Dr. Eric Gordon Now Offering State’s Only Oxford Cementless Partial Knee Procedure at OrthoArkansas
LITTLE ROCK, AR — OrthoArkansas orthopedic surgeon Dr. Eric Gordon is now offering the Oxford Cementless Partial Knee procedure, becoming the only physician in Arkansas to perform this advanced treatment for anteromedial osteoarthritis (AMOA). The innovative procedure offers patients improved mobility, quicker recovery, and reduced postoperative pain compared to traditional knee replacement surgeries. Developed by […]
Shouldering the Burden: Common Shoulder Injuries in Active Men
Whether you’re a weekend warrior on the pickleball court, a guy who refuses to let anyone else move the furniture, or someone whose job keeps their arms in motion all day—shoulder pain can sneak up on you fast. For many men, shoulder injuries are a frustrating interruption to daily life, affecting everything from work performance […]
The Weekend Warrior’s Guide to Preventing Sports Injuries After Inactivity
There’s a flip side to every coin toss. The term “Weekend Warrior” can encompass a wide range of activities – from tackling intense at-home projects to real tackles. While we’ve previously explored the risks associated with those weekend warriors, in this month’s blog, we are going to focus on the common sports injuries that often […]
Cycle Of Smooth Rides: Preventing Common Cycling Injuries
If you love hitting the road on two wheels, it’s essential to keep yourself safe. Let’s keep the wheels turning with some tips to prevent common cycling injuries.
Unmasking The Myths Of Exercising In The Heat: Stay Cool, Stay Safe!
Let’s talk about exercising in the heat and debunk some common myths. Grab your water bottle and sunscreen, and let’s get started
Recharge And Rejuvenate: The Importance Of Athletic Rest Weeks
The annual AAA summer rest period gives both coaches and athletes a needed break from training workout schedules
Demystifying Stress Fractures: Causes, Symptoms And Recovery Strategies
With a better understanding of stress fractures, their causes, symptoms, and how to recover effectively — you can continue to enjoy your favorite activities without pain and discomfort!
Game Changers: The Valuable Work Of Athletic Trainers
March is a special month for all athletes and physically active individuals as it is National Athletic Training Month.
Keep Your Head In The Game: How To Spot A Concussion
Don’t play around with concussions. A form of mild traumatic brain injury (MTBI), concussion is unfortunately an all too common —and dangerous— injury for athletes. Learn how to spot a concussion.
Don’t “Walk It Off”: Prevent Long-term Damage
Don’t just “walk it off”. Persistent pain is your body’s way of asking you to pay attention. Long-term damage that can lead to chronic conditions is often preventable with just a single visit to the doctor.
Springing Forward to Outdoor Activities
We all need a little “pre-season” conditioning to avoid pain and injury. If you’re like most of us, you’re looking forward to returning to the physical activities you love now that the weather is warming up.
Keep Your Winter Runs Safe and Fun
Whether or not you are running for fun or competition, helping Arkansans stay safe is one of our year-round goals.
Uncommon Athletes: Pickleball – It’s All The Rage!
Pickleball – yes, that racket game with a strange name – has been the fastest growing sport in the US and Canada for decades and is growing in popularity worldwide. Prevent injuries with our Pickleball tips
Healthy Hips Improve Your Swing
Staying strong and flexible will keep you on the green with your power partner this tourney season.
Sports Injuries: How To Keep Them Out Of The Game
Some sports injuries are simply unavoidable, but there are ways to make playing sports safer. These tips can keep injuries out of the game.
Start To Finish: Training For Your First Marathon
Our guide to getting marathon-ready. Get you off the sofa and cross the finish line with these pro tips. Time to lace up!
