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SPINE PHYSIATRY

2024-03-06T16:38:01-08:00

SPINE PHYSIATRY: A conversation with Dr Tina Molumphy and Dr Manoj Mohan of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine

OVERVIEW

For centuries, people with disabilities have been treated by a variety of means, including motion, manipulation, and massage, to promote health, reduce pain, and improve physical function.

Physical medicine and rehabilitation (PM&R) officially became a medical specialty in the United States in 1947 and is now recognized as essential to improved healthcare.

Physiatry in general was developed to improve overall physical function and decrease pain. Spine physiatry focuses on patients with various spine issues. The spine physiatrist is an

SPINE PHYSIATRY2024-03-06T16:38:01-08:00

Flying Doctors Medical Mission, Bahia Tortugas 

2024-02-06T14:01:46-08:00
Bahia Tortugas is a tiny fishing village on the western coast of Baja, CA, and home to about two thousand people who are served by one doctor and his “pasante” or intern. They have limited medical facilities, no functioning operating room, and none of the advanced diagnostic equipment we in the United States consider standard such as an MRI.
Bahia Tortugas, Baja California Sur, Mexico. Source: Google Maps

The dry, dusty desert town is exactly ten and a half hours’ drive south of Ensenada and ten and a half hours’ drive
Flying Doctors Medical Mission, Bahia Tortugas 2024-02-06T14:01:46-08:00

A Picture Perfect Recovery

2024-02-02T15:04:32-08:00

In preparation for wedding photos, Matthew Heffernan and his fiancée, Sophie, had been using sunscreen for weeks.  Then Matt went for a bike ride on Mount Diablo.  

On his way back down the mountain, his rear wheel locked up and he spun out.  Still protecting his face for the wedding photos, Matt put out his left hand to break his fall, and broke his wrist as well, resulting in five breaks and soft tissue damage.  “We didn’t plan for injury!” Matt laughed.

The accident happened

A Picture Perfect Recovery2024-02-02T15:04:32-08:00

EAT (RIGHT!), PRAY, LOVE

2024-01-18T14:13:58-08:00

Kevin’s weight loss journey started years ago.  His younger brother was extremely overweight which made Kevin think about his own weight.  What number would be his tipping point?  When would it be “too late”?  He decided his number was 300 pounds.

Years passed and Kevin realized that his weight had crept up on him, and he was sitting at 291 pounds.  He was prediabetic, had kidney stones and many other health issues and was in and out of doctors’ offices or the hospital with alarming frequency.   At his tipping point, Kevin began making

EAT (RIGHT!), PRAY, LOVE2024-01-18T14:13:58-08:00

Wildcats Roar

2023-11-30T14:00:08-08:00

The Los Gatos High School Wildcats football team is the CCS Division 1 Champion!

They are moving on to a California Bowl game this Saturday, November 16th 2023!
Team Dr. Kevin Murray of Golden State Orthopedics & Spine, and the GSOS team applaud their achievement.

 

 

WHAT DOES A TEAM PHYSICIAN DO?

A team physician in sports medicine plays a crucial role in the health and well-being of athletes. Their responsibilities extend beyond traditional medical roles, as they are often integral members of the sports medicine team. Here are some key

Wildcats Roar2023-11-30T14:00:08-08:00

Meniscus Root Tear

2024-01-24T09:05:50-08:00

A meniscus root tear is a type of knee injury that affects the meniscus, a C-shaped cartilage structure located in the knee joint. The meniscus has two roots that anchor it to the tibia (shinbone), and when these roots are torn or detached, it is referred to as a meniscus root tear. This injury can cause significant pain and functional impairment in the knee.

Causes

Meniscus root tears are typically caused by traumatic injuries or degenerative changes in the knee joint. Some common causes include:

  • Acute trauma: A sudden, forceful twisting or pivoting movement of the
Meniscus Root Tear2024-01-24T09:05:50-08:00

Dr Paul Mead has left GSOS

2023-08-09T10:12:04-07:00

As of August 9th, 2023, Dr Paul Mead has left our practice, but Golden State Orthopedics & Spine has fellowship-trained and board-certified orthopedic specialists throughout the bay area to serve your orthopedic needs. We provide state-of-the-art treatment for:

INJURIES | ACCIDENTS | WOUNDS | SPRAINS | STRAINS | BREAKS | JOINT PAIN | AND MORE

We help you get your life back.

In addition to our award-winning orthopedic clinics, we have two orthopedic urgent care centers in Walnut Creek and Capitola, for your convenience.

· Same-day appointments, walk-ins welcome

· Avoid the higher costs of ER visits

· Most insurances accepted

Learn more about our

Dr Paul Mead has left GSOS2023-08-09T10:12:04-07:00

The Pickleball Phenomenon

2024-01-24T09:09:41-08:00

The Pickleball Phenomenon

Pickleball is a popular new paddle sport being played throughout the Bay Area and across America. It combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong, and is played on a court that is smaller than a traditional tennis court. Pickleball can be played either indoors or outdoors, as a singles or doubles game.

Pickleball is known for its accessibility and appeal to players of all ages and skill levels. It provides a good balance of strategy, hand-eye coordination, physical activity, and social interaction, making it a popular choice for

The Pickleball Phenomenon2024-01-24T09:09:41-08:00

Trochanteric Bursitis of the Hip

2024-03-18T13:17:19-07:00

A bursa is a small, fluid-filled sac which acts as a gliding surface, reducing friction in the movement of the larger joints in the body. They may act singly or in groups (bursae) to help your bones, tendons, muscles, and skin slid easily across each other as you move and bend.

Bursitis is irritation or inflammation of the bursa. Trochanteric bursitis (greater trochanteric pain syndrome or GTPS) is inflammation of the bursa that lies between bone and muscle in the hip. Hip bursitis can affect anyone, but women, middle-aged, and elderly people are more likely to develop it. In most cases, bursitis

Trochanteric Bursitis of the Hip2024-03-18T13:17:19-07:00

XLIF Procedure

2023-11-30T13:58:04-08:00

We’re going talk a little bit about the lateral interbody fusion. Another name for this procedure is the XLIF procedure. This is a procedure in which we access the spine via a lateral flank incision. This provides direct access to the spine with minimal tissue dissection. 

This video will illustrate a little bit more about this technique.

The back is made up of a number of small bones called vertebrae. Cushioning discs present between the vertebrae act as

XLIF Procedure2023-11-30T13:58:04-08:00

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