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Returning to an Active Lifestyle After Hip Replacement
For Mr. Moody, staying active was a way of life. But by his mid-40s, hip pain began limiting his movement and affecting his quality of life. After meeting with Dr. Harris at San Antonio Orthopædic Specialists, he found a patient-first approach that focused on preserving mobility and lifestyle. Using tissue-sparing hip replacement techniques, Dr. Harris helped him return to full activity with a smooth, rapid recovery.
Top Signs You Need A Hip Replacement
Persistent hip pain can make everyday activities difficult and limit your quality of life. Learn the top signs that may indicate it is time to consider a hip replacement and how the specialists at San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists evaluate symptoms, imaging, and goals to determine the right treatment for each patient.
How to Treat Joint Pain Without Surgery
Struggling with hip or knee pain but not ready for surgery? At San Antonio Orthopædic Specialists, our Joint Health Specialists offer advanced non-surgical treatments, including injections and regenerative medicine, to relieve pain and restore mobility. Learn how options like PRP, hyaluronic acid, Lipogems, and Iovera can help you get back to moving comfortably, without going under the knife.
Orthobiologic Injections: Benefits for Joint Pain & Injury Recovery
Orthobiologic injections offer active adults a non-surgical solution for joint pain and soft tissue injuries. Learn how this cutting-edge treatment helps you heal faster and stay moving.
Why Your Hips Hurt at Night: Causes, Symptoms & When to See a Specialist
Nighttime hip pain is more than frustrating. It can signal underlying conditions like bursitis or arthritis. Learn the two most common causes and what treatments can help you finally get a good night’s sleep again.
Joint Injections Not Working? When It’s Time to Consider Surgery
Joint injections don’t seem to help anymore? You’re not alone! For many patients, injections work, until they don’t. Learn more about when it might be time to rethink your treatment plan and how our team can you explore what’s next.
Meet Dr. Brandon Couch, M.D.: Orthopedic Hip & Knee Surgeon in San Antonio
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Brandon Couch to San Antonio Orthopædic Specialists. With expertise in minimally invasive techniques and joint preservation, Dr. Couch will be a great asset to our team. Learn more about his background in medicine and how our team can help you find relief from joint pain.
Delay Joint Replacement Surgery: Dr. Broome’s Guide TO Managing Joint Pain
Joint pain doesn’t always mean you need a joint replacement. Simple lifestyle changes can make a big difference and can help you delay or even avoid surgery. Learn more about our approach to joint pain at Joint Health Specialists.
Understanding the Direct Anterior Approach for Hip Replacement Patients
The Direct Anterior Approach to Hip Replacement is a minimally invasive, tissue-sparing technique that helps patients recover faster and return to their active lifestyles. Learn more about how this advanced approach can reduce pain, improve mobility, and support better long-term outcomes.
Introducing Joint Health Specialists: Advanced Joint Pain Solutions in San Antonio
Joint Health Specialists—a new division of San Antonio Orthopædic Specialists—is now open, offering advanced, non-surgical solutions for hip, knee, and joint pain. Our expert team provides personalized care that restores movement and reduces pain. Now offering cash-pay injection options for faster, more affordable access to relief.
How Do Steroid Injections Work? A Guide to Pain Relief and Joint Health
Struggling with joint pain from arthritis, knee issues, or hip discomfort? Steroid injections may offer the relief you need—quickly and effectively. Read to learn more!
Treatment Options for Arthritis of the Knees & Hips with Dr. Harris
You’ve probably heard of arthritis at this point, but do you really understand what it is? Continue reading to learn more as Dr. Harris dives deep into the causes, symptoms, and treatment options!
Dr. Broome DIVES INTO: TOTAL HIP REPLACEMENTS
In a total hip replacement, we remove the ball to insert metal and plastic to make up for bone and cartilage loss. These parts are artificial, but serve the same function as our own. There are no nerves in the metal or plastic so the pain associated with the rubbing of ‘bone on bone’ in the joint is relieved.
Straight from DR. Harris: total HIP REPLACEMENT 101
In a total hip replacement, we remove the ball to insert metal and plastic to make up for bone and cartilage loss. These parts are artificial, but serve the same function as our own. There are no nerves in the metal or plastic so the pain associated with the rubbing of ‘bone on bone’ in the joint is relieved.