simple activities difficult. At Southern Orthopaedic Surgeons, we offer Zilretta®
