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Ice or Heat for my injury?

18 July 2014

One of the most common questions that we get asked, should I use heat or ice for my pain? Typically we recommend ice for acute injuries.  Injuries that have occurred within the last 72 hours should be treated with ice to reduce the pain and inflammation or swelling.  Ice helps to minimize the swelling around…
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Instability of the shoulder

7 April 2014

What is instability? Instability means the humerus (ball) slips out of the glenoid (socket). This can occur from an injury and is then called a dislocation (dislocated shoulder). If the dislocation occurs repeatedly, it will lead to arthritis unless the instability is corrected. A less severe form of instability is called subluxation,   where the…
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Arthroscopic Surgery

3 March 2014

The majority of orthopedic conditions and sports injuries are non-surgical; however, when surgery in indicated, Dr. Talkington has been trained to provide his patients advanced techniques with the latest in minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery.  Arthroscopic surgery typically reduces the patient’s recover time.  The vast majority of these procedures are performed on an outpaitent basis; meaning…
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Shoulder Instability

2 March 2014

Shoulder instability is a common injury in contact and collision athletes. While the acute management is relatively straight forward, the controversy arises when considering the risks associated with return to play in athletes. Shoulder instability encompasses a wide spectrum of injury from microinstability, through subluxations all the way to complete locked dislocations that require a…
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Young athletes

1 March 2014

For young athletes, sports activities are more than play. Participation in athletics improves physical fitness, coordination, and self-discipline, and gives children valuable opportunities to learn teamwork. Because young athletes are still growing, they are at a greater risk for injury than adults. The consequences of overdoing a sport can include injuries that impair growth, and…
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Nutrition

10 February 2014

Sports Nutrition Athletes who want a winning edge need the right nutrition. When you drink enough water and eat a balanced diet, your body can make energy efficiently and fuel top performance. You can make the most of your athletic talents and gain more strength, power, and endurance when you train. Base your diet on…
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New Florida Automobile Laws

29 January 2014

Sebring-Accident

There has recently been changes in Florida’s automobile laws.  The new law requires that accident victims must now seek medical treatment within 14 days from the accident.  You must seek treatment from an acceptable provider.  These providers include, emergency room physicians, medical physicians, dentist, nurse practitioner, and a physician’s assistant. Chiropractor visits have been limited…
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Preoperative checklist for surgery

27 January 2014

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Prior to surgery there are somethings that you should plan for, so that your recovery can go smoothly. Prior to surgery: Smoking – now is the time to quit smoking.  Avoid any type of product containing nicotine. Limit your alcohol intact, you should avoid alcohol for 1-2 weeks prior to surgery. Establish a primary care…
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You and Your Health Insurance

26 January 2014

There is so much talk in the media lately about health insurance.  Do you know what your current insurance plan covers?  Who are the providers on your plan? What do you do if the physician you have been seeing is no longer on your insurance plan?  What are your co-payments, deductibles and out of pocket…
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Holiday Safety

10 December 2013

About Holiday Safety Many common holiday activities can cause injuries that can make any festive season anything but jolly. For example, approximately 39,700 people were treated in emergency departments for fall-related injuries during the 2010 holiday season, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). In addition, more than 12,100 visits to…
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Dr. James Talkington treats general and pediatric orthopedic conditions, sports-related injuries, and work-related injuries, with a special interest in shoulder and knee problems as well as General Orthopedics, Sports Medicine, & Workers' Compensation.