Cervical endoscopic spine surgery is an ultra-minimally invasive surgical procedure that can provide immediate relief for patients suffering from arm pain, numbness and or weakness caused by a herniated disc or bulging disc. Cervical endoscopic spine surgery is used to relieve chronic pain or numbness in the arms, hands and neck. Read more about this ultra-minimally invasive procedure.…

2021 was another strange year, but that didn’t keep Drs. Blumenthal, Guyer, Shellock, and Zigler, co-directors of the Center for Disc Replacement at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery, from continuing their research and educational activities involving spine arthroplasty.…

Planning for minimally invasive knee replacement surgery? Read this to find out everything you need to know about pre-operative care, what happens during the procedure and post-operative care.…

Orthopedic problems such as pain in the ankles, knees, hips, shoulders, or back can lead to severe bone and joint problems that may cause long-term pain and inability to perform daily activities. The first line of defense for orthopedic problems include pain relievers and simple exercises. If, however, the problem doesn’t subside, it is a good idea to consult an experienced orthopedic surgeon, for which you can contact Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery – our patient navigator can connect you with a number of spine and orthopedic specialists in Plano who are on our medical staff. In this blog post, we share five simple exercises that help to keep orthopedic problems at bay. Take a look.…

The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body, it has a wide and versatile range of motion, and even a minor injury can cause a lot of discomfort in performing everyday activities. Being aware of the symptoms and causes of shoulder pain can help in early diagnosis and accurate treatment of the problem. At Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery we have several surgeons on our medical staff that offer treatment options for shoulder pain. In this blog post, we give an overview of the symptoms of shoulder pain and their causes.…

Skiing is a great sport with some amazing health benefits, but you have to be careful as it can also lead to some very serious injuries that can land you in a spine and orthopedic hospital. Several of the physicians on our medical staff treat various orthopedic related injuries and we want you to stay safe on your next ski trip. If you have been waiting for winter to arrive and to go on a ski vacation with friends and family, we advise you to follow a few safety tips that can help you avoid skiing injuries.…

Your hip joint not only bears the majority of your weight — it must do so while allowing for the wide range of motion that’s required as you walk, sit, bend, and twist. If you’re currently suffering from hip pain brought on by arthritis, injury, or wear and tear with age, you should know that Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery physicians offer both surgical and nonsurgical treatments for hip problems.   Our team is the right choice for treatment options to get you back to your active lifestyle.  Whether you need physical therapy, medication, or total hip replacement surgery, we’ll provide the solution that’s right for you.…

As an avid hiker and Master Naturalist, Stephanie was determined her hip pain wouldn't stop her from enjoying the outdoors. After putting up with the pain for several years, Stephanie sought treatment with Dr. Donald Hohman, an orthopedic surgeon on the medical staff at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery.…

Children suffering from sleep disturbances can exhibit a wide array of symptoms including hyperactivity, fatigue, frequent infections and difficulty concentrating. A sleep study is used to help determine if there is a medical reason that your child is struggling to sleep well.…

Back and neck pain are common problems that can, in some cases my require surgical intervention. There are multiple causes of back and neck pain. People who sit continuously at their workstations can be especially susceptible to experiencing various types of neck and back problems. If you have been experiencing chronic back or neck pain, you can contact Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery to get connected with an experienced neck and back pain specialist on the medical staff. The physicians on the medical staff help patients with various spine issues including herniated discs, spinal stenosis, degenerative disc disease and spinal instability. In this blog we discuss 5 common causes of neck and back pain.…