While new parents are aware of the strain and fatigue parenting causes on your sleep schedule, many don’t realize the physical injuries that can be caused by repetitive activities such as lifting or carrying your baby. Repetitive stress injuries can happen due to overuse of your muscles, tendons, nerves, and other soft tissues and may […]
Have you been experiencing forearm pain recently or for quite some time? There could be many reasons for pain, from repetitive impact and overuse to arthritis and more. We’ll break down the top 5 forearm injuries that we typically see and what these issues entail. If you have recently suffered from a forearm injury, please […]
Whether you fell and hurt yourself recently or have had a persistent shoulder injury for a while now, it may be time to see an orthopedic shoulder surgeon. Putting yourself in the hands of someone else is a big decision – and doing your research and vetting the doctor who will perform your orthopedic shoulder […]
Have you been experiencing pain in your shoulder? If so, it may be time to see an Austin orthopedic specialist. A shoulder injury can cause minor pain all the way to excruciating pain, but any pain at all may mean a visit to a trained physician is needed. If you’ve been experiencing pain, don’t hesitate […]
With eight small bones attached to a movable joint, the wrist is a very complex structure. If you factor in the ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves it’s no surprise that the wrist is one of the most commonly injured areas in the upper body. If you have recently suffered from an injury, please don’t hesitate […]
In light of what is going on in the world right now, Austin hand surgeon Dr. Alton Barron has been holding a weekly “Musician Monday” livestream with the goal to offer musicians a virtual avenue to ask health-related questions that they may normally ask a doctor in-person. This blog serves as a recap of the […]
In light of what is going on in the world right now, Austin hand surgeon Dr. Alton Barron has been holding a weekly “Musician Monday” livestream with the goal to offer musicians a virtual avenue to ask health-related questions that they may normally ask a doctor in-person. This blog serves as a recap of the […]
In light of what is going on in the world right now, Austin hand surgeon Dr. Alton Barron has been holding a weekly “Musician Monday” livestream with the goal to offer musicians a virtual avenue to ask health-related questions that they may normally ask a doctor in-person. This blog serves as a recap of the […]
Some conditions and injuries become more common as you age. As an experienced Austin shoulder surgeon, I’ve seen many varieties of shoulder injuries, but some are more common than others for people over 50. If you’ve ever hurt your shoulder, you know how frustrating the experience can be, and how the best course of action […]
Shoulder pain is both limiting and frustrating. It can prevent you from doing all the things you love and even make you fear physical activity and the pain that will inevitably come with it. If you’ve been living with shoulder pain, or have just been feeling discomfort from time-to-time, it’s likely time to see a […]