In this episode of The OrthoZone Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Lee DiPrinzio for a two-part series on orthopedic elbow fundamentals. In Part One, the discussion covers essential elbow anatomy, common types of elbow fractures, and an in-depth look at the “terrible triad” injury. Part Two will focus on elbow sports injuries and arthritis, rounding out a comprehensive overview of the elbow!

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Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Tri County Orthopedics. Any medical advice or treatment recommendations discussed should always be reviewed with your own healthcare provider. This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Links:

Tri-County Orthopedics Website: https://www.tri-countyortho.com

Dr. DiPrinzio Bio: https://www.tri-countyortho.com/doctors/eliseo-lee-diprinzio-md

Dr. DiPrinzio recommended links on elbows:

Time Stamps:

[:33] Intro and Dr. DiPrinzio’s training

[1:45] Elbow anatomy

[3:38 ] How often Dr. DiPrinzio sees elbow patients

[4:40] Fractures

[5:01] Radial head fractures

[6:37] Olecranon fractures

[8:49] Distal humerus fractures

[10:50] Most common fracture

[11:13 ] Terrible triad injury

[14:00] Outro

In this episode of The OrthoZone Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Jonathan Shearin, one of Tri-County Orthopedics’ leading hand and upper-extremity specialists. In this episode, Dr. Shearin dives deep into all things tennis elbow. He talks everything from anatomy and symptoms to diagnosis, treatment options, surgical considerations, and more.

Whether you're dealing with tennis elbow yourself, treating patients, or just curious about this common condition, this conversation is packed with valuable insights from an expert in the field.

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We’re excited to introduce you to our world-class team and look forward to being a trusted source of information and inspiration on your journey to better health.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Tri County Orthopedics. Any medical advice or treatment recommendations discussed should always be reviewed with your own healthcare provider. This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Links:

More information on Tennis Elbow: https://orthoinfo.aaos.org/en/diseases--conditions/tennis-elbow-lateral-epicondylitis/

Tri County Orthopedics Website: https://www.tri-countyortho.com

Dr. Shearin Bio: https://www.tri-countyortho.com/doctors/claudia-l-ginsberg-md

Time Stamps:

[:33] Introduction & what is lateral epicondylitis?

[2:20] Why is it called Tennis Elbow? What causes it at the microscopic level?

[3:54] Signs & symptoms

[5:15] Diagnosing tennis elbow

[6:22] Ruling out other diagnoses

[7:34] Conservative treatment options

[10:42] Injections

[12:26] How successful are the conservative treatment options?

[14:27] Surgical discussion & recovery

[17:24] New research or technology

[20:34] Mistakes people make when trying to treat tennis elbow, most common question Dr. Shearin gets

[22:03] Advice for those who play racket sports

In this episode of The OrthoZone Podcast, Dr. Hunt sits down with orthopedic sports medicine specialist Dr. Claudia Ginsberg to discuss one of the most common yet often misunderstood shoulder conditions Adhesive Capsulitis, otherwise known as Frozen Shoulder.

Together, they unpack what frozen shoulder is, why it happens, how to recognize its symptoms, and the steps involved in diagnosis and treatment. Dr. Ginsberg also shares why this challenging condition has become one of her favorite problems to treat, offering insights and practical tips for both clinicians and patients.

Tune in to learn what’s really going on when a shoulder “freezes up”, and how the right approach can help restore motion and quality of life.

Make sure to hit subscribe so you're notified as soon as new episodes drop. And don’t forget to share the podcast with friends, family, or anyone who might benefit from expert orthopedic insight.

You can also follow us on Instagram and Facebook @tricountyorthopedics to stay up to date with the latest news and upcoming episodes.

We’re excited to introduce you to our world-class team and look forward to being a trusted source of information and inspiration on your journey to better health.

Disclaimer: The opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the individual speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of Tri County Orthopedics. Any medical advice or treatment recommendations discussed should always be reviewed with your own healthcare provider. This podcast is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Links:

More information on Frozen Shoulder: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30811157/

Tri County Orthopedics Website: https://www.tri-countyortho.com

Dr. Ginsberg Bio: https://www.tri-countyortho.com/doctors/claudia-l-ginsberg-md

Dr. Hunt Bio: https://www.tri-countyortho.com/doctors/stephen-hunt-md

Time Stamps:

[:56] Topic introduction

[1:14] What is Adhesive Capsulitis (frozen shoulder), which demographic gets it? Common signs of frozen shoulder

[2:52] What does “capsulitis” mean? Are there known triggers for frozen shoulder?

[4:45] Endocrine discussion

[5:37] Diagnosing frozen shoulder, range of motion

[8:00] Imaging & counseling patients

[10:15] 3 phases of frozen shoulder & treatment

[11:32] Oral medications, cortisone injections, physical therapy

[13:25] MRI

[14:33] Alternative treatments: saline, PRP

[15:50] Surgery

[17:58] Why Dr. Ginsberg likes to treat frozen shoulder, reoccurrence