The Body Blog
Next-Generation Casting: The Exo Brace
February 22, 2012At Sterling Ridge Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, we pride ourselves on being at the leading edge of orthopedic technology. One way we do this is by utilizing the Exo Brace. The Exo Brace is a lightweight yet effective casting option that can be used in water and avoids the loud, and often scary, cast saw… Read More
ACL Injury Treatment
January 8, 2012ACL ruptures do not heal. Therefore, in order to return stability to the knee, ACL’s need to be reconstructed through surgery. Not everyone with an ACL injury is a candidate for reconstruction. Factors to be considered include the patient’s age, medical history, compliance, and activity goals. Talk about these things with your physician to see… Read More
ACL Injury and Diagnosis
January 8, 2012The ACL, or anterior cruciate ligament, is a ligament within the knee joint. It is an important stabilizer of the knee. Injuries to the ACL occur mostly in 15-45 year olds experienced by approximately 1 in 1750 people per year. Women are at a 2-4 times increased risk of ACL injuries. And roughly 100,000 ACL… Read More
The Value of a Good Shoe
January 6, 2012Any athlete knows that good equipment is essential for peak performance and injury prevention. Since running shoes are a runner’s only equipment, a good shoe is a must. To find the best shoe for you, we recommend consulting with someone at your local running specialty shoe store. Typically they will evaluate your feet and gait… Read More
Runner’s Knee
November 23, 2011Runner’s knee, also known as patellofemoral pain syndrome, is a common cause of knee pain that we evaluate and treat at Sterling Ridge Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine. As the name states, “runner’s knee” is a common condition seen in runners and multi-sport athletes. Unfortunately, it can be quite debilitating to a runner due to pain… Read More
Comprehensive Pain Management: Our Team
November 23, 2011Everyone experiences pain at some time. Often it’s an indication that something is wrong in your body. Pain is the most common reason people seek medical attention, accounting for about 80 % of doctor visits. Yet, it is defined differently by each patient and can be very complex. At SROSM we offer comprehensive pain management… Read More
Hip Arthroscopy
November 23, 2011Sterling Ridge Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine recently added hip arthroscopy to the orthopedic services offered to patients in The Woodlands and the greater Houston area. This is a completely new option for hip surgery patients that will reduce their incision, reduce the risk of infection and make recovery much quicker. Dr. Keith W.V. Johnson of… Read More
