Sometimes it’s obvious your child may be struggling to get a good night’s rest. If your child is showing signs of disturbed sleep – such as trouble falling or staying asleep, snoring, difficulty waking up in the morning or staying awake during the day they may benefit from a pediatric sleep evaluation. Other signs like hyperactivity, frequent infections or trouble concentrating may also indicate your child could benefit from a sleep study.…

Concerned about the recovery from joint replacement surgery Ron has been putting off hip replacement surgery. But he wasn't the only family member that needed joint replacement. His wife, Cora, and son, Matt both suffered from joint pain and needed a solution too. That's when the Joint Replacement Program at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery became a family name for them.…

Unfortunately, sleep problems in children aren’t always easy to spot. Adults usually know when they’re not sleeping well; children aren’t always aware. While most adults feel drowsy or fatigued when they’re sleep deprived, children may instead exhibit hyperactivity or other unfavorable behavioral issues. Learn more about the signs that your child isn't sleeping well.…

A spinal disc is a rubbery, soft pad found between the vertebrae that make up the spine. The main function of these discs is to act as a shock absorber and help facilitate motion in the spine. The condition usually affects the neck or lower back and can lead to pain, weakness, and/or numbness. If you or a loved one is experiencing any of the mentioned herniated disc symptoms, go through this blog to learn more about the condition and available treatment options.…

Matt Korenek had always known an active lifestyle. He rode bulls in high school and college, playing some other sports in between. He and his wife work out and enjoy long walks together. But starting seven years ago, the suffering in his knee began.…

When a spinal condition got to the point of preventing Marine Corps. veteran Frank Tagle from enjoying his family, he knew he needed to do something. Frank had been told he needed to have spinal fusion surgery, but he didn't want that. He wanted to retain motion and continue to perform his physically active job. Frank took matters into his own hands and sought out disc replacement surgery at the Center for Disc Replacement at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery in Plano, Texas.…

When it comes to disc replacement surgery, we get a lot of questions. In this article Dr. Richard Guyer, orthopedic spine surgeon and co-director of the Center for Disc Replacement at Texas Health Center for Diagnostics and Surgery, answers some of the most frequently asked questions about total disc replacement surgery.…

The Fall is a great time of year to get out and enjoy the outdoors and hiking is a great way to stay active and healthy but you'll want to make sure you don't accidentally end up with an injury that could have been avoided. Drs. Chris Sakowski, Donald Hohman and Jack Zigler orthopedic surgeons on our medical staff share their tips on how to stay safe while enjoying the outdoors.…

Whether you are a seasoned tennis player or just picking up a racquet for the first time, tennis is a great way to burn some calories, have some fun and enjoy some time outside. Dr. Richard Guyer, Dr. Chris Sakowski and Dr. James Walter, all surgeons on our medical staff want to make sure you avoid injury while on the court. They are sharing the 3 most common tennis injuries and how to avoid them.…

When you are caring for a loved one the last thing you need is to suffer from a back injury. Dr. Jessica Shellock, an orthopedic spine surgeon understands this and shares tips for how you can care for your loved one and protect your back.…