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A particularly important and prestigious organization is the American Academy of Orthopedic surgeons⎯AAOS in short. The AAOS is the most distinguished provider of musculoskeletal education to orthopedic surgeons in the nation: they host an annual conference attended by thousands of orthopedic specialists from all over the world, are the leading source for continuing medical education courses, activities, publications, and journals. As a member of the AAOS, Dr. Morris constantly surrounds himself with renowned and respected doctors who all work towards the goal of improving their craft and furthering the development of their industry.
As a patient, the ins and outs and specifics of orthopedic surgery can be daunting. If you’re dealing with locomotor system issues or are in need of an orthopedic procedure and want to research your options, look no further than the AAOS website and its subsidiary OrthoInfo.org. These sites provide in-depth yet comprehensible information and details on conditions, injuries, diseases, surgeries, and rehabilitations connected to the musculoskeletal system, all compiled by the top American orthopedic specialists. The data is reliable and factual, giving you all the details you need without the risk of misleading information. Browse the following AAOS blogs or visit their website to start your research. For specific questions regarding your surgery or procedure, feel free to call or email Dr. Morris’ office.
Can Walking Help with Knee Pain?
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following symptoms or conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. Just the thought of physical activity might cause pain and stiffness in your joints, when living with...
Total Joint Replacement: 6 Benefits of Outpatient Surgery
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following symptoms or conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. Years ago, the thought of staying in the hospital less than a week was unimaginable after having total knee...
Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) Injections – What is PRP Therapy?
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following symptoms or conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. What is Plasma and What are Platelets? Plasma is the liquid portion of whole blood. It is composed largely...
What Is Golfer’s Elbow?
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following symptoms or conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. Medial Epicondylitis, better known as Golfer’s Elbow is diagnosed if the person experiences pain on the...
5 Ways to Treat Tennis Elbow
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following symptoms or conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. You do not have to be an avid tennis player to experience the pain of this injury. Just about anyone can...
6 Most Common Causes of Shoulder Pain
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following shoulder symptoms or conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. Shoulder pain can be caused by a wide variety of issues, since the shoulder is comprised of...
How is Stem Cell Therapy Is Used In Orthopedics?
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following symptoms or conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. By now, you have probably heard many media stories being reported about injured superstar athletes...
Why do my hips hurt at night?
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following symptoms or conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. The first thought that comes to many who suffer with hip pain is that it’s due to getting older, but that...
Four Most Common Knee Conditions
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. Arthritis: Knee arthritis refers to the breakdown of cartilage in the joint. Without enough cartilage, pain, swelling,...
When Should I See An Orthopedic Surgeon For My Knee Pain?
If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the following conditions, call the office of Dr. Clint Morris at (830) 895-4466 for further evaluation. - You have reason to believe your symptoms are getting worse. Do you have increased swelling or sharper pain? Do not...
Patient Education Apps: Guides to Orthopaedic Surgery
Patient Education Apps from the AAOS website. Easy-to-use apps let you demonstrate anatomy, pathology, and treatment at the point of care. Notation tools let you create personalized education for your patients. In-depth educational videos can be placed on your...
Developed and engineered by Arthrex, Inc. for orthopaedic surgeons and their patients, Orthoillustrated® is a leading Internet based resource for orthopaedic surgery patient education. Goal of the website is to help patients understand bone and joint related injuries...
Orthopaedic Patient Education Find out information by body parts plus helpful videos & animations. OrthoInfo.org is your online connection to expert orthopaedic information Recommend www.OrthoInfo.org to your patients, and give them access to over hundreds of...
Stop Sports injuries HOW IS AN ELBOW OR SHOULDER INJURY DIAGNOSED? If a young athlete is throwing too hard, too much, too early, and without rest, a serious elbow or shoulder injury may be on the horizon. If the athlete complains of elbow or shoulder pain the day...
Protect Yourself During Summer Athletics By Michael J. Smith, MD Athletes and adventurers who compete and train outdoors have a common enemy— ultraviolet radiation from the sun. It has been estimated that 1 in 5 Americans will get skin cancer in their lifetime....
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