When physical therapist Amy Boyer realized surgery was the only option for relieving hip pain, she turned to someone she knew could relate: her patient.
The new year is here and fitness resolutions are in full swing. Learn how to avoid soreness when beginning a new workout routine, plus how to know when soreness indicates something more serious.
The UVA SPEED Clinic offers 3D motion-capture technology for not just golfers but also runners, walkers and bikers. Listen to this podcast to learn what happens at an appointment.
Typically, I share video projects on this blog. In 2016, I’ve been able to meet some really interesting people who have beautiful stories of perseverance, determination, and strength through hard times.
The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, is a key ligament for knee stability. Athletes with a torn ACL will be out for the rest of the season.
Joseph Park, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon at UVA Medical Center. He specializes in foot and ankle disorders. Find out what made him choose his specialty.
When you get a herniated disc, the outer portion tears, and the inner portion comes out into the spinal canal. Of course, lower back pain doesn't necessarily mean you have a herniated disc.
Susan Mong spent years riding her horse until a hip injury sidelined her. She researched surgery options and found she was in great hands at UVA. Susan has been reunited with her horse and is back to riding.
You're rushing to get to a work meeting and suddenly, you step the wrong way on an uneven sidewalk and roll your ankle. It hurts, and it's a little swollen. You may have a sprained ankle.
Tennis elbow is a painful overuse injury that affects the outside of the elbow. It doesn't impact just tennis players. Get prevention and treatment info in this week's podcast.
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