The rotator cuff is the group of muscles and tendons on your shoulder that surround the joint. They stabilize the humerus, the long bone that connects the shoulder blade to the elbow.  The shoulder is one of the most flexible joints in the body and offers a full range of motion. Since muscles and tendons facilitate joint movements, you engage your rotator cuff when you perform various activities, like cleaning, lifting objects, exercising, dancing, playing sports, etc. This also explains why rotator cuffs are prone to injuries due to overuse, accidents, and age-related degeneration.&nb ..read more

Clark Walker We are excited to announce the growth of our practice and invite the community to join us in welcoming two new doctors to our staff.   Dr. David Love, specializing in spine surgery, and Dr. Clark Walker, specializing in sports medicine and sports related injuries, join Georgia Bone and Joint. Clark Walker, MD is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in Sports Medicine and sports related injuries.  His primary areas of focus include minimally invasive shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee arthroscopy, shoulder arthroplasty, cartilage restoration, fracture car ..read more

The median nerve is a sensory and motor nerve running along your arm that helps you move your hands and fingers. It goes through the carpal tunnel, which is a narrow passageway in your wrist. This nerve can become compressed due to repetitive hand motions, irregular anatomy or health problems. If this were to happen, you might experience tingling, numbness or weakness in your hand brought on by carpal tunnel syndrome. Causes of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Also called median nerve compression, this condition can be brought on by the following: Repetitive tasks that involve working the hands and wr ..read more

Shoulder pain is one of the most common problems reported to doctors since the shoulder is one of the most frequently used parts of the body. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, over four million cases of shoulder pain are reported annually. Due to this, people often ask when to see a doctor for shoulder pain. If the pain you’re experiencing prevents you from your daily tasks, it’s important to seek help from a trusted orthopedic specialist. When To See a Doctor for Shoulder Pain? Shoulder problems can often lead to various painful conditions, such as reduced function ..read more

Many kids lead active lifestyles, exploring different activities, engaging in their favorite sports and even playing with their friends. This also means they can be more prone to orthopedic problems at this point. Whether it be a growth abnormality, a fracture after falling off a bike or sore knees from playing too much, it’s never a pleasant experience to see your child in pain. This is why pediatric orthopedics exists. Since children have musculoskeletal issues and needs that differ from that of an adult, they require the attention and treatment of a physician specializing in this field. Bu ..read more

Georgia Bone and Joint at Orthopaedic Solutions Georgia Bone and Joint at Orthopedic Solutions Here we GROW again at Georgia Bone and Joint!  We are excited to announce the continued growth of our practice with a new location at 670 South 8th Street in Griffin, Georgia to serve patients in Spalding county and surrounding communities. Formally known as Orthopaedic Solutions, Georgia Bone and Joint is excited and proud to bring our expertise and experience to patients in the Spalding County community.  Dr. Velazco and Dr. Nair at Orthopaedic Solutions are announcing their retirement as ..read more

If you have spine pain, your top priorities are probably becoming pain-free and resuming your active life. With the opening of The Spine Center of Georgia Bone & Joint, your options for healing just got better. Our separate, special area of the Summit Healthplex is dedicated solely to providing the least invasive solution to your spine issue and helping you return to your normal life. From Imaging to Rehabilitation The healing begins when a patient steps into the comfortable, inviting space of The Spine Center, where the full range of services dedicated to spine health is available in a s ..read more