Author: The Orthopaedic Center (TOC)

Roller Coasters, Summer Activities, And Your Spine

The dog days of summer are approaching with warm weather and vacation plans.

Perhaps you have a road trip nearing that you’ve been planning for months. Maybe you just want to have a “staycation” this year and do some gardening and chores around the house. Whatever form your relaxation takes, always be aware of your spine. No one wants to arrive at their destination or come home with back pain.

Let’s look at some warm weather snafus that can ruin your summer fun.

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Amputee Health & Education Fair

Infinity Orthotics & Prosthetics and TOC, together with Southern Prosthetic Supply, Ottobeck, Alps and Freedom Innovations, are hosting an Amputee Health & Education Fair on Saturday, May 19 from 10am – 2pm at The Orthopaedic Center, 927 Franklin St., Huntsville (2nd Floor).  For more information, please download the flyer.

The Orthopaedic Center and OrthoSports Athens Announce Merger

We are pleased to announce the merger of The Orthopaedic Center (TOC) and OrthoSports Athens (OSA). By uniting leaders in orthopaedics, spine and sports medicine, the merger of TOC and OSA provides exciting opportunities to improve care and expand service and accessibility for all patients throughout North Alabama and South Central Tennessee. 

Please join us in welcoming Drs. Patrick Boyett, William Lawrence, J. Eric Stanford, J. Blake Boyett, Jason Hatfield and staff to the TOC family!

Andrew Weir – Athlete of the Week – March 2018

Congratulations to Andrew Weir from Grissom High School.  Our Athlete of the Week for March 2018.

 

 

Andrew Weir
Grissom High School
Soccer
GPA: 3.93

– Starting Center Back for Varsity Soccer / Member of Class 7A Area Champion team / Starter for United Soccer Club team
– National Merit Semi-Finalist / Math & Spanish Honor Societies / Grissom H.S. Academic Team Member
– Volunteer – Meals to Grow Backpack Program / Multiple Mission Trip Volunteer / Academic Tutor

6 Common Causes Of Front Knee Pain

If you suffer from front knee pain in Huntsville Alabama, you understand the frustration as you search for relief. Professional athletes, weekend warriors, and those who just love outdoor sports can all attest to how this directly affects daily activities.

To help grow your knowledge and seek comfort, here are 6 common causes of front knee pain, also known as anterior knee pain.

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Emily Vasquez – Athlete of the Week – March 2018

Congratulations to Emily Vasquez from St. John Paul II Catholic High School. Our Athlete of the Week for March 2018.

 

 

Emily Vasquez
St. John Paul II Catholic High School
Swimming / Cross Country
GPA: 4.5

-Varsity Team Captain / 4x School Record Holder / Led Team to State and Back-to-Back 2nd Place Finishes
-National German and Latin Honor Society / 4-Year Honor Roll / Gold Medalist-National German & Latin Exams
-Swim Instructor – Inner-City Learning Center & Dolphin Aquatic Special Needs Swimming / Tech & Nurse Asst. – Huntsville Hospital / Manna House Volunteer

Jared Jones – Athlete of the Week – March 2018

Congratulations to Jared Jones from Covenant Christian Academy.  Our Athlete of the Week for March 2018.

 

 

Jared Jones
Covenant Christian Academy, 4.0 GPA
Basketball / Soccer

-Varsity Basketball starter and Co-Captain / Varsity Soccer Team / Wendy’s High School Heisman – School Winner
-National Merit Scholarship Program – Commended Student / National Math Honors Society / President – Eta Sigma Alpha
-Alabama Boys State Delegate / CASA & Habitat for Humanity Volunteer / Church & Mission Trip Volunteer

Kobie Melton – Athlete of the Week – March 2018

Congratulations to Kobie Melton from Athens High School. Our Athlete of the Week for March 2018.

 

 

Kobie Melton
Athens High School, 4.28 GPA
Swimming

-3x State Champion / 2x State Record Holder / Team Captain / USA National Qualifier
-Beta Club Member / “A” Honor Roll / 2x Scholastic All-American / National Honor Society
-Volunteer Teacher-Helper / Huntsville Humane Society Volunteer / Swim Instructor