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Resource Center

Welcome to the Resurgens Orthopaedics Resource Center, your one-stop destination for orthopaedic answers to commonly asked questions. We want to make sure everyone knows exactly what orthopaedic experts do and when it might be the right time to visit one. Most people will have an orthopaedic need at some point in life and when that time comes, we want you to have as much information as possible to make the best healthcare decisions for yourself or someone you care about.

There are a lot of options to consider and a lot of factors involved but we know that informed patients are happier patients, which leads to better patient outcomes.
That's why Resurgens Orthopaedics is striving to simplify the process for you and clear up the confusion and misperceptions that exist out there. Together, we can create the kind of healthcare treatment plan you need so you can live your best life.

Take a look below and test your orthopaedic knowledge too!

When to Seek Treatment for Neck Pain

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If you’re struggling with persistent neck pain or pain radiating down your arm, a spine specialist at Resurgens Orthopaedics is ready to recommend your best treatment options. Simple,...

How To Deal With A Sports Injury

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 A common question is "how to deal with a sports injury?"  Treatment of sports injuries is not always an easy thing to do.  Some sports injuries occur after a single,...

Postpartum Low Back Pain

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Being an expectant mother can simultaneously be a joyful time and a painful one. Many changes occur to the body during pregnancy, and while these changes are normal, some of them can leave a woman...

Ergonomics

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With more and more people working at home, creating a safe and ergonomic workspace is very important to avoid neck and back pain.

Masters Golf Stretches Tips

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Back stretches for before you hit the links.

When to Seek Treatment for Shoulder Pain

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Shoulder pain is very common.  There are a variety of causes of shoulder pain.  The pain can even originate from your neck.  Shoulder pain can be in the joint, the muscles around...

Ask the Expert: Dr Chealon Miller

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Hear from Dr. Chealon Miller, Sports Medicine Specialist, in this week's "Ask the Expert" as he highlights common shoulder and knee injuries and treatment options.

Ask the Expert: Dr. Steven Wertheim

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Hear from Dr. Steven Wertheim, sports medicine specialist, in this week's "Ask the Expert" as he highlights common sports medicine injuries and when to seek treatment.

Ask the Expert: Dr. Ryan Chen

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Hear from Dr. Ryan Chen, sports medicine specialist, in this week's "Ask the Expert" as he highlights common injuries that can occur while living an active lifestyle. Learn treatment options and...

Ask the Expert: Dr. Sami Khan Discusses Shoulder Replacement

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Do you need more information about Shoulder Replacement? Check out this week's "Ask the Expert" as knee & shoulder specialist, Dr. Sami Khan, explains what happens during a shoulder...

How To Deal With Lower Back Pain

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Almost everyone will experience low back pain at some point in their lives. The quality and duration of pain must be carefully assessed in addition to understanding how it changes with walking,...

Low Back Pain Stretches

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Stretches and advice on how to deal with low back and leg pain.

Golfer's Elbow

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Golf has a longstanding place in American tradition as one of the country’s favorite pastimes. However, the repetitive motions required by this sport can sometimes lead to pain, stiffness,...

Ask the Expert: Dr. Jason Brustein

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In this week's edition of "Ask the Expert" hear from Dr. Jason Brustein, joint replacement specialist, as he highlights common hip and knee injuries and conditions.

Hand Arthritis

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WHAT IS ARTHRITIS: Simply defined, arthritis is inflammation of one or more of your joints. At the end of each bone there is cartilage, a firm rubbery material, which allows your joints to move...

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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WHAT IS CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is numbness, tingling, and pain that occurs in your hand.  Carpal Tunnel Syndrome occurs when a specific nerve, known as the median...

Texter's Thumb

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WHAT IS TEXTERS THUMB: Texter’s thumb also known as “Gamers thumb” or “Smartphone Thumb” is formally called De Quervain Tenosynovitis. It is the painful swelling of...

3 Main Causes of Hand Pain

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Hand pain can limit your participation in and enjoyment of many daily activities, including work, household chores and exercise. With numerous causes of pain or swelling in the hands, it's...

Ask the Expert: Dr. Brooks Ficke Discusses Trigger Finger

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Are you suffering from a painful clicking or locking when you bend or straighten your finger? Check out this week's "Ask the Expert" as hand and wrist specialist, Dr. Brooks Ficke, explains signs...

Dr. Frank Joseph Explains Dupuytren's Disease

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In this week's edition of "Ask the Expert" hear from Dr. Frank Joseph, Hand and Upper Extremity Specialist, as he highlights the diagnosis and treatment of dupuytren's contracture or dupuytren's...

Ask the Expert: Dr. Sravan Dhulipala

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This week we're highlighting common hand and wrist injuries and conditions. Let's hear from hand and upper extremity specialist, Dr. Sravan Dhulipala.

What is Needle Aponeurotomy?

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What is Needle Aponeurotomy? And how can it help people with Dupuytren's Contracture? This week's "Ask the Expert" is Hand & Wrist specialist, Dr. Frank R. Joseph, explaining what Needle...

Ask the Expert: Dr. Hank Holliger Discusses Carpal Tunnel Surgery

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What are your expectations for Carpal Tunnel procedure? Check out this week's "Ask the Expert" as Hand & Wrist specialist, Dr. E. Hank Holliger, explains what happens during and after a...

When to See a Doctor for Knee Pain

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Knee pain is a very common condition.  There can be a variety of causes of your knee pain.  These can range from a simple strain, to a ligament tear such as an ACL tear, or even a...

3 Most Common Causes of Ankle Pain

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Like other joints, the ankle can be susceptible to a range of injuries or afflictions. If you are dealing with ankle pain, it’s important to first understand the root cause of your specific...

Your Amazing Feet

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Although it may often be taken for granted, your foot is a marvel of evolution. It is a complex mechanism capable of handling the hundreds of tons of force generated by your movement every...

Total Ankle Replacement

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Total Ankle Replacements (TARs) have been in use since the 1970s. TARs were fraught with complications and were largely unsuccessful. But over the last forty years through many generations of the...

Ask the Expert: Dr. Womack

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Check out this week's "Ask the Expert" with Dr. Shay Womack as he discusses non-surgical and surgical treatment options for the foot and ankle. Learn from Dr. Womack, a foot and ankle expert, how...

Ask The Expert: Scott Steffey, ATC

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Hear from Scott Steffey, ATC, Athletic Trainer, in this week's "Ask the Expert" as he explains the Rehab process and Foot and Ankle Rehabilitation.

Ask the Expert: Dr. Michael Clark

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Check out Dr. Clark's tips to help prevent common runner injuries of the foot and ankle.

Ask the Expert: Dr. Phillip Walton, Jr.

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In this weeks edition of "Ask the Expert", hear from Dr. Phillip Walton, Jr., foot and ankle specialist with Resurgens Orthopaedics. He explains the severity of ankle sprains and what the...

What Is An Orthopaedist?

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The term orthopaedist is often misunderstood or misused by the general public. What exactly is an orthopaedist? Well, if you’re struggling with any joint or bone pain from the neck down,...

Why Resurgens

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Resurgens Orthopaedics is the most trusted medical practice for musculoskeletal care in Georgia with 24 locations all around the metro area we're there for you no matter where you live a...

24 Convenient Locations

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At Resurgens Orthopaedics, we make sure seeing one of our orthopaedic specialists is simple and convenient for all patients. With 24 Resurgens locations across metro Atlanta, it’s never...

Best Orthopaedic Surgeons

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Nobody looks forward to surgery, and the truth is that many orthopaedic ailments can be treated with less invasive approaches. But if the time for surgery comes, you want to feel confident that...

Orthopaedics Isn't Just For Surgery

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Treating your joint and muscle pain does not always require surgery. In fact, the specialists at Resurgens Orthopaedics usually try other approaches first. Schedule an appointment with Resurgens...

How To Choose An Orthopaedist

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When choosing an orthopaedist, you want to feel confident and informed about your decision. It’s a big decision! At Resurgens Orthopaedics, our orthopaedic specialists have comprehensive...

Do I Need An Orthopaedist?

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If you’re living with severe or chronic pain in your joints our muscles, it may be time to consult with a specialist. In this video, Dr. Christopher S. Blanchard of Resurgens Orthopaedics...

No Referral? No Problem!

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Suffering from bone, muscle, or joint pain but don’t have a referral to see a Resurgens Orthopaedics specialist? No problem. Save time and money by simply scheduling an...

Do I Need a Referral?

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At Resurgens Orthopaedics, prospective patients often ask if they need a referral from a primary-care doctor before seeing an orthopaedist. We always appreciate referrals, and you often...

Virtual After-Hours Access

Resurgens Orthopaedics has partnered with the HURT! app to offer FREE virtual after-hours access to orthopedic specialists right when you need it.

Download the app to receive immediate guidance on your injury.