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When you have trigger finger, your finger—usually your pinky, ring finger, or thumb—can become stuck in a bent position. Researchers don’t know precisely why some people develop the condition, though there are treatments that can help. The skilled and experienced providers at Ortho 1 Medical Group focus on the least...
Your ankle is an amazing joint. It supports your body weight, allows you to flex and rotate your foot, and allows you to stand, jump, walk, and even dance. When you have an ankle injury, you become acutely aware that your ankle is necessary. At Ortho 1 Medical Group, our...
The plural of the meniscus is menisci, and that’s useful to know because you have two menisci on each knee joint. A meniscus is a thick, crescent-shaped piece of cartilage. The two menisci on each knee wrap around the joint, one on the outside of your knee and one on...
“Total joint replacement” can be a scary phrase for some patients. But, if you’re living with chronic pain and struggling to do simple tasks, like putting on your shirt or taking a cup from a cupboard, it may begin to seem less scary and more like a solution. Patients who...
Around 10 million people in the US have carpal tunnel syndrome. Although “pain” is often listed as a symptom, the most prominent symptoms are numbness and tingling, according to experts from the American Medical Association. Doing activities that require fine motor control can make it worse. The Ortho 1 Medical...
Trigger finger is a condition that affects the tendons in your fingers, causing them to catch or lock when bent. It can range from mildly uncomfortable to significantly painful, and it’s not uncommon for people to assume surgery is the only way to address it. But many of our patients...
Bicep tendon injuries can sneak up on you, turning a simple task like lifting a grocery bag into a painful ordeal. These injuries happen when the tendons that connect your bicep muscle to your shoulder or elbow become damaged or torn, most commonly from overuse, such as from sports, or...
Fractures can be a daunting experience, significantly affecting your daily life and mobility. Whether it's from a fall, an accident, or a sports injury, dealing with a broken bone is never easy. Fortunately, advanced surgical techniques, like open reduction internal fixation (ORIF), can offer effective solutions for severe fractures, ensuring...
If you've undergone or are scheduled for ACL repair surgery, you're probably eager to get back to your normal activities as quickly as possible. Recovery from this type of surgery can be challenging, but with the right strategies, you can enhance your healing process and regain full function of your...
Joint pain can significantly affect your daily life. Whether it's caused by arthritis, injury, or overuse, finding effective relief is key to maintaining your mobility and quality of life. One promising therapy is platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, a solution that uses your body's natural healing abilities to reduce pain and...
Are you struggling with shoulder pain because of arthritis or another chronic condition? Deciding between shoulder reconstruction and shoulder replacement and which option will provide the best results can be overwhelming. At Ortho 1 Medical Group, with multiple locations in San Diego, Chula Vista, Coronado, and La Jolla, California, our...
Your shoulder is an amazing joint, created for a wide range of motion and activities. The rotator cuff is at the heart of this body part, and an injury to it can be debilitating. Your rotator cuff is more accurately a group of muscles and tendons that work together to...
Are you waking up in the morning with shoulder stiffness that makes reaching for your alarm a Herculean task? Or maybe you’ve got a persistent ache that makes everyday things, like driving or getting dressed, challenging? Shoulder arthritis is a common condition that can cause pain, stiffness, and other symptoms...
Your shoulder is a complex body part, composed of multiple joints, muscles, and tendons. So many moving parts means your shoulder is vulnerable to different conditions that cause pain. Shoulder pain affects up to 70% of all American adults at some point in their lifetime and can make everyday tasks...
Are you considering PRP injections for your arthritis? It’s a smart idea to explore therapies like platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, as they help manage arthritis pain and promote healing. At Ortho 1 Medical Group, with offices in San Diego, Chula Vista, Coronado, and La Jolla, California, our board-certified providers have...
If you or a loved one are dealing with a fracture, you’re in good company. Americans report around 7 million broken bones every year, and people of all ages are at risk. Any time you have a broken bone, you need to seek professional medical care. Proper treatment helps your...
Have you been told you require bicep tendon repair, but the thought of undergoing this specialized surgical procedure has you worried about what’s to come when the surgery is complete? You’re not alone. At Ortho 1 Medical Group, with offices in San Diego, Chula Vista, Coronado, and La Jolla, California,...
If you've been dealing with chronic knee pain, you might be wondering if a total knee replacement is right for you. At Ortho 1 Medical Group with offices in San Diego, Chula Vista, Coronado, and La Jolla, California, we understand it’s not always easy to understand what therapy is best. ...
Are you experiencing numbness or a tingling sensation in your fingers? Cubital tunnel syndrome could be to blame. This condition develops when the ulnar nerve gets compressed or irritated at the elbow. This compression usually results from different factors, like prolonged elbow bending or direct pressure on the joint. The board-certified orthopedic surgeons at Ortho...
Your meniscus is a powerful piece of cartilage in your knee, playing a vital role in your movement and stability. However, when this powerhouse takes a hit, it can bring even the most spirited athletes to their knees. Here at Ortho 1 Medical Group in sunny San Diego, La Jolla, Chula Vista,...
When you’ve suffered a shoulder injury or damage to this key joint, shoulder surgery, also called shoulder arthroscopy, can be a key step towards relieving pain and improving joint functionality. For some people, however, frozen shoulder after surgery is a complication that can develop. This condition, called adhesive capsulitis, is...
When you experience an ongoing health condition or symptom that affects your wrist, arthroscopy can be one of the most effective ways to diagnose and treat the issue. Some of the conditions diagnosed or treated by wrist arthroscopy include: Carpal tunnel syndrome Wrist fractures and cartilage tears Muscle or ligament...
If you’ve been experiencing hip pain and are wondering whether a total hip replacement could help, you’re not alone. Every year, over 450,000 American adults undergo this surgical procedure, which replaces damaged hip joints with a prosthetic. At Ortho 1 Medical Group in San Diego, La Jolla, Chula Vista, and Coronado, California, our board-certified orthopedic surgeons specialize in...
Your knee is a complex joint. It’s where your femur and lower leg bones come together. The collateral and cruciate ligaments (thick, fibrous bands of tissue) hold the bones together and help you move smoothly. The cruciate ligaments include the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament, which cross...
Are you dealing with the discomfort of trigger finger? You’re not alone. Researchers estimate at least 200,000 Americans are diagnosed with this frustrating condition every year. If you’ve been diagnosed with trigger finger and are worried that surgery is your only option, the team at Ortho 1 Medical Group, with...
Ankle impingement is a painful condition that limits your ankle’s range of motion. If you’ve just been diagnosed with it, you probably know that ankle impingement most commonly develops because of an accumulation of scar tissue and inflammation, often from a previous injury or degenerative condition. With offices in San Diego,...
If you’re struggling with a degenerative condition or injury that affects the quality of your life, you’re not alone. More than 20% of American adults struggle with chronic pain, often because of one of these frustrating conditions. At Ortho 1 Medical Group, our providers offer the best orthopedic care for...
Torn muscles can happen to anyone, but they often occur in people who play sports or lift weights. This injury results when your muscle gets stretched beyond its capacity, causing it to separate from the tendon. At Ortho 1 Medical Group in San Diego County, California, our providers are committed...
Whether you’re a professional or student athlete, weekend warrior, or average Joe, you use your anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) every day. This tough band of tissue keeps your tibia (shin bone) from moving too far forward. The ACL also controls the rotational and front-to-back motion of your knee and helps...
It’s easy to take for granted the many things your wrists and hands help you do — until it becomes painful. You use these body parts to carry out different tasks, but some of them put stress on your wrist joints, which can cause carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). As a type of entrapment...
Are you among the 20% or more of American adults dealing with chronic pain? If so, you understand how pain negatively affects your quality of life, making it a challenge to work, participate in regular activities, and even get a good night’s rest. At Ortho 1 Medical Group, our providers offer the best in chronic...
Your ankles may seem small, but these complex joints play a starring role in your ability to stand, walk, run, turn, and move on your feet. Three main bones,tendons and ligaments, and cartilage help keep your motions smooth and pain free. A problem with any one of these components can...
Did you know nearly 25% of American adults struggle with knee pain? At Ortho 1 Medical Group with offices in Chula Vista and La Jolla, California, we specialize in diagnosing and treating knee pain triggered by many causes. But our knee specialists know you’d rather avoid knee pain than cope with it. That’s why we’ve gathered our...
Whether you’re a serious athlete or weekend warrior, a shoulder injury can keep you sidelined for months. The expert providers at Ortho 1 Medical Group in Chula Vista and La Jolla, California, specialize in diagnosing and treating many types of shoulder injuries and conditions. We also know that avoiding injury in the first place...
Struggling with stiffness or straightening one of your fingers? Do your fingers pop, snap, or click when you try to bend or straighten them? You might have a common condition called trigger finger. The good news is that trigger finger is a treatable condition. At Ortho 1 Medical Group in Chula Vista and...
Sidelined from sports because of a shoulder injury? It’s frustrating to sit on the bench after surgery. But going back too soon or not understanding what to expect when you return can get you back on the bench fast. At Ortho 1 Medical Group, with offices in Chula Vista and La...
When you work in an office or at a desk, you may think your job is risk-free. Think again. While it’s true that desk jobs don’t typically require heavy lifting or other motions that put your body at risk, there’s one injury office workers are more likely to experience: carpal tunnel...
If you suspect or have been told you need knee replacement surgery, you’re in good company. Hundreds of thousands of Americans receive knee replacements every year because of osteoarthritis and other knee diseases or injuries. The good news is that knee replacements dramatically reduce your pain and increase your mobility....
If your shoulder pain is severe enough to cause disability, you may be considering options to repair the damage. At Ortho 1 Medical Group, our orthopedic specialists offer comprehensive evaluations of your shoulder joint to see if you qualify for shoulder replacement surgery. Our surgeons Norman Kane, MD, Kristopher Downing,...