Dr. Matthew Byington

02/23/2026

Treatment Options for Calcific Tendonitis of the Shoulder.

Calcific tendonitis is a common source of shoulder pain and can be a frustration given the severity of pain and the duration of symptoms. However, the news is not all bad. On a positive note, the vast majority of patients do find relief with nonsurgical treatments for this condition.

02/16/2026

Preventing Shoulder Pain After Vaccine Injection (SIRVA).

Shoulder pain is a common side effect of a vaccine. Usually, it gets better fairly quickly and causes no long-term problems. However, some people develop a rare problem called shoulder injury related to vaccine administration (SIRVA).

02/09/2026

Reduced opioid use found after knee surgery with mini-scope technique.

A new study led by Marshall University researchers found that patients who underwent knee surgery using a minimally invasive "needle arthroscopy" technique used significantly fewer opioids after surgery compared to those treated with standard arthroscopy.

02/03/2026

Study finds surprising differences in knee injuries between men and women.

One of the largest MRI-based studies comparing knee injuries between men and women reveals surprising differences in injury patterns based on gender and age. The findings, which can be used to improve risk assessment and develop early intervention strategies, will be presented today at the annual me...

01/23/2026

What Is the P.O.L.I.C.E. Principle?

The P.O.L.I.C.E. principle may be the new way to ice and otherwise treat a musculoskeletal injury, such as a sprain or strain. The acronym stands for the five steps involved: protection, optimal loading, ice, compression, and elevation. One thing it's missing? Rest, a component of the long-used....

01/10/2026

We are excited to share a major milestone for Prairie Orthopaedic: today marks our first day in our brand-new Omaha location. Dr. Byington has been serving the communities in and around Omaha since beginning in practice in 2013. This beautiful, modern facility reflects our ongoing commitment to providing exceptional orthopedic and podiatric care in an outstanding environment. With established locations in Lincoln and now an upgraded presence in Omaha, we are proud to expand access to high-quality care for patients across Omaha, Elkhorn, Gretna, and the surrounding communities. Dr. Byington will be providing comprehensive orthopedic care in Omaha in addition to Lincoln, including shoulder, elbow, knee, sports medicine, and general orthopedic services, with both clinic and surgical care available.

We are also excited to care for patients alongside Dr. Katherine Ternent, DPM, who will be offering expert foot and ankle and podiatric services at this location. Dr. Ternent is a proud Omaha native with deep family roots in local medicine, and her dedication to compassionate, high-quality care aligns perfectly with the mission of Prairie Orthopaedic. We continue to build this practice together with our outstanding Prairie Orthopaedic & Plastic Surgery, PC surgeons—Drs. Pat Hurlbut, Gustavo Machado, Kara Krejci Reed, and Tanner Dodson—who serve these clinics and many outreach clinics throughout Nebraska.

📍 New Omaha Location:
17201 Wright Street
Suite 102 (Lower Level, South Entrance)
Omaha, NE 68130

📞 To schedule an appointment: 402-489-4700

We look forward to serving you in our new Omaha home.

01/01/2026

Wishing you and your family a happy and healthy new year!

12/25/2025

The 4 Stages of Frozen Shoulder.

A frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, is a very common cause of shoulder pain. Frozen shoulder can take a long time to heal, anywhere from six months to 2 years. The four stages of frozen shoulder include pre-freezing, freezing, frozen, and thawing. These terms describe the typical pro...

12/22/2025

Happy Holidays! We wish you and your family a joyful holiday season!

12/18/2025

Aerobic exercise found to be most effective for knee osteoarthritis.

For patients with knee osteoarthritis, aerobic activities such as walking, cycling, or swimming are likely to be the best exercise for improving pain, function, gait performance, and quality of life, finds a study published by The BMJ today.

12/09/2025

Tips for healing a sprained ankle fast.

Sprained ankles can be very painful, and severe sprains can require months of recovery. However, a person can take several steps at home to help speed their healing and reduce the risk of re-injury.