Steve A. Mora, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon

Steve A. Mora, M.D. Orthopaedic Surgeon Joint Pain ? I have Solutions- Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon. I keep your joints young! I specialize in Sports Trauma, Arthroscopy, and Cartilage Repair.

I have a special interest in Soccer and Mixed Martial Arts. I perform Arthroscopy including the hip and elbow, cartilage transplantation, uni compartment and total knee replacement, complex fracture treatment, anatomical ACL reconstruction, and shoulder reconstruction including joint replacement.

05/15/2026

Treat the patient — not just the MRI report.

Great post by Patrick Denard discussing two of the most common incidental findings seen on shoulder MRI.

An MRI report alone does not diagnose shoulder pain. Many “abnormal” findings are incidental and may not actually be the source of symptoms. The key is matching the MRI with a detailed history, physical exam, and sometimes diagnostic injections.

05/04/2026

Too often, athletes are told it’s just “tendinitis” or arthritis… but the real issue may be inside the joint.

It shows up in tennis, weight training, volleyball—any sport with repetitive, forceful upper extremity use.

Diagnosis starts with a proper exam—and sometimes a CT scan.

Follow and check out Dr JiuJitsu on her YouTube for more sports medicine insights.

05/04/2026

This weekend I had the privilege of attending the Munguia vs Resendiz and Benavides vs Zurdo professional boxing matches 🥊

I’m fortunate to support my patients—not just in the clinic, but in their sport as well.

Everyone who walks through my doors gets treated like a pro.

04/23/2026

Nothing can be done. He heard that for 3 years.

My dear patient flew in from the North of Sweden after living 3 years with an unsuccessful pectoralis major surgery. At the time of his first surgery they told him that they could only do a partial repair.

He was left with:
• Significant chest wall deformity
• Weakness
• Painful muscle spasms

And most importantly—
👉 the belief that nothing could be done.

Takeaway:

1. These injuries are difficult to treat—even the first time
2. Untreated or failed repairs can lead to significant deformity and dysfunction
3. There may still be options, even years later, with the right approach

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If you’ve been told “nothing can be done”…
it may be worth getting another opinion.

📩 DM “PEC” or visit MyOrthoDoc.com for a consultation

04/22/2026

Achilles Tendon Tears – Know the Signs, Act Fast and get it Fixed.

One of the most classic complaints we hear?
➡️ “It was like getting hit with a hammer from behind.”
…But when they turn around, no one’s there.

This hallmark sensation often signals an Achilles tendon rupture — a serious injury that demands urgent orthopedic evaluation. ⏱️

Why the rush?
Delaying care can result in:
🔸 Retraction of the tendon
🔸 Increased scar tissue
🔸 The need for more complex surgical procedures and longer rehab.

🩺 On physical exam, look for:
🔻 Bruising around the heel and ankle
🔻 A palpable “divot” or gap along the tendon
🔻 A positive Thompson test — squeezing the calf fails to cause plantarflexion of the foot

🛑 Don’t brush it off. This is not a “walk it off” injury.
🚨 Early recognition and expeditious surgical repair lead to better outcomes and faster return to activity.

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04/18/2026

Were you misdiagnosed? Not all meniscus tears are the same.

And not all “degenerative” tears… are truly degenerative.

One of the most commonly missed diagnoses I see?

👉 Medial meniscus root tears

These are one of the most serious types of meniscus injuries because they essentially shut down the function of the meniscus — leading to increased joint stress and accelerated knee degeneration.

Treating a root tear non-surgically is usually the wrong approach. These tears do better with a good solid surgical repair. If they are not repaired, the knee will become rapidly arthritic

The problem?

👉 Root tears are often labeled as “degenerative” on MRI reports
👉 And they’re easy to miss if you’re not carefully reviewing the images

So patients get told it’s just wear and tear… and are treated conservatively… when that may not be the full story.

👉 Bottom line:

If your knee pain came on somewhat suddenly… and your MRI says “degenerative meniscus tear”…

Make sure your MRI is being reviewed by someone experienced —
and that your diagnosis includes a proper exam + image review.

Because a root tear is not the same…
and missing it can change the course of your knee.

04/09/2026

In my 20 years of practice, I’ve heard every kind of story that led to a chest wall deformity.

I’ve also heard every reason why a pec tear wasn’t repaired—or was told it “didn’t need” surgery:

• “It’s too old”
• “It’s in the muscle”
• “We couldn’t find it”
• “Nothing can be done”

But the truth is…

👉 That’s not always the case.

Pectoralis major tears are complex.
Every tear is different—and not all can be treated with a simple repair.

In many chronic or failed cases, reconstruction using graft tissue and specialized techniques can restore the anatomy of the chest.

And yes—
👉 Revision surgery can improve both function and appearance.

If you keep being told “nothing can be done”…
you may just be seeing the wrong doctor.

Dr. Mora is a Board-Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 20 years of experience. He is dedicated to advancing orthopedic care—bringing together surgical expertise, cutting-edge techniques, and a passion for restoring strength, movement, and confidence. He offers a patient-centered, concierge approach designed around clinical excellence, personalized care, and an uncompromising commitment to results, compassion, and trust.

📩 DM for consultation requests
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