Orthopedic Institute of North Texas - OINT

04/22/2026

Small changes in your hands are easy to overlook.

Numbness, mild discomfort, or a weaker grip may not seem serious at first, but these symptoms can be early signs of nerve compression, tendon irritation, or joint issues.

When left unaddressed, these conditions can progress and begin to affect strength, function, and daily tasks.

Early evaluation helps identify the cause and prevent more complex problems over time.

04/17/2026

Not all discomfort during recovery means something is wrong.

As the body heals, it is common to experience mild soreness, stiffness, or fluctuations in how you feel day to day. These changes can be part of the normal healing process as tissues repair and adapt.

What matters is the overall trend. Movement, strength, and function should gradually improve over time.

If pain is worsening, persistent, or limiting your ability to move, it may be a sign that something needs to be evaluated more closely.

Understanding the difference helps patients recover with confidence and avoid unnecessary concern.

04/15/2026

Recovery after an injury is rarely a straight path. It often includes progress, setbacks, and small changes that can be easy to question if you are not expecting them.

Mild pain, stiffness, or fluctuating symptoms can be part of the normal healing process. What matters more is the overall trend, whether movement, strength, and function are gradually improving over time.

Understanding what normal recovery looks like helps reduce unnecessary worry and allows patients to focus on consistency rather than speed.

If pain is worsening, function is not improving, or something feels different, it may be time for a follow-up evaluation to make sure recovery is on track.

04/15/2026

Recovery does not always feel like a steady return to normal.

It often comes with stiffness, weakness, and small changes in how your body moves. These shifts are part of the healing process as strength, balance, and control are gradually restored.

What matters most is the overall direction of recovery, not how it feels day to day.

If something feels off or is not improving over time, an evaluation can help guide the next step.

04/13/2026

A grade 3 talar tilt test indicates significant lateral ankle instability, meaning the supporting ligaments are no longer providing normal restraint.

This level of instability is often associated with recurrent ankle sprains, persistent pain, and functional limitations. When conservative treatment is no longer effective, procedures such as a Broström repair with augmentation may be recommended to restore stability.

Evaluation performed by at OINT.

04/10/2026

That sudden “pop” in the back of your leg? It’s not something to ignore.

Many patients with an Achilles tendon rupture describe a sharp pop or the feeling of being kicked from behind. Even if you can still walk or move your ankle, the tendon may be completely torn.

Early evaluation is critical to confirm the injury and determine the right treatment plan, especially to avoid long-term weakness or complications.

At the Orthopedic Institute of North Texas, Dr. Sarang Desai, foot and ankle specialist, treats Achilles injuries and sports-related conditions with both surgical and non-surgical options.

If you experience this during activity, get evaluated as soon as possible.

Now seeing patients in Flower Mound & McKinney, TX
Schedule through the link in bio

04/09/2026

Injuries don’t just affect your body—they take you away from what you love.

Dr. Sarang Desai knows that firsthand.

Before becoming a foot and ankle surgeon, he was an All-American athlete—and today, he helps patients of all levels recover, rebuild, and get back to their lives.

From everyday foot pain to complex sports injuries, his goal is simple:
➡️ Diagnose clearly
➡️ Treat effectively
➡️ Get you back safely

Now seeing patients in Flower Mound & McKinney, TX.

04/08/2026

Two weeks after minimally invasive bunion surgery, this patient is already showing improved alignment and early healing progress.

MIBS techniques focus on correcting the deformity while minimizing tissue disruption, helping patients return to walking sooner with less swelling.

Procedure performed by Dr. Justin Kane at OINT.

03/31/2026

Intraoperative view of a minimally invasive Achilles reconstruction with Haglund’s resection, performed by Dr. Leroy Butler.

This procedure addresses chronic Achilles pain and irritation caused by the Haglund’s deformity, helping restore tendon function and reduce pressure at the back of the heel.

03/28/2026

Two weeks after minimally invasive bunion surgery, this patient is already showing improved alignment and early recovery progress.

Minimally invasive techniques help correct bunions while limiting soft tissue disruption, supporting a smoother return to walking and daily activity.

Procedure performed by Dr. Justin Kane at OINT.

03/26/2026

Two weeks after minimally invasive bunion surgery, this patient is already showing improved toe alignment and early progress in recovery.

Minimally invasive techniques focus on correcting the bunion while reducing soft tissue disruption, helping patients return to walking sooner with less swelling.

Procedure performed by Dr. Justin Kane at OINT.

03/25/2026