Eric J Balaguer, MD

04/24/2026

🦴 Elbow Outcomes 15 Years After Radial Head Replacement

Long-term follow-up of Radial Head Arthroplasty shows encouraging function even years after surgery.

💡 Most patients achieved good mobility and high satisfaction, despite some developing arthritis over time.

⚠️ A small number required revision surgery, highlighting the importance of proper timing and follow-up care.

👉 Takeaway: Early treatment for complex Radial Head Fracture can lead to strong long-term outcomes.

Radial head arthroplasty (RHA) has increasingly become the standard treatment for non-reconstructable radial head fractures, especially in young active patients where long-lasting function restoration is of paramount importance. However, long-term evidence of the results over time is still scarce. T...

04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day!

04/10/2026

✋ Don’t Ignore Hand Weakness

Hand weakness can affect your daily life—and it’s often a sign of underlying conditions like carpal tunnel, nerve damage, or even arthritis.

⚠️ Early diagnosis and treatment can help prevent long-term damage and restore function.
💡 If symptoms persist or worsen, it’s time to consult a specialist.

Stay informed. Stay proactive about your health.

Hand weakness could be caused by numerous conditions, ranging carpal tunnel syndrome and osteoarthritis to pinched nerves in the neck. Seeking treatment can help prevent long-lasting nerve damage and improve hand strength.

03/20/2026

Managing Jammed Finger Pain at Home.

A jammed finger, while painful, can usually be treated at home with icing, taping, and rest. However, reach out to a healthcare provider and have it checked with an X-ray if you experience severe pain or immobility, as these could indicate a fracture or dislocation.

03/20/2026

7 Simple Wrist Strengthening Exercises

Wrist strengthening exercises improve the flexibility and range of motion of your wrist joints and tendons. These easy at-home exercises benefit athletes such as boxers, gymnasts, and tennis players, as well as people at risk of carpal tunnel syndrome.

03/13/2026

Why Is My Wrist Popping and Cracking?

Popping and cracking in your wrist (sometimes known as crepitus) can be an uncomfortable sensation. Reasons your wrist pops or cracks may include normal joint cracking, osteoarthritis, tendon issues, or an unstable joint.

03/06/2026

Understanding Little League Elbow: Causes, Risks and Prevention.

As sports specialization and year-round play among younger athletes in baseball have become increasingly prevalent, so has the prevalence of Little League elbow. Although these trends seem likely to persist, there are preventive measures athletes can take to reduce their risk of injury – especiall...

03/04/2026

It was a bit exhausting but the new office is officially open!

03/02/2026

Literally, a family business! Putting the final touches to my new office!
Opening tomorrow in Doral.
3905 NW 107th Ave suite 302 Doral FL 33178
(305) 426-4263

02/27/2026

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Facts and Statistics.

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common nerve complaint in the United States.It's often associated with overuse and repetitive work-related injuries (people miss an average of 25 work days from first symptoms to treatment).2 Health conditions including diabetes, obesity, and thyroid disease....

02/27/2026

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Facts and Statistics.

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common nerve complaint in the United States.It's often associated with overuse and repetitive work-related injuries (people miss an average of 25 work days from first symptoms to treatment).2 Health conditions including diabetes, obesity, and thyroid disease....

02/20/2026

10 Possible Causes of a Lump on Your Wrist or Hand.

A lump on your wrist or hand is likely not harmful. A bump that feels like bone is likely a carpal boss, a movable bump is typically a ganglion cyst, and a lump on the palm of your hand may be Dupuytren's contracture.1 In rare cases, a bump on fingers, hand, or wrist could be a giant cell tumor (GCT...