The POA team is incredibly proud to announce that our Hillsborough Office will start seeing Urgent Care requests starting June 3rd! We understand that life happens, and sometimes you need access to a world-class, board-certified orthopaedist sooner than later. That's why we are offering Urgent Care services at many of our POA locations, but now starting in Hillsborough!

Orthopaedic physicians often deal with what we call "referred pain." Referred pain' is a common yet often misunderstood. Referred pain is a type of pain perceived at a location different from its source. While primary pain is felt directly where it originates, referred pain can seemingly mislead the sufferers about the actual location of their […]

Elbow pain is any discomfort or pain that is located in or around the elbow joint. It can be caused by a variety of factors such as overuse, injury, or medical conditions such as arthritis. Overuse injuries are often seen in individuals who perform repetitive motions or activities, such as tennis players or construction workers. Traumatic injuries, such as dislocations or fractures, are also a common cause of elbow pain.

PRP or Platelet-rich plasma injections are a great alternative to medication or surgery. These injections contain concentrated platelets, red blood cells, and other natural ingredients that help heal the body. In this article, we will discuss everything you need to know about PRP injections and how they can help treat joint pain effectively.

From broken bones to sprains, it pays to know which medical facilities are best equipped to handle this type of emergency situation – that’s why we want you to understand why our clinic is the perfect choice for all sorts of urgent care needs related to orthopedics. We want to provide you with information about common injuries, symptoms and causes associated with acute musculoskeletal conditions, as well as how quick access to expert services can make a critical difference in getting fast relief and healing potential.

Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome (PFPS) is a common knee condition that often affects active people, especially runners. It is also known as "runner's knee" due to its frequent occurrence in athletes and other individuals who engage in high-impact activities. The pain associated with PFPS typically occurs around the front of the knee joint, where the kneecap rests on the lower end of the thigh bone.

Ankle pain can be a frustrating and debilitating condition, making it difficult to participate in daily activities that require mobility. Understanding the symptoms, causes and risk factors associated with ankle pain is an important step in finding a solution.

Trochanteric Bursitis is a condition in which the bursa, a small fluid-filled sac, located on the outer side of our hip joint becomes inflamed.

Sciatic pain, often referred to as sciatica, is a prevalent and sometimes debilitating condition that originates from the sciatic nerve – the largest and longest nerve in the human body.

Psoriatic arthritis is a chronic, autoimmune disorder that occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues, specifically targeting the joints and skin.