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Orthopedics

September 30, 2025

Nursemaid’s elbow: A childhood injury with an old-fashioned name

Written By: Vicki Powers, UT Physicians | Updated: September 30, 2025

Nursemaid’s elbow is a frequent injury in young children. Learn how to spot the signs, seek treatment, and prevent it from happening again.

March 20, 2025

How bone marrow treatment can augment healing

Written By: Shelley Vanker | Updated: March 20, 2025

Orthopedic surgeon Paul Shupe, MD, explains how using a patient's bone marrow during surgery can enhance healing and reduce recovery time.

November 8, 2024

Unlock flexibility: The benefits of daily stretching

Written By: Shelley Vanker, UT Physicians | Updated: November 8, 2024

Follow this guide for optimal stretching benefits to relieve tension, lift your mood, and reduce your risk of injury.

July 31, 2024

Exercises older adults with arthritis can do at home

Written By: Vicki Powers, UT Physicians | Updated: July 31, 2024

Maintaining activity is crucial for older adults with arthritis as stiffness can result from both arthritis and inactivity. Learn tips from a UT Physicians orthopedist.

April 17, 2024

Bone health: How older adults can reduce risks of falls and fractures

Written By: Vicki Powers, UT Physicians | Updated: April 17, 2024

Nutrition, exercise, and bone density scans are important ways to be proactive regarding your bone health.

August 7, 2023

Sciatica: Causes and treatment

Written By: G. Ashley Johnson, UT Physicians | Updated: August 7, 2023

Understanding the causes of sciatica, methods to treat the condition, and ways to avoid discomfort can help lead to an improved, healthy lifestyle.

March 27, 2023

Smart plays to prevent sports injuries

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: March 27, 2023

This spring, play smart! A sports medicine surgeon explains some common sports injuries and ways to prevent injury.

March 8, 2023

Defensive and offensive game plan for traumatic brain injury

Written By: Andi Atkinson, UT Physicians | Updated: March 8, 2023

A field specialist offers tips to avoid traumatic brain injury and explains what to notice and do when someone takes a hard blow to the head.

June 30, 2021

How to tell the difference between soreness and an injury

Written By: Kim Kham, UT Physicians | Updated: June 30, 2021

When recovering from a workout, there is a difference between muscular soreness and pain. Bonnie P. Gregory, MD, orthopedic surgeon with UT Physicians, shares her expertise on common workout injuries and when you should see a physician.

April 28, 2021

UTHealth Houston transitions to Epic electronic medical record system

Written By: Melissa McDonald, UT Physicians | Updated: April 28, 2021

UTHealth Houston is transitioning to a new electronic medical record system and patient portal on May 8 to improve care.

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