Harold Cates MD, TOA Joint Replacement Specialist

08/28/2025

🍂 The summer heat is starting to fade, and that means fall is just around the corner!

We’re excited to announce that Dr. Cates is now scheduling fall and holiday appointments for consultations and surgeries.

📍 Contact Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance – East Tennessee (Parkwest location) to reserve your spot today!
📞 (865) 690-4861
🌐 http://www.toaeasttn.com

Don’t wait — schedules fill up quickly this time of year. We look forward to seeing you soon!

08/21/2025

🦿 Dr. Cates is a proud user of the MAKO Knee system: a robotic-arm assisted knee surgery technique. Mako joint replacement surgery uses a surgeon-directed robotic arm for precision alignment and placement of knee replacement implants.

If you are interested in learning more about this fascinating surgery, take a look at TOA's video with Dr. Conrad Ivie...

Mako®: Robotic-Arm Assisted Knee ReplacementWe get a lot of questions about what is a robot? What does it do? How does it make you more accurate and more pre...

08/14/2025

🏃‍♂️ Yes, it’s true — individuals who frequently run long distances are at a higher risk of developing stress fractures in the hips.
These small fractures are caused by repetitive impact and overuse, and if left untreated, they can become larger, more painful, and much harder to heal.

⚠️ Don’t ignore persistent hip pain—early intervention is key to preventing long-term damage and getting you back to doing what you love.

Listen to your body. Rest when needed. And if something doesn’t feel right, seek professional care.

08/07/2025

Dr. Cates and his team provide exceptional orthopedic care to help YOU get your life back 🧡

🌐 Visit us online at
https://www.toaeasttn.com/doctors/harold-e-cates-jr-md/?fbclid=IwY2xjawL184tleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFINTFrZWh6emdjZHNFaFEyAR7MR43AXeB0v60BWJAAUZm4K2zXDf1qXImVqR1GUs1uEYto2zNaf9SofaEmcA_aem_bIXAso33zOESyBPq0M3Cnw

08/05/2025

Back-to-school time can be a source of stress for parents, but don't let a bump, bruise, or sprain be the reason why! Our urgent care clinics are an excellent option for children experiencing a sports injury.

From the classroom to the practice field, TOA Orthopedic Urgent Care is here when injuries happen. With walk-in hours and expert orthopedic care, we make it easy to get back to learning, playing, and feeling the best.

Now with convenient locations in Knoxville, Oak Ridge, Sevierville, and Fountain City.

Find a location near you: https://www.toaeasttn.com/orthopedic-urgent-care-knoxville-sevierville-tn/

07/31/2025

Dr. Cates is a proud user of the NAVIO robotics-assisted surgical system. The NAVIO system allows surgeons to be more accurate with better placement for each individual's unique anatomy. It also allows for improved recovery, with less pain, for the patient.
Dr. Cates and his team are dedicated to using the latest technology to help keep their patients active through all phases of life.

Interested in learning more? We'd love to talk with you!
📱 (865) 690-4861
🖥 www.toaeasttn.com

07/24/2025

Nancy, thank you for taking the time to leave us such a wonderful review. We truly appreciate you!
As a practice, we strive to provide the highest quality of care to our patients. We love to hear from those who have had a positive experience. Thank you!
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07/17/2025

❓ What are shin splints, and how are they treated?

Shin splints are a common exercise-related issue. Shin splints are an inflammation of the muscles, tendons, and bone tissue around your tibia, or “shin bone”. Pain from shin splints typically occurs along the inner border of the tibia, where muscles attach to the bone.

Since the common cause of shin splints is overuse, it is important to start treatment with several weeks of rest from the activity that caused the pain. Other treatments include, but are not limited to:

🔹 Over-the-counter anti-inflammatories, such as ibuprofen
🔹 Ice
🔹 Compression
🔹 Flexibility exercises
🔹 Supportive shoes
🔹 Orthotic shoe inserts

07/10/2025

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance East Tennessee is proud to offer online scheduling to better serve our patients and their busy lifestyles. Our online scheduling portal is quick and easy. Click the link below to fill out a short form and schedule a time that is convenient for you.

We can't wait to better serve you this summer!

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07/08/2025

We are excited to welcome our newest location... Fountain City!

Experience top care at our orthopedic clinic with expert orthopedic doctors, specialists, and surgeons. Offering orthopedic urgent care and walk-in services in Knoxville, TN, Oak Ridge, TN, Sevierville, TN, and Lenoir City, TN.

07/04/2025

We wish you a safe and memorabl July 4th holiday.

07/03/2025

💧 As the days heat up, it's important to remember how crucial proper hydration is for our joints. The cushioning surrounding joints is primarily composed of water, so when we are dehydrated, there is a decrease in the cushioning, which leads to stiffness and pain. Maintaining proper hydration helps to keep our joints lubricated and free from inflammation.