It happens. Rotator cuffs wear out. Because most rotator cuff tears are caused by normal wear and tear that comes with aging, people over 40 are at a higher risk...
Feb 27th, 2020
It happens. Rotator cuffs wear out. Because most rotator cuff tears are caused by normal wear and tear that comes with aging, people over 40 are at a higher risk...
In 1981, a young Herschel Walker admitted to studying ballet at the University of Georgia. According to Walker, “Ballet really works your body. Most people (not just guys) don’t have the guts to step into a ballet class...
When ankle arthritis and pain makes life unbearable it may be time to consider ankle replacement surgery. While the path to ankle replacement differs for everyone, the odds for returning to everyday activities and being pain free following surgery are...
What is Regenerative Medicine? By now most people have heard about regenerative medicine (also known as orthobiologics.) Regenerative medicine is a field of musculoskeletal care that aims to use the body’s own natural healing response to treat...
As one of the most successful procedures in all of medicine, total knee replacements in the U.S. are expected to rise 673 percent by 2030. Perimeter Orthopedics’ surgeon, Dr. Daniel Nicholson is now offering his patients a highly advanced procedure...
Winter is coming to a close, and that means back to playing tennis in Atlanta. But if you’re experiencing lingering pain from lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), you may need to be patient awhile longer...
Diagnosing your injuries just became more accurate, faster and easier at Perimeter Orthopaedics. Our new MRI, conveniently located in our clinic, provides our patients with high resolution imaging without having to go off site...
Did you know wearing tight, narrow, high-heeled shoes can aggravate bunions? A bunion (medical term: hallux valgus) is a bony prominence that develops at the joint at the base of the big toe...
It’s been confirmed that San Francisco 49ers quarterback, Jimmy Garoppolo, tore his ACL in the game against Kansas City on 9/23 taking him out of the game for the season. And while Coach Kyle Shanahan is confident he’ll come back next year, physicians...
Plantar Fasciitis is the most common cause of heel pain. Approximately 10% of people will suffer from this condition during their lifetime. Runners and people who are on their feet every day all day are at a greater risk...
Step into Standing CT and get the most accurate diagnosis for your injury. Perimeter Orthopaedics is the only practice in North Atlanta that offers true 3d weight bearing CT imaging of the foot and ankle...
Even though Atlanta lacks a major league hockey team, plenty of locals still love the sport. So here’s a few tips to help you prevent injuries and stay in the game courtesy of Pro Stock Hockey.
1. Protect your knees and back when gardening or working outdoors: Kneeling on a cushion or using tools with extenders can make yard work more enjoyable and help prevent muscle strain...
Modern ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction techniques have led to a steep decline in the rate of re-rupture of the reconstructed ACL. However, several factors can increase the risk of re-injury...
Ever wonder why professional athletes heal so quickly? Team doctors consider a variety of therapies, from conservative to holistic to emerging, to get their patients back in the game...
Can you guess the top 12 sports with injuries that resulted in trips to the E.R? It’s worth noting that in most cases a popular sport will cause more injuries. Injury data does not show the number of injuries per player; ...
What does a violinist; butcher and dental hygienist have in common? All work in occupations that predispose them to carpal tunnel syndrome...
Millions of people play tennis in the United States and that number is growing every year. As a sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages, a growing number of baby boomers are picking up the racquet...
"The good news is that the success rate for this surgery is high, with a 10 year success rate of 90-95%" What Does “Minimally Invasive” Mean? ...
Perimeter Outpatient Surgical Associates (POSA) has achieved re-accreditation by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care (AAAHC). Accreditation distinguishes orthopedic ambulatory surgery centers from ...