Ortho El Paso

01/07/2026

JANUARY IS NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH
Blood donation is not just for emergencies. It’s crucial for surgeries, chronic illnesses and cancer treatments.

FACTS:
o only 3% of people donate blood when 65% can
o a single blood donation can save multiple lives
o a 1% increase in donors could help alleviate shortages
o 25% of donated blood goes to cancer patients
o 1 in 83 deliveries requires a transfusion

01/06/2026

THE 3 MOST COMMON SKI INJURIES

Skiing is fun. It’s also very dangerous and easy to sustain injury while participating in the sport. Falls while skiing are inevitable. Even the best skiers will fall sometimes.

The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons reported on data gathered from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, noting winter sports accident figures and snow skiing, at 76,000 injuries per year seeking treatment, is the highest.

Here are the 3 most common ski injuries and how you may avoid them: https://www.orthoep.com/blog/the-3-most-common-ski-injuries-and-ways-to-prevent-them

12/31/2025

The offices of Ortho El Paso and The Precision Hand Surgery Center at Ortho El Paso will be closed on Thursday, January 1st, in celebration of the New Year. We wish you a happy and safe holiday.

12/30/2025

SLIPS, TRIPS AND FALLS IN RAINY WEATHER

Slips, trips and falls are leading causes of injury...especially during El Paso's our rainy, cold holiday season.

So, how can you best avoid falls? Here's some tips:

o Wear comfortable, slip-resistant shoes or rain boots during wet weather.
o Use handrails when walking on stairs.
o Stay focused and alert with every step. Put your cell phone away when you're on the move.
o Use well lit walkways and pedestrian paths.
o Wipe your feet on a mat when entering a building during wet weather. Store your umbrella away from walkways.
o Postpone non-essential errands until rain has stopped and roads and walkways are dry.

Falls tend to be more frequent in winter increasing your risk for injury. Practice the safety tips above and you can reduce your chances of slipping and tripping.

Visit www.orthoep.com for the treatment of orthopedic injuries.

12/24/2025

The offices of Ortho El Paso and The Precision Hand Surgery Center at Ortho El Paso will be closed December 25-26, 2025 to celebrate Christmas . We wish you a happy and safe holidays.
www.orthoep.com | 915-249-4000

12/21/2025

EXPERT CARE. CLOSE TO HOME.
Ortho El Paso now has two locations to serve you better!

ORTHO EL PASO EAST
12770 Edgemere Blvd.
Building F
El Paso, TX 79938

ORTHO EL PASO WEST
5551 N. Mesa St
El Paso, TX 79912

To schedule an appointment, call 915-249-4000.
www.orthoep.com

12/21/2025

12/15/2025

SAFE LIFTING TECHNIQUES
Many of us have jobs that require heavy lifting. In fact, we often see statements like "must be able to lift 40 pounds" in today's job descriptions. But, employees say that in a job that requires lifting 40 pounds, they can only regularly lift 25 because of injury.

Using improper lifting techniques often result in muscle strains, disc injuries to the joints and back. Muscle strains are the most common workplace injury. There are proper and safe techniques to lifting that you should know. Here's more: https://www.orthoep.com/blog/safe-lifting-techniques

12/12/2025

Friday Fun!

12/11/2025

DRONES ARE A POPULAR HOLIDAY GIFT BUT POSE GREAT RISK FOR INJURY
Know the Dangers

Drones are dangerous to hands primarily because of their high-speed spinning propellers, which act like sharp blades causing deep cuts, lacerations, and even amputations if contact is made, especially during hand launches/landings, crashes, or malfunctions; the kinetic energy and impact from the drone body itself are also risks, with heavier drones posing greater threats.

Common Injuries to Hands:
* Deep cuts, lacerations, stab wounds.
* Bruises, abrasions, fractures.
* In severe cases, traumatic amputation of fingers or digits.

Mitigation:
* Use propeller guards.
* Always disarm the drone before handling.
* Read the directions for proper handling of your specific drone (they are all different).
* Maintain a safe distance and avoid hand launching/catching armed drones.

Know the dangers of drones, especially when gifting to your children. Be sure they are supervised and know the proper way to handle and play with their drone.

https://www.orthoep.com/hand-surgery-center

12/11/2025

DON’T LET PAIN RUIN YOUR HOLIDAYS
What is Frozen Shoulder?

Frozen shoulder is a painful condition where the shoulder joint thickens and tightens, severely limiting movement and causing stiffness. The pain from frozen shoulder can make it hard to do daily activities like washing hair or reaching…interfering with your life.

Frozen shoulder develops in stages (freezing, frozen, thawing), often after injury or immobilization, and it typically resolves within one to two years with treatments like physical therapy.

Symptoms
* Pain: Often starts gradually, can worsen at night, and be sharp.
* Stiffness & Loss of Motion: Difficulty moving the arm in all directions, especially rotating outward or lifting.
* Gradual Worsening: Pain increases, then stiffness becomes the main issue, followed by slow thawing.
Causes:
* Health Conditions: Higher risk for people with diabetes, thyroid issues, heart disease, or Parkinson's.
* Age: More common in women over 40.

Treatment & Recovery
* Physical Therapy: Essential for regaining motion through stretching and exercises.
* Medication: Pain relievers (NSAIDs).
* Injections: Corticosteroids can reduce inflammation.
* Patience: A slow process, but most people regain most movement within 1-2 years. If not, surgery may be necessary.

What to Do
* Keep Moving: Gentle movement within pain limits helps.
* See an Orthopedic Specialist: Consult our Dr. Jason Vourazeris in El Paso, who specializes in conditions of the shoulder, if pain and stiffness are significant or not improving.

www.orthoep.com
915-249-4000

12/07/2025

On this National Pearl Harbor Day, we honor and remember the courage and sacrifice of those lost.