According to the CDC, knee pain is something that affects one in four Americans. Whether you have experienced an acute injury or find yourself with chronic pain, your quality of life can be seriously altered. The knee is a complicated joint with several different muscles and ligaments found throughout it. Therefore, it is hard to pinpoint what the reason behind your pain might be. We have gathered three of the most common reasons that Americans experience knee pain and some helpful tips on how to hopefully find relief from your discomfort. Osteoarthritis There are hundreds of different types ..read more

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, tendonitis causes more than 70,000 people to miss work per year. This is just one of many reasons why it is important to understand the symptoms of tendonitis so that you can avoid not only the pain but the inconvenience it puts on your daily life. What is Tendonitis? Tendonitis is the swelling and irritation of a tendon. A tendon is the dense fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones. You have tendons all over your body, but the tendons that are especially prone to tendonitis are the wrists, elbows, shoulders, knees and ankles. There are vario ..read more

Those who suffer from knee pain may be reluctant to see an orthopedic specialist because they feel as though surgery may be their only solution. This is not always the case, and there are various ways in which your discomfort can be alleviated without surgical intervention. According to the CDC, bone and joint disorders are the leading cause of disability in America, with knee pain being the second most common chronic type of pain. With millions of Americans experiencing knee pain, there are numerous alternatives to knee surgery that can help to reduce or eliminate your discomfort. We have ga ..read more

Hand Surgeon Dr. Giusti, Board Certified Orthopedic Surgery Specialist Jacksonville, FL  (November 8, 2021) –  Southeast Orthopedic Specialists, the regional leader in orthopedic and spine care, has announced the addition of Dr. Guilherme Giusti to its team.  Dr. Giusti is a Board Certified and Fellowship Trained Orthopedic Hand Surgeon. Dr. Giusti attended medical school at Escola Paulista de Medicina in São Paulo, Brazil. During his time in Brazil, he continued his training and completed both his orthopedic surgery residency and hand surgery fellowship. Dr. Giusti then reloc ..read more

Pain that starts in the lower back and radiates down the back of the leg is what is commonly referred to as sciatica. The pain follows the path of the sciatic nerve down the leg which means that typically, only one side of the body is affected. The sensation that those with sciatica experience varies from one person to the next. While some people feel a sharp, shooting pain, others describe a dull pain. The pain that you experience from sciatica is caused by irritation, inflammation, pinching or compression of a nerve in the lower back. Sciatica is a common complaint among Americans and accor ..read more

Knee pain shows no preference in a person’s age or who it affects. People of all age ranges can experience mild to severe discomfort in their knees and it is the most common orthopedic complaint that patients bring to their doctors.  The real question is, why is this pain happening? Discomfort in the knees can come from a variety of injuries or even an underlying medical condition.  Depending on the type of injury that you have sustained, the symptoms and signs that you notice may vary.  We have listed some of the most common symptoms that those with a knee injury might have ..read more

Plantar fasciitis is the most common diagnosis for those experiencing heel pain, with almost 2 million people seeking treatment for this condition each year according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs through the bottom of the foot and connects the heel bone to the toes. A stabbing pain is usually the most defining symptom for those that have plantar fasciitis. What are the Symptoms of Plantar Fasciitis? Those who experience plantar fasciitis complain of a stabbing pain in the bottom of their foot near the heel. Typic ..read more

To understand what a rotator cuff injury is, you must first understand the rotator cuff itself. The rotator cuff comprises four muscles and tendons that help stabilize the shoulder while also helping to move the arm. It is a crucial component in being able to lift your arm and reach upward. The rotator cuff is a commonly injured area, with most of the injuries being related to strains, tears or tendinitis. What causes an injury to the rotator cuff? The shoulder is one of the most complex joints in the body and is susceptible to everyday wear and tear. A rotator cuff tear is a common injury w ..read more

3 million Americans are diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome each year making it a very common medical condition. It all begins with the notorious tingling sensation in the hand. Therefore, seeking medical advice from an orthopedic specialist sooner rather than later is crucial. Carpal Tunnel Basics. The carpal tunnel is located on the palm side of the hand and provides passage for the median nerve. The median nerve travels down the arm and into the hand and controls the feeling and movement of the thumb and fingers. Along with the median nerve, nine flexor tendons run through the carpal tun ..read more

St. Augustine, FL (February 15, 2022) – Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine has announced that they will begin operating under the Southeast Orthopedic Specialists’ name as of April 1, 2022.  This change comes after Orthopaedic Associates of St. Augustine and Jacksonville-based Southeast Orthopedic Specialists partnered in October of 2021 under the HOPCo (Healthcare Outcomes Performance Company) platform.  The newly expanded multi-specialty musculoskeletal care practice includes more than 100 specialists serving patients throughout northeast Florida and southeast Georgia.  T ..read more