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Tennis elbow
Jul 09
The Top 5 Causes of Tennis Elbow

If you have pain in your elbow and it radiates down your arm, you may have tennis elbow, or tendonitis of the elbow. See a doctor to determine its origin.

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Arthritis
Jul 09
A Guide to Understanding and Managing Arthritis

Do you suffer from arthritis pain in the knee or leg? Read on to learn about managing arthritis pain and other symptoms from the knee specialists at Atlanta at OrthoAtlanta.

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Fracture xray
Jun 29
10 Facts You Must Know about Bone Fractures

Bone fractures are no fun for anyone, but they happen often and can be painful. OrthoAtlanta has ten facts about broken bones and how to prevent them.

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sprained ankle
Jun 19
How to Care for a Sprained Ankle

After a sprained ankle diagnosis, there’s little the doctor can do until your follow-up appointment. How quickly you heal is up to you. Learn how to care for your sprained ankle injury at home and you’ll be back on your feet in no time.

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Michael Behr, MD and Peter Symbas, MD perform surgery
May 25
Medical Mission to Honduras Provides Knee Replacement Surgery to Those in Need

OrthoAtlanta surgeons, Michael J. Behr, MD and Peter J. Symbas, MD, participated in an Atlanta-based orthopedic medical mission trip to Honduras where they provided total knee replacement to an impoverished population.

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back pain
May 23
Why Live with Back Pain?

Dr. Yolanda Scott discusses back pain in the May 2018 issue of Chapel Hill News & Views.

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poor posture
May 14
Is Poor Posture Causing Your Back Pain?

Posture can make or break your back. Maintaining good posture has a lot of health benefits, including avoiding long-term back problems and potential back surgery. Here are a few tips for your back and spine.

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ATHLETE
May 14
Why Vitamin D Is an Absolute Necessity for Athletes

Athletes with stress fractures or musculoskeletal pain should consider vitamin D levels. Read on to learn why researchers recommend keeping an eye on this vitamin.

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Shoulder
May 14
Dislocated Shoulder: Its Potential Complications and Treatments

Shoulder injuries can be serious. Treatment is straightforward, but it has to be done right. Here is what to do if you suspect you have a shoulder dislocation.

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Knee pain
May 12
What Are Stiff Joints and How to Remedy Them

Stiff joints affect people as they age, but they can also be a sign of a more serious condition. Discover what stiff joints are and how you can remedy them.

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OrthoAtlanta The Battery Atlanta
May 10
OrthoAtlanta Opens New Location in The Battery Atlanta

As baseball fans started streaming into their seats at SunTrust Park this spring, OrthoAtlanta orthopedic and sports medicine specialists was opening its newest location at The Battery Atlanta.

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Todd Schmidt, MD
May 01
OrthoAtlanta Orthopedic Surgeon, Todd Schmidt, MD, Serves as 2018 Medical Honoree for the Atlanta Arthritis Foundation Walk to Cure Arthritis

Dr. Schmidt shares insights into current arthritis treatment options and encourages participation in the annual Arthritis Foundation Fundraiser to be held on Saturday, May 5, 2018 at Concourse Office Park (Perimeter area).

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