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At the Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center, we are committed to educating the community in all aspects of orthopaedics and medicine in general. We will be updating our blog regularly to inform you of the latest news in orthopaedic technology such as Regenerative Medicine (PRP and Stem Cell) and Minimally Invasive Surgery as well as non-medical topics that affect our lives just as much such as transparency in medicine. Don’t forget to follow us in social media for updates too!

March 1, 2017

Time to Play Ball: Preventing Little League Injuries

It’s almost that time of year again when kids are ready to hit the field and play baseball! It’s one of the most beloved youth sports in the U.S. and around the world and a great way for young people to get out and be active. But like all youth […]
February 1, 2017

All About Hip Fractures

When we hear about someone having a broken hip, we often think of the elderly. It’s true that while many of the over 200,000 cases of hip fractures that occur annually in the U.S. occur in patients over 60, the elderly are not the only ones who can suffer from […]
January 3, 2017
Transparent Pricing Orthopedic Center

15 Ways To Avoid Winter Sports Injuries

With cooler weather settling in, a lot of us are thinking about all of the winter sports we miss out on the rest of the year. Who can resist the siren call of the slopes, or the snow-covered hiking trails, beckoning us to leave the house and enjoy a frosty […]
December 1, 2016

Osteoarthritis & Stem Cell Therapy

Pain caused by osteoarthritis – it is one of the most common complaints we come across at Charlottesville Orthopaedic Center. Chances are that you or someone you know has experience with this degenerative condition. For some patients, the pain can be constant and brutal. We employ many different techniques to […]
November 1, 2016
Six Strategies for Taming Runner's Knee Orthopedic Services

6 Strategies for Taming Runner’s Knee

With the weather getting a bit cooler and the autumn leaves changing, now is a great time of year to go out for a run and take in the scenery. For some runners, especially those who have been a little lax in training or are taking on too much activity […]