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Upper Extremity Specialists

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Upper Extremity Specialists

Orthopedic Surgeons & Orthopedic Hand and Upper Extremity Surgeons located in La Jolla, CA & Chula V

02/02/2023

The best position of sleep for your shoulders is either sleeping on your back or side. Avoid sleeping on your stomach as this can throw your shoulders out of alignment!

01/29/2023

Regenerative orthopedics offered by Upper Extremity Specialists can accelerate the healing process and help one get back to their regular activities quickly. Learn more here:
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01/26/2023

Upper Extremity Specialists offers sports medicine diagnosis and treatment to athletes of all abilities, from students to professionals. They work with patients to help them recover rapidly and safely. Learn more:
https://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/services/sports-medicine/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

01/24/2023

Do you qualify for hand surgery? Head over to our website to find out!
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01/22/2023

Some benefits of physical therapy include improved mobility, avoiding surgery, trauma recovery, fall prevention, and more! Learn more from Medical News Today about who can benefit from physical therapy and how it may help:
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/160645 -a-physical-therapist

01/20/2023

Trauma is a common cause of orthopedic injuries and problems. Upper Extremity Specialists offer expert diagnosis and treatments for trauma such as fractures and tendon tears. Learn more here:
https://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/services/trauma/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

01/18/2023

When lifting objects, make sure to carry the object close to your body. This is vital for shoulder health. Avoid lifting heavy objects with outstretched arms!

01/16/2023

"Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'" -Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

Best wishes from Upper Extremity Specialists on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 🇺🇲

01/14/2023

According to the CDC, injuries to joints, such as those related to sports or work, can increase the likelihood of developing osteoarthritis. Jobs that have repetitive motions, for example, repeated knee bending, place individuals at higher risk for this type of arthritis.
https://www.cdc.gov/arthritis/pain/index.htm/

01/12/2023

Tendonitis typically occurs when a tendon is repeatedly injured by impact. The team at Upper Extremity Specialists provides effective solutions! Learn more via our website.
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01/10/2023

In many cases, surgery isn't required to treat orthopedic injuries and conditions that affect the shoulders, arms, elbows, wrists, and hands. Upper Extremity Specialists provides a comprehensive range of services! Learn more:
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01/08/2023

Shoulder surgery offered by Upper Extremity Specialists may be the solution to a variety of diseases and conditions that may affect the shoulder joint. Visit our website today to learn more!
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01/07/2023

Platelet-rich plasma injections are full of growth and healing factors, making them great for pain relief. This natural solution heightens the body's healing efforts for effective pain relief. Talk to us today about your options with platelet-rich plasma! http://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

01/05/2023

Our hands help us out greatly, so hand health should be a priority! Partner with the team at Upper Extremity Specialists if you have hand pain or mobility issues:
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01/03/2023

The providers of Upper Extremity Specialists stand out among orthopedic surgeons because they offer superior capsular reconstruction and revision shoulder replacement procedures. Learn more about full and partial shoulder replacement:
https://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/services/shoulder-injuries/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

01/01/2023

Happy New Year! Make 2023 your best year yet! 🎇🎊

12/30/2022

MLS laser therapy provides musculoskeletal pain relief! The laser stimulates trigger point and acupuncture points. If you're suffering from pain that won't go away, consider this non-invasive method.

12/28/2022

Tennis elbow creates pain on the outside of the upper forearm. Sometimes, the pain can be carried down the forearm and to the wrist. Thankfully, Upper Extremity Specialists can help with this painful condition!

12/26/2022

The providers at Upper Extremity Specialists have years of experience in diagnosing and treating hand injuries to relieve pain and restore functionality. To learn more about the services we offer, visit our website!
https://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/services/hand-injuries/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

12/24/2022

There are many factors that can lead to arthritis (the inflammation of joints). Some studies show that regular consumption of omega-3 fatty acids can ease the symptoms of some forms of arthritis. Start eating your healthy fats!

12/22/2022

Winter is fast approaching, so the risk of dry, cracked hands increases. Make sure to keep your hands moisturized this winter season by applying lotion to them daily!

12/20/2022

Happy Holidays! We wish you all a wonderful holiday season. 🎄❤️

12/18/2022

Regenerative orthopedics includes innovative treatments such as platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections and lipoaspirate stem cell therapy. These approaches offered by Upper Extremity Specialists can accelerate the healing process. Learn more: http://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades
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12/16/2022

Upper Extremity Specialists can diagnose shoulder injuries and offer innovative and customized treatment plans to repair and heal one's shoulder injury - allowing patients to resume their active lifestyle and day-to-day activities. Learn more:
https://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/services/shoulder-injuries/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

12/14/2022

Back pain, tennis elbow, shoulder pain, osteoarthritis, and plantar fasciitis are just a few of the injuries and conditions we treat with regenerative medicine at Upper Extremity Specialists.

12/12/2022

Mobility injuries can interrupt your day-to-day life. With physical therapy, our team can help you get back on track again! Contact our office at 858-824-1703.

12/10/2022

According to Web MD, the shoulder is the body's most injured joint. Repetitive movement and reaching over your head are some of the fastest ways to damage the shoulder. Learn how you can protect your shoulders today:
https://www.webmd.com/pain-management/how-to-prevent-shoulder-injuries

12/08/2022

Training and competing puts a lot of physical stress on the body. To combat this, Upper Extremity Specialists offers expert sports medicine services! Learn more here:
https://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/services/sports-medicine/?utm_source=social&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=smades

12/06/2022

Physical therapy at Upper Extremity Specialists helps people recover from injuries without surgery! Get the care you deserve without invasive methods today:
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12/04/2022

The MLS Laser is an FDA-approved technology that relieves both acute and chronic pain. If you'd like to alleviate pain and eliminate risk from surgery with no adverse side effects, visit Upper Extremity Specialists.
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Address

9834 Genesee Avenue Ste 228
San Diego, CA
92037

Opening Hours

Monday	7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	7:30am - 5pm
Thursday	7:30am - 5pm
Friday	7:30am - 2pm

Telephone

+18582256540

Website

http://www.upperextremityspecialists.com/

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At Upper Extremity Specialists of Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Medical Group in La Jolla and Chula Vista, California, Kristopher Downing, MD, and Daniel Brereton, DO, lead a team of orthopedic specialists who provide advanced surgical and nonsurgical treatments for upper extremities, including the hands, wrists, elbows, and shoulders. Upper Extremity Specialists of Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Medical Group are members of Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Medical Group, the largest private practice orthopedic group in the San Diego area. Dr. Downing, Dr. Brereton, and their team diagnose and treat a wide range of upper-extremity injuries, trauma, and diseases. They offer highly customized, expert care that may include nonoperative orthopedics, regenerative orthopedics, and meticulous orthopedic surgeries. The team at Upper Extremity Specialists of Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Medical Group also offers sports medicine diagnosis and treatment to athletes of all abilities from students to professionals. They work with patients to help them recover rapidly and safely so they can return to their sport with a low risk of future injuries. Upper Extremity Specialists of Synergy Orthopedic Specialists Medical Group accepts most insurance plans and welcomes new patients. Appointments are available by calling the practice or scheduling online.