Author: The Orthopaedic Center (TOC)

Chris Kang – Athlete Of The Week – January 2023

Congratulations to Chris Kang from James Clemens High School.  He is the TOC Sports and Huntsville Hospital Sports Center Athlete of the Week for January 2023!

 

 

 

Chris Kang

James Clemens High School

Football

4.0 GPA

 

 

– Varsity Football  Team Member / Varsity Football Team Captain / Starter on First Undefeated Team in School History

-“A” Honor Roll Member / National Honors Society Member / Red Cross Club Member / Scholar Athlete Award Winner

-High School Football Camp Volunteer / Angel Tree Volunteer / Nursing Home Volunteer and Performer

Citywide Physical Exams – Saturday, January 7th @ Godspeed Jones Valley

We hope everyone had an amazing holiday break and made it through the wild weather unscathed.  With a new year brings many changes, but one thing that you can always count on is our commitment to the health and safety of all student-athletes in North Alabama. That is why we are proud to announce that in conjunction with Godspeed-Jones Valley, Huntsville Hospital Sports Center and TOC Sports will be hosting our Spring Sports Citywide Physicals:

Saturday, January 7th from 8:00-10:00am at the Godspeed facility in Jones Valley

This is an amazing opportunity for your athletes to renew their physical exams for the upcoming season and have it updated for the next 12 months. This is also a great time for any NEW athletes to complete their pre-participation physical exam prior to the start of their new season.

In an effort to save parents and students time, TOC has provided an updated AHSAA Physical Exam Form that can be accessed from the “Patient” menu at the top of our webpage; followed by clicking on “Forms and Policies”. You are welcome to print it out at your convenience.

We are happy to be able to care for our community and scholastic-athletes through these events and programs, and look forward to serving you this coming Saturday.

Faith Burgess – Athlete Of The Week – January 2023

Congratulations to Faith Burgess from Priceville High School.  She is the TOC Sports and Huntsville Hospital Sports Center Athlete of the Week for January 2023!

 

 

 

Faith Burgess

Priceville High School

Majorette / Baton / Band

4.23 GPA

 

 

-3-Year HS Majorette Captain / Highly Decorated Competitive Twirler w/ multiple awards and titles / Honor Band Participant

-National Society of HS Scholars / National Honors Society / EDGE Leadership Program (Morgan Co) / FCCLA Member

-4X Presidential Volunteer Award Winner – Earning 100+ Hours / Church Youth Group Volunteer / Baton & Dance Instructor

Spine Care at TOC: We have your back!

It’s common knowledge that the spine serves many essential functions: it helps you stand tall, sit comfortably, and move with ease. Whether you are a football player or a retired school teacher, spine injuries can be devastating. Nobody likes to have a “pain in the back.”  You want to take good care of your spine to maintain quality of life, mobility, and independence.

Some common and not-so-common spine issues:

Issues with discs. Injuries can occur in any section of your spine: Neck (cervical), Thoracic (mid-back), and/or Lumbar (lower back). These discs can herniate, tear, and degenerate. The causes of such injuries vary greatly. Degeneration and tears can happen with normal wear and tear from aging, while herniation can result from lifting, twisting, pulling, or some other movement.

Pinched nerves. A nerve can become pinched if there’s too much pressure on it. That can be the result of something pushing on it, like muscle, tendon, cartilage, or even bone. When a nerve is pinched, it can cause tingling, numbness, or discomfort.

Sciatica. The sciatic nerve runs along your back and down to the legs. When that nerve sustains an injury, it can become very uncomfortable. Pain can be felt in the back, legs, and bottom, and the discomfort has been known to hinder common regular motion.

Scoliosis. Kids, adolescents, and those who have arthritis might find that their spine has developed an abnormal curve. This curve can create pressure and discomfort that may affect the back and lower extremities.

There are multiple approaches, both surgical and non-surgical, that can treat these spinal issues. TOC physicians Blake Boyett, Larry Parker, John Rodriguez-Feo, Brian Scholl, Morris Seymour, and Murray Spruiell handle surgical options to address spinal issues; and physicians Hunter Boyett, Brian Carter, Jason Hatfield, Craig Lincoln, and Saranya Nadella specialize in non-surgical interventions for spinal issues. Physicians Steven Buckley, Corey Burke, and Michael Lawley, TOC’s pediatric orthopaedic specialists, treat spine issues in children ages newborn to 14.

Non-surgical approaches include:

Bracing. Some patients find stability and comfort in a corset-like brace. The brace goes around the back and stomach and can provide additional support where needed.

Injections. Several forms of injections can bring relief. Facet injection is primarily performed for chronic neck and back pain due to spondylarthrosis. An epidural injection may relieve radiating arm or leg pain caused when a nerve in the spine is inflamed or compressed (“pinched nerve”).

Medication. Pain and inflammation can often be managed with prescription and over-the-counter medications. These may include steroids and narcotics.

Physical Therapy. With exercise, active therapy, massage, electrical stimulation, heat, ice, or ultrasound, trained practitioners can help alleviate spinal discomfort.

Pay attention to your posture and stretch regularly. Move carefully, with intention, and watch for signs your spine might need attention.

 

At TOC, we have your back and are here if you need us.

 

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Tyson Sexton – Athlete Of The Year – December 2022

Congratulations to Tyson Sexton from Scottsboro High School.  He is the TOC Sports and Huntsville Hospital Sports Center Athlete of the Week for December 2022!

 

 

 

 

Tyson Sexton

Scottsboro High School

Basketball / Track

4.0 GPA

 

-2X All-Area and All-Regional Basketball Team Member / 3rd Team All-State / Top-5 Scorers in School History / Varsity Track

-“A” Honor Roll Member / National Honor Society Member / Beta Club Member / 6-Time Gold Card Recipient

-Boys State Member / Alan Lott Award for Outstanding Character / “I Dare You” Leadership Winner for Service

Sofia Roberts – Athlete Of The Week – December 2022

Congratulations to Sofia Roberts from Grissom High School.  She is the TOC Sports and Huntsville Hospital Sports Center Athlete of the Week for December 2022!

 

 

 

Sofia Roberts

Grissom High School

Swimming

4.44 GPA

 

-Top 3 in 100M Breaststroke for 3 Years / 2021 State Champ (100M Breaststroke) / Junior National Swim Meet Participant

-Top 2% of Graduating Class / A Honor Roll / National Honor Society Member/ Jr Civitan Member / HOSA State Qualifier

-“Swim 4 Success” Volunteer (Swim lessons to less fortunate kids) / Kidney Foundation volunteer / ASL for Innovative Teens

Maddox Dorning – Athlete Of The Week – December 2022

Congratulations to Maddox Dorning from Ardmore High School. He is the TOC Sports and Huntsville Hospital Sports Center Athlete of the Week for December 2022!

 

 

 

Maddox Dorning

Ardmore High School

Football / Basketball

3.95 GPA

 

– 2x All-County & All-Area Basketball Team member / 2x All-County Tournament Basketball / Varsity Football Starter & Captain

-A/B Honor Roll Member / Beta Club member / Voted as AP Scholar

-First National Student Advisory Board member (Community Service Project) / Student Government Vice President

Bentley Black – Athlete Of The Week – December 2022

Congratulations to Bentley Black from Priceville High School. She is the TOC Sports and Huntsville Hospital Sports Center Athlete of the Week for December 2022!

 

 

Bentley Black

Priceville High School

Softball / Cheer / Track

4.4 GPA

 

 

-5 Years Varsity Softball Player / AHSAA All State Player / Cheer Captain / 6-Time UCA All-American Cheerleader / State Track

-Top 10 Class Ranking while Dually Enrolled / National Honor Society Member / Highest AP English & Chemistry Averages

-Edge Student Leadership Program (Morgan Co.) / Youth Leadership Development Program Member / Student Council Volunteer