If you've sprained your ankle, you know what severe pain is. But maybe that sprain was a strain or possibly even a break. The amount of pain in each case can be virtually equal. So, oftentimes the only way to find out what you have is to see a healthcare provider., Just the facts, Here are some facts on musculoskeletal injuries:, Sprains , are a stretch or tear of a ligament, the tissue connecting 2 bones. Ligaments stabilize and support the body's joints. For example, ligaments in the knee connect the upper leg with the lower leg. This lets you walk and run., Strains , are a twist, pull, or tear of a muscle and sometimes a tendon. Tendons are cords of tissue that connect muscles to bones., Breaks, are a fracture, chip, or complete break in bone, often caused by accidents, sports injuries, or bone weakness. Read full story To learn more about our Sports Medicine practice, visit: UTHealthCare.org/SportsMedicine or to make an appointment, call 210-567-7678 . Online Medical Reviewer: L Renee Watson MSN RN Online Medical Reviewer: Rahul Banerjee MD Online Medical Reviewer: Raymond Turley Jr…
Spinal stenosis is a condition in which the spinal canal narrows and pinches the nerves, resulting in back and leg pain. Spinal stenosis often occurs in older adults, although younger people who are born with a small spinal canal may also develop symptoms. Want to learn more about the condition and what treatments are recommended? Watch the video To learn more about the Spine Center at UT Health…
What are stress fractures of the foot?, A stress fracture is a very small, fine break in the bone caused by continuous overuse. While stress fractures can occur in many bones that are subjected to repetitive activities, the bones of the legs and feet are at greatest risk. The bones in the midfoot (metatarsals) in runners are especially at risk for stress fractures., What causes stress fractures of the foot?, A sudden increase in physical activity is often the cause of stress fractures in feet. The increase can be either in the frequency or the intensity of movement. Examples include such things as increasing the number of days you exercise from 2 to 4, or running 3 miles instead of your usual 1 mile. Stress fractures often occur in the foot after training for basketball, running, and other sports as…
Construction crews are busy off the southeast corner of 1604 and Kyle Seale Parkway where UT Health San Antonio’s newest outpatient and surgery center continues to take shape. The outer shell of the five-story building is in place and UT Health at Kyle Seale Parkway is another step closer to providing expert primary, specialty and outpatient surgical care to our northwest side community. Leaders…
Anatomy of the foot, The foot is one of the most complex parts of the body. It's made up of 26 bones connected by many joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The foot is at risk of many stresses. Foot problems can cause pain, inflammation, or injury. These problems can result in limited movement and mobility., What are the different types of foot problems?, Foot pain is often caused by incorrect foot function. Shoes that don't fit well can make foot problems worse and, in some cases, cause them. Shoes that fit correctly and give good support can prevent irritation to the foot joints and skin. There are many types of foot problems that affect the heels, toes, nerves, tendons, ligaments, and joints of the foot. The symptoms of foot problems may look…, What are heel spurs?, A heel spur is a bone growth on the heel bone. It's often located on the underside of the heel bone where it attaches to the plantar fascia. This is a long band of connective tissue running from the heel to the ball of the foot. This connective tissue holds the arch together and acts as a shock absorber during activity. The plantar fascia can be overstretched from running, wearing poor-fitting…
Bringing home your perfect bundle of joy is one of the most exciting parts of life. Ensure you feel confident with taking care of your newborn and read more about infant care and breastfeeding in our Health Library . Take the quiz and see how much you know about the benefits of breastfeeding. OB/GYN and Maternal Fetal Medicine services are now available at our new UT Health Converse location. …
Read the San Antonio Woman article Sudha Seshadri, MD, professor of neurology and founding director of the Glenn Biggs Institute for Alzheimer's & Neurodegenerative Diseases at UT Health San Antonio, shares her story about why she chose her career in medicine and her hopes for medical advances in treating Alzheimer's disease, a form of dementia. Seshadri discusses how there are already many…
Dr. Alex Papanastassiou , a neurosurgeon at UT Health San Antonio, gives an overview of deep brain stimulation and explains how DBS treats patients with Parkinson’s disease, essential tremor or epilepsy. This KENS 5 Medical Minute is a collaboration between UT Health San Antonio and KENS 5.
Relocation Map for Behavioral Health and Wellness Center We are excited to announce that our new, Behavioral Health and Wellness Center will be opening this September. Located at 5788 Eckhert Road, this 70,000 square foot building will house many of UT Health San Antonio's psychiatry practices., Please note the relocation date and contact number for the practices that will be moving to the Behavioral Health and Wellness Center., relocatingpsych If you are a patient at any of these locations, there will be no interruption in your care. If you have an appointment scheduled at any of these practices, it will remain on the same day, at the same time - but at the Behavioral Health and Wellness Center. You may view past and upcoming appointment details by logging into your MyChart account at www.UTHealthCare.org/MyChart .
The first step to fighting social media addiction is understanding it. Learn the signs of social media addiction, who’s most at risk and how to take back control in this article from MySanAntonio.com Our Psychiatry and Behavioral Health practice is here to help children, adolescents and adults. Call 210-450-6450 to request an appointment. This article is part of a wellness series developed…