AOA Orthopedic Specialists Blog

Sudden Death in Collegiate Athletes

Joseph Lucas
Sudden Death in Collegiate Athletes

Erica Rodriguez, PT, DPT, CSCS The goal for collegiate sports is maximizing strength and conditioning during workouts to achieve victory during competition. The win at all costs and culture of toughness have been a contributor in leading to sudden death in collegiate...

An AOA Update About the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Joseph Lucas
An AOA Update About the Coronavirus (COVID-19)

This is an update from our AOA Orthopedic Specialists office regarding updates and operations in the wake of the Coronavirus, or COVID-19. We value the health and well-being of our staff, patients, and families and in a commitment to help reduce the spread of...

Second SAles AnnouNcement

Joseph Lucas

This is a test of the new AOA Sales page. This post should display under the “upcoming events” section. About AOA Orthopedic Specialists AOA Orthopedic Specialists has provided orthopedic care to the Lone Star State, including the Dallas and Fort Worth...

First Sales Announcement

Joseph Lucas

This is a test of the new AOA Sales page. This post should display under the “upcoming events” section. About AOA Orthopedic Specialists AOA Orthopedic Specialists has provided orthopedic care to the Lone Star State, including the Dallas and Fort Worth...

How do I submit a PTO request?

Joseph Lucas

This sample HR FAQ about submitting a PTO request. About AOA Orthopedic Specialists AOA Orthopedic Specialists has provided orthopedic care to the Lone Star State, including the Dallas and Fort Worth area for over 20 years. Now the largest orthopedic practice in North...

Ways To Keep Your Spine Healthy

AOA Orthopedic Specialists Team
Ways To Keep Your Spine Healthy

Back pain is a widespread problem, with lower back pain affecting an estimated 80% of the population. The pain may develop suddenly as a result of a muscle strain caused by heavy lifting or an accident. Muscle pain can come from conditions such as arthritis and...

Ways To Keep Your Shoulders Strong

AOA Orthopedic Specialists Team
Ways To Keep Your Shoulders Strong

The shoulder provides a 360-degree range of motion while muscles and ligaments stabilize the shoulder. The small contact area of the joint is what allows for such extreme mobility.  The rotator cuff plays a vital role in the overall function of the shoulder. Its...

Uniqueness of the WrisT

AOA Orthopedic Specialists Team
Uniqueness of the WrisT

While the function and structure of the wrist is one of the most complex in your body, the purpose of your wrists are to be able to support a wide range of movement. The wrist is made up of many joints, bones, ligaments, and tendons that work together for the wrist to...

Ways to Keep Your Knees Strong

AOA Orthopedic Specialists Team
Ways to Keep Your Knees Strong

All About the Knee The anatomy of the knee is quite complex, incorporating several ligaments, bones, and tendons. Knee pain can affect people of any age and for any number of reasons. Pain in the knee can sometimes be attributed to sports injuries or with general wear...

Therapy VS Surgery

AOA Orthopedic Specialists Team
Therapy VS Surgery

Sometimes surgery can seem unavoidable for many people who are exploring treatments for relief from back, shoulder, hip, elbow, or leg pain. However, joint pain and mobility issues do not always have to lead to surgery. Surgery is not always the quickest path to...