People of all ages can suffer a distal radius fracture (broken wrist) for a wide variety of reasons, from sports injuries on the field to falls and accidents at home. However, the specific rehabilitation needs of a patient with a broken wrist can also vary... Read More
The importance of preparing your body for any athletic activity or workout simply cannot be over-emphasized. Many common injuries among weekend warriors and recreational athletes can be easily prevented by taking the time to adequately stretch and/or warm up. In the following video, Kevin McGuinness,... Read More
Our posture is something we don’t think about much or believe has much importance. However, poor posture can lead to back, shoulder, and neck pain; headaches; digestive problems, and other issues. In this video, Eric Liu, PT, DPT, COMT of the SMARTherapy at Washington Orthopaedic and... Read More
Washington D.C. is a frequent entry on “Most Bike-Friendly Cities in America” lists across the media landscape.1 With over 50 miles of bike lanes on city streets,2 hundreds of miles of paved bike trails, bicycle tours of the monuments, and a bike share service with... Read More
Why one ACL is jealous of the other By Gabriel Bojanini I’m an average, fun-loving 25-year old who is obsessed with playing basketball. It’s something I try to do every day if possible. If I’m not playing basketball, then I’m lifting in the gym, running,... Read More
By Alissa Gordon Sports have always been an important part of my life. I played field hockey and lacrosse competitively in college; today, outside of work, I’m a CrossFit coach and an Olympic weightlifter. Overall, I take really good care of myself. However, I recently... Read More
With winter finally over and spring in full swing, thousands of Washington DC-area runners will be dusting off their running shoes this month and hitting the trails. Running is one of the most popular forms of exercise in the United States and, according to the... Read More
Basilar joint arthritis (arthritis of the basilar joint at the base of the thumb) is an extremely common problem that can be very debilitating. In the post, I will discuss arthritis in general and its causes, and will specifically discuss basilar joint arthritis—also known as... Read More
So you’re ready to have your knee replaced. You’re tired of the pain and stiffness that affects your daily activity caused by your arthritic knee. Total knee replacement surgery is your best option, but you’ve heard horror stories about the pain from your friends—and you’re... Read More
Myofascial pain syndrome is a fairly common pain disorder among adults. With this condition, pressure on sensitive areas in muscles can cause pain in other parts of the body. Dry needling is a manual medicine technique that treats this dysfunction. The following is a brief... Read More
It is with a grateful heart that we announce Dr. Anthony Unger’s retirement, effective December 31, 2024. As a founding member of Washington Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Dr. Unger has had the privilege of forming lasting relationships with many patients and their families. It has been a true honor for him to provide care across multiple generations, and he deeply values the trust placed in him by so many.
