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When Does a Meniscus Tear Require Knee Surgery?
When you think of your knee, what do you think of? Probably your kneecap, arguably the most visible (and touchable) part of your knee. But there’s a lot more to your knee than the bony outer prominence. Inside your knee, two wedge-shaped pads of cartilage, called menisci, provide your knee with thick cushioning,... Read More
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Cubital Tunnel or Carpal Tunnel: Which Do I Have?
Most people have heard of carpal tunnel syndrome, a painful condition that happens in your wrists and hands. Far fewer people have heard of cubital tunnel syndrome, yet this less-common syndrome can cause many of the same symptoms — but with a couple of major differences. With offices in Dallas, Plano, Keller, Weatherford,... Read More
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My Hip Hurts When I Sleep on My Side
If you have hip pain, you have plenty of company: Data shows hip pain affects millions of Americans every year, and that includes hip pain due to injuries, arthritis, and other hip ailments. Research also shows that sleep plays an important role in managing chronic pain. But if your hip pain is making it hard…
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CLOSED – Thursday, February 24, 2022
All locations are closed today due to slick road conditions. Fort Worth will be reevaluated at noon for a possible afternoon opening.... Read More
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Closed Friday 2/4/22
All locations will remain closed Friday, February 4, 2022 due to unsafe road conditions. We will be calling to reschedule appointments next week. Enjoy your weekend and stay safe!!... Read More
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We Are Closed – 2/3/22
Due to inclement weather, all locations will be closed Thursday, February 3rd 2022. When conditions improve, we will be calling to reschedule appointments. Check back for more updates… Stay safe and enjoy your snow day!... Read More
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Are Your Shoes to Blame for Your Foot Problems?
Did you know that the average American walks about two miles every day? Considering the typical life expectancy is roughly 80 years, that means we can expect to walk an average of about 60,000 miles during our lives — or roughly twice around the equator. That’s a lot of wear and tear on your feet…
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TOA Fort Worth has Moved!
Texas Orthopaedic Associates Fort Worth Is Moving! To Our Patients, We are excited to inform you that as of January 24, 2022, our 5701 Bryant Irvin Rd. locations will have moved, and we will begin seeing our Fort Worth patients at our new location: 5900 Altamesa Blvd. Suite 100 Fort Worth,... Read More
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Repair Your Cartilage Damage with Stem Cell Therapy
Cartilage damage is common, especially in weight-bearing joints like the knees and hips or the large ball-and-socket shoulder joints. In fact, cartilage damage is an integral part of arthritis, a condition affecting about a quarter of American adults. As a leading orthopaedics practice with offices in Dallas, Plano, Keller, Weatherford, and Fort Worth,... Read More
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6 Treatment Options When You’ve Injured Your Rotator Cuff
Each year, about 2 million Americans visit a doctor for rotator cuff problems that cause symptoms like shoulder pain, stiffness, and a decreased range of motion. Rotator cuffs are complex structures that play a major role in shoulder movement and stability, so if you have a rotator cuff problem, it’s really important to get appropriate…
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Is Your Work-From-Home Setup Taking a Toll on Your Wrists?
Ah, working from home! It’s the dream, right? Without the confines of a traditional office, you’re free to relax in comfort as you trip lightly through your daily responsibilities … right? Not always. While working from home may offer some advantages, it can actually take a big toll on your body — especially your wrists....…
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Can Stem Cell Therapy Help Arthritis?
Arthritis is an umbrella term for about 100 diseases that affect the joints. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which affects more than 32 million Americans. Osteoarthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions your joints wears away, leaving your bones to rub against each other. Arthritis commonly affects knee, hip, and shoulder joints....…
