Jeff Padalecki, MD - Austin Orthopedic Surgeon & Sports Medicine Specialist

03/06/2026

Knee Safety 101: The posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) sits in the center of your knee, keeping your shin in place. Common ways it gets injured:
✅ Sports falls on outstretched leg
✅ Car accidents (shin hitting the dashboard)
✅ Hyperextension injuries
https://drjeffpadaleckimd.com/knee-injuries-pcl-austin-texas/

A PCL injury occurs when the knee is bent and an object strikes the shin in a backwards motion, causing pain and swelling.

03/04/2026

When temperatures drop, everything from your shoulders to your knees can feel sore and there’s science behind it. Cold causes muscles to stiffen and joints to become more sensitive, increasing pain and discomfort. Experts explain how to alleviate this weather-related pain.

If you've noticed that your joints and muscles have been feeling sore lately, there's a reason why. Experts explain how to alleviate weather-related pain.

03/03/2026

Subacromial Impingement: How It’s Treated

Most cases start with non-surgical care: rest, NSAIDs, physical therapy, and sometimes a corticosteroid injection. Surgery is only needed if these measures don’t work.

Arthroscopic surgery can remove bone spurs or irregularities, reducing pain and helping you return to normal activities faster. Rehab is key for full recovery!

Subacromial impingement occurs when the tendons of the shoulder joint are injured as they glide against the bones and ligaments of the shoulder.

02/27/2026

02/25/2026

Did you know some hip cartilage injuries can be fixed without major surgery?
✅ Arthroscopic chondroplasty removes loose cartilage and smooths the joint
✅ Best for early-stage damage
✅ Most patients resume normal activities quickly

Ask Dr. Padalecki if this procedure is right for you!

Following chondroplasty, Dr. Padalecki may also determine that the Microfracture technique is required in order to promote the growth of new cartilage.

02/24/2026

Draft drama and unpredictability collide at the 2026 NFL Combine. This article explores the top talent, breakout stories, and the non-draft news that everyone in Indy will be discussing.

Digging into the 2026 draft class with two of the best experts in the business. Plus, the non-draft news that will be discussed in Indy.

02/19/2026

How is shoulder replacement surgery performed?

In shoulder arthroplasty, worn cartilage and damaged bone are replaced with precision metal and plastic components. These implants are secured with medical-grade cement or a press-fit technique which restores smooth, pain-free motion.

Most patients return to active, comfortable lives for years.

While highly successful, it’s typically reserved for advanced arthritis and often recommended for patients 65+.

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Shoulder replacement surgery takes the natural degenerated cartilage and bone of the shoulder joint and replaces them with metal and plastic components.

02/18/2026

A Fibular Collateral Ligament (FCL) injury isn’t always obvious—but your exam tells the story.

Dr. Padalecki assesses knee pain, stability & motion. Imaging like MRI confirms if the ligament is fully torn.
✅ Partial tear → may heal naturally (~8 weeks)
✅ Complete tear → early reconstruction may be recommended

Knowledge + timing = better recovery. https://drjeffpadaleckimd.com/fcl-knee-injury-austin-texas/

An FCL injury, such as a torn FCL, is common among athletes who perform side-to-side movements, such as hockey players.

02/17/2026

Most people read Huckleberry Finn.
They decided to live it.

This couple just completed a 2,300-mile canoe journey from Montana to Louisiana — five months drifting through rivers, weather, wildlife, and history.

From near Canada… all the way to the Gulf.

That’s commitment to the adventure.

Inspired by their shared love for the Mark Twain novel “Huckleberry Finn” and the desire for a great American adventure, a couple just finished their five-month canoe journey. It took them thousands of miles from Montana to Louisiana.

02/15/2026

🇺🇸 USA vs 🌍 World.
NBA All-Star Game. First of its kind.
You’re the GM.

Pick 5 Americans who can take down the World’s best.
Who’s starting? Who’s your closer?

02/11/2026

Dr. Padalecki offers advanced treatment for psoas impingement:
✅ Non-surgical: Rest, rehab, injections for inflammation
✅ Surgical: Arthroscopic tendon lengthening preserving hip strength

Early diagnosis is key and hip pain may also involve labral tears. https://drjeffpadaleckimd.com/psoas-impingement-austin-texas/

Psoas impingement, also known as Internal Snapping Hip Syndrome, occurs when the iliopsoas tendon becomes inflamed and tight due to abnormal hip motion.