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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Modern Treatment Options

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Modern Treatment Options Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is one of the most common hand and wrist conditions, affecting millions of Americans each year. At South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine, our Hand Center of...

July 9, 2025

Dr. Alan R. Blackburn Featured in Vero News: Insights on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

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Dr. Alan R. Blackburn Featured in Vero News: Insights on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Our own Dr. Alan R. Blackburn was recently featured in a Vero News article, offering his expert insights on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) – a condition affecting over 4 million Americans. The article discusses the evolving treatment options for CTS,...

February 9, 2024

Common Pickleball Injuries and How To Avoid Them

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Common Pickleball Injuries and How To Avoid Them

Pickleball is a racquet sport that combines elements of tennis, badminton, and table tennis. Played on a smaller court, it requires quick lateral movements, pivoting, jumping, and repetitive arm motions. It’s essential to understand the physical demands of the game...

July 28, 2023

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Telemedicine Appointments Now Available

Wherever an orthopaedic injury may occur, orthopaedic telemedicine appointments are now available to connect you to one of our Orthopaedic specialists at South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine. South Florida Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine is the first and the only...

March 26, 2020

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What Is Basilar Thumb Arthritis?

Basilar thumb arthritis typically occurs with aging or from a previous injury or trauma. The disease results when cartilage wears away from the ends of the bones that form the joint at the base of the thumb (called the carpometacarpal...

September 19, 2019

We are Now the Official Florida Orthopaedic Physicians of the New York Mets

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We are Now the Official Florida Orthopaedic Physicians of the New York Mets

We are proud to announce that we have partnered with the New York / St. Lucie Mets as the Official Florida Orthopaedic Physicians of the 2019 spring training and minor league season. “Our entire team is incredibly excited to serve...

February 21, 2019

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Tennis Injury Prevention Tips

Before you grab your racquet and hit the court, remember that proper warm-ups are essential for maintaining muscular integrity and joint health, not to mention avoiding muscle cramps, strains, and post-match soreness and stiffness. Warm up tip #1: Cardiovascular Activity...

November 13, 2018

Bilateral Thumb Surgery Patient Testimonial: Removing Pain from Thumb Arthritis

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Bilateral Thumb Surgery Patient Testimonial: Removing Pain from Thumb Arthritis

What Is Thumb Arthritis? What Are Non-Surgical Treatments for Thumb Arthritis? How Is Thumb CMC Arthroplasty Performed? What Happens After Thumb Surgery? Whether from bone fractures, congenital deformities, or degenerative diseases, severe hand conditions can be debilitating and prevent one...

October 4, 2018

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Tradition Location Now Open

We are excited to announce the opening of our newest location in the heart of St. Lucie county’s Tradition community at 9401 SW Discovery Way, Port St Lucie, FL 34987. The brand new, 30,000-square-foot state-of-the-art building offers regularly scheduled appointments...

June 27, 2018

Can You Be Awake During Carpal Tunnel Surgery?

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Can You Be Awake During Carpal Tunnel Surgery?

What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? What Are the Benefits of Wide-Awake Surgery for Carpal Tunnel? How Is Wide-Awake Carpal Tunnel Surgery Performed? What Can You Expect After Wide-Awake Carpal Tunnel Surgery? Many hand surgery procedures, including carpal tunnel surgery, can...

April 24, 2018

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Category: Hand & Wrist

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms, and Modern Treatment Options

Dr. Alan R. Blackburn Featured in Vero News: Insights on Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Common Pickleball Injuries and How To Avoid Them

Telemedicine Appointments Now Available

What Is Basilar Thumb Arthritis?

We are Now the Official Florida Orthopaedic Physicians of the New York Mets

Tennis Injury Prevention Tips

Bilateral Thumb Surgery Patient Testimonial: Removing Pain from Thumb Arthritis

Tradition Location Now Open

Can You Be Awake During Carpal Tunnel Surgery?

East Port St. Lucie Office

Hobe Sound Ortho Injury Walk-in Clinic

Jupiter Office

Stuart Office

Ortho Injury Walk-in Clinic

Tradition Office