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Our experience with professional and college athletes makes us uniquely qualified to manage your injuries and get you back on your respective fields of play quickly.

05/03/2025

O₂ max isn’t just for elite athletes—it’s a crucial marker of overall health and recovery. 📈💨 Whether you’re rehabbing an injury or optimizing performance, improving your body’s oxygen efficiency can make a huge difference. Dr. Jones explains why VO₂ max matters and how you can boost it!

18/02/2025

Did you know some of our presidents have faced orthopedic challenges? From Dwight Eisenhower’s knee surgery to George H.W.
Bush’s joint replacements, even the leaders of the free world need expert care to stay active!💪

10/02/2025

Is salt really the villain it’s made out to be? 🧂❓ While excessive sodium can contribute to high blood pressure in some people, salt is also crucial for our body’s regulatory functions—including neuron activity and fluid balance.

Most Americans exceed the recommended daily intake, but does that automatically mean trouble? Dr. Jason Jones breaks down the facts! Swipe through to learn more. 💡👇

Do you monitor your salt intake? Let us know in the comments!

07/02/2025

Zach Miller’s Career-Ending Knee Injury: A Medical Breakdown

On October 29, 2017, during a game between the Chicago Bears and the New Orleans Saints, tight end Zach Miller suffered one of the most severe knee injuries in NFL history. While attempting to catch a touchdown pass, Miller landed awkwardly on his left leg, causing a dislocated knee that resulted in severe vascular damage. The injury was so catastrophic that emergency medical intervention was required to save his leg from amputation.

Anatomical Damage
• Knee Dislocation: Miller’s knee suffered a complete dislocation, meaning the tibia and femur were forced out of alignment, severely damaging surrounding structures.
• Vascular Compromise: The dislocation ruptured the popliteal artery, a critical blood vessel supplying the lower leg. This type of vascular injury carries a high risk of amputation if not treated immediately.
• Ligament and Soft Tissue Damage: The trauma also resulted in extensive damage to multiple ligaments (ACL, PCL, and MCL), along with significant soft tissue swelling and nerve risk.

Emergency Treatment & Surgery
• Miller was rushed to the hospital, where emergency vascular surgery was performed to restore blood flow to his leg. Surgeons used a vein graft from his other leg to repair the damaged artery.
• Multiple follow-up surgeries were required to stabilize the knee, prevent infection, and address tissue damage.
• The severity of the injury required months of rehabilitation, but the long-term damage was too significant for him to return to professional football.

Recovery & Career Impact

Despite undergoing nine surgeries and a grueling recovery process, Miller was unable to regain full function in his knee. The extent of ligament damage, muscle atrophy, and vascular trauma forced him to retire from the NFL in April 2019. Though his football career ended prematurely, Miller’s story remains a testament to perseverance and medical advancements in sports injury treatment.

07/02/2025

Joe Theismann’s Career-Altering Injury: A Medical Breakdown

On November 18, 1985, during a Monday Night Football game between Washington and the New York Giants, quarterback Joe Theismann suffered one of the most infamous injuries in sports history—a compound fracture of the tibia and fibula in his right leg. The injury occurred during a sack by Giants linebacker Lawrence Taylor, who immediately signaled for medical attention upon seeing the severity of Theismann’s leg break.
Anatomical Damage
• Tibia and Fibula Fracture: Theismann’s right tibia and fibula both suffered a comminuted, open fracture, meaning the bones broke into multiple fragments and penetrated the skin.
• Soft Tissue and Vascular Concerns: The nature of the fracture raised significant risks of vascular compromise, nerve damage, and infection.
• Immediate Signs: On-field assessments revealed gross deformity, loss of structural integrity, and severe pain. Theismann later described hearing a “loud pop” as the bone broke.

Emergency Treatment & Surgery
• Theismann was immediately stabilized on the field and rushed to the hospital, where he underwent emergency surgery to repair the fractures.
• Intramedullary nailing was performed, where a rod was inserted into the tibia to stabilize the bone.
• Due to the severity of the injury and concerns about long-term function, nerve assessments and infection control were prioritized post-surgery.
Recovery & Career Impact

Despite extensive rehabilitation efforts, Theismann was unable to return to professional football. The injury led to muscle atrophy, mobility limitations, and long-term pain, effectively ending his NFL career at age 36.

06/02/2025

The Injury:
Everett’s injury occurred during the second-half kickoff of the Buffalo Bills’ season opener against the Denver Broncos. As he sprinted downfield on special teams, he lowered his head to tackle returner Domenik Hixon. The moment of impact was catastrophic—Everett’s helmet collided forcefully with Hixon’s shoulder, causing an immediate and severe flexion injury to his cervical spine.

Everett collapsed instantly. He lay motionless on the turf, unable to move his arms or legs. The initial fear was spinal cord transection, which would have meant complete and irreversible paralysis. But what followed was a textbook case of why immediate medical intervention can make all the difference in neurological recovery.

The Medical Response:
On the field, the Bills’ medical staff quickly recognized the severity of Everett’s condition. He was unable to move his limbs, and crucially, he had difficulty breathing—a sign that his spinal cord injury was affecting autonomic function. The team’s response was swift. They stabilized his neck and immediately began preparing for emergency transport.

Once at Buffalo’s Millard Fillmore Gates Circle Hospital, Everett was diagnosed with a fracture-dislocation of the third and fourth cervical vertebrae (C3-C4), resulting in a severe spinal cord contusion. This is one of the most dangerous types of spinal cord injuries, as damage in this region can impair breathing, motor function, and even autonomic stability.

A key factor in Everett’s survival and eventual partial recovery was the use of therapeutic hypothermia, an experimental treatment at the time. Dr. Andrew Cappuccino, the Bills’ orthopedic surgeon, administered cold saline to lower Everett’s body temperature, aiming to reduce inflammation and minimize secondary nerve damage. The approach, though not yet standard protocol, played a crucial role in preserving what function remained in his spinal cord.

05/02/2025

Dr. Jones on Alex Smith’s Leg Injury: A Career-Defining Ordeal
Alex Smith’s leg injury on November 18, 2018, while playing for the Washington Redskins, was one of the most severe injuries ever seen in professional sports.
He suffered a compound spiral fracture of both the tibia and fibula in his right leg during a sack by J.J. Watt. This type of fracture is particularly dangerous because the broken bones pierce through the skin, increasing the risk of infection—a complication that would later become a major challenge in his recovery.
The Recovery Process:
Smith underwent 17 surgeries over the next two years, with doctors initially concerned about the possibility of amputation due to necrotizing fasciitis, a flesh-eating bacterial infection that set in after the initial surgery. The infection led to extensive debridement, requiring doctors to remove significant portions of tissue to prevent further spread. Additionally, Smith had to undergo a muscle transfer surgery, where doctors used part of his left quadriceps to reconstruct his right leg.
His rehabilitation process was grueling, involving months of external fixation (a metal frame around his leg to stabilize the bones), followed by intense physical therapy to regain strength and mobility.
Against all odds, Smith made a return to the NFL in 2020, completing one of the greatest comeback stories in sports history.
Final Thoughts
Alex Smith’s story is a testament to the human will. While his injury could have ended his career immediately-or even his ability to walk-his recovery and return to football were nothing short of miraculous.
Though he ultimately retired in 2021, his journey remains an inspiration for athletes and medical professionals alike. His experience has also led to increased awareness of infection risks following major surgeries, shaping how trauma injuries are managed in sports medicine
today.

01/02/2025

What does arthritis actually look like on an X-ray? /
Dr. Jason Jones breaks it down! Arthritis happens when cartilage wears down over time, leading to pain and stiffness. Swipe to see how it changes the space between your joints!

27/01/2025

Precision in action 🩺🔬 Dr. Jason Jones meticulously prepares a bone-tendon-bone ACL graft—harvested from the patellar tendon—for ACL reconstruction surgery. This graft offers unmatched strength and durability, making it the gold standard for high-impact athletes. ⚽🏀🏈

25/01/2025

Preventing knee injuries is key to avoiding arthritis. Strengthen the surrounding muscles, stay active, and protect your joints with a healthy diet and supplements like glucosamine and collagen peptides. Small steps now can make a big difference later! 💪🦵

Drop your questions about joint health below!

22/01/2025

Ready to scrub in! Everyone starts somewhere, and every great surgeon once took their first steps in the OR.

21/01/2025

Baseball injuries are a common concern for players at all levels, but there are ways to reduce the risk and keep athletes performing at their best. Dr. Jones shares simple, effective strategies to help prevent injuries—whether it’s through proper warm-ups, maintaining good form, or focusing on strength and conditioning. Watch now to learn how to stay in the game longer!

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2011 Murphy Avenue , Suite 603
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Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
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When you visit Nashville Knee & Shoulder Center, you’re giving yourself and your joints another shot at the active life you love. From consultation to recovery, our tight-knit team is committed to giving you personal, attentive care. Our physicians, Dr. Pagnani and Dr. Jones, have spent their careers treating some of the country’s highest-level athletes, and now they’re here to make sure you get the same top care. Whether you’re in need of a scan, a surgery, or a referral, a visit to our team is the first step toward getting your active life back.

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