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Choosing Hip Replacement After Years of Hip Pain
What began as hip discomfort for Becky turned into constant pain that affected every part of her daily life. After learning the hip was bone-on-bone, she chose a hip replacement with Dr. Harris at San Antonio Orthopædic Specialists. Today, she’s walking without pain, sleeping comfortably, and living an active life again.
Knee vs. Hip Injections: What’s the Difference?
Learn the key differences between knee and hip injections, when each is used, and how non-surgical joint injections through Joint Health Specialists can help relieve pain and improve mobility.
Can Knee Pain Cause Hip Pain?
Knee pain and hip pain are often connected. Learn how knee arthritis, injuries, and altered movement patterns can lead to hip discomfort, and why treating the source of pain matters. San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists explains how comprehensive orthopedic care can help restore mobility and improve quality of life.
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.
Anti-Inflammatory Foods That Help Reduce Joint Pain
Discover how anti-inflammatory foods can help reduce joint pain and improve mobility. Joint Health Specialists in San Antonio offers a 3-step non-surgical approach with nutrition guidance and advanced orthobiologic treatments for long-term joint health.
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.
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.
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.
Recover Faster With Tissue-Sparing Surgery
Recover faster with tissue-sparing surgery for knee and hip replacements. Learn how this advanced technique reduces pain, shortens recovery time, and helps you regain mobility quickly. Find out what to expect post-surgery and why it’s a game-changer for joint health!
Medical Advancements in Hip & Knee Replacement
Experience the future of joint replacement at San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists. Discover groundbreaking advancements in hip and knee surgery, including longer-lasting implants, revolutionary pain management techniques, and image-guided precision. Our expert team is dedicated to helping you regain mobility, reduce pain, and improve your quality of life. Learn more about how these innovations can benefit you.
Advanced Joint Replacement Techniques: Tissue-Sparing Surgery Explained
San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists offers tissue-sparing joint replacement, a revolutionary technique pioneered by our own Dr. Harris. This minimally disruptive approach leads to faster recovery, reduced pain, and potentially better long-term outcomes. Click to learn more and see if tissue-sparing surgery is right for you.
Joint Replacement Recovery: 3 Types of Physical TherAPy
Undergoing joint replacement surgery can dramatically improve your mobility, but recovery requires physical therapy. San Antonio Orthopaedic Specialists offers personalized plans with outpatient, home health, and inpatient rehab options to fit your needs. Our goal is to get you back to the activities you enjoy through a tailored program that rebuilds strength and flexibility.