Arthritis & Sports Orthopaedics, Physical Therapy & Wellness

Extra special shout-out to one of our amazing physician assistants – Edwin is celebrating 19 years with Arthritis & Sports!

Join us in thanking Edwin for his tireless work with our patients and his dedication to improving lives in the comments 👇👇👇

Hip labral reconstruction is a relatively new option for patients with non-arthritic hip pain. Numerous studies within the last decade have demonstrated excellent patient-reported outcomes, high rates of return-to-play in athletes, and low failure rates in patients having undergone labral reconstruction of the hip.

Dr. David Goodwin is one of the few doctors in Northern Virginia performing this amazing procedure. In this case, the patient had 2 prior hip scopes with a nonhealing labrum and daily pain. After seeing Dr. Goodwin for a third opinion and learning about this new option with excellent clinic results, she decided to give it a go.

For her, labral reconstruction could mean returning to her normal, pain-free life – and it could for you, too!

Thank you Eileen B for the five stars
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“Dr. Peyton did hip replacement surgery on my left hip. I went home the next day. Recovery went very well. I had surgery on the right hip several years earlier. The recovery was a nightmare. I am so glad I found Arthritis & Sports. Aside from having a great surgeon everyone from the front desk to x-ray were helpful and proficient.”

At Arthritis & Sports, each of our providers are committed to continual, quality, and exceptional care. From our physicians and medical team, to our front desk and physical therapists, we have the best team in the area, providing quality care from start to finish!

Twenty-five years ago, Dr. Randall Peyton opened the doors to Arthritis & Sports. Now, over two decades later, our amazing team has helped over 100,000 patients from across Northern Virginia and beyond return to their active lives.

Thank you to our patients and our team for helping make Arthritis & Sports one of the best practices in the region! We are excited to continue helping our community for many decades to come!

Ankle sprains are a common injury, but the degree of severity can vary person to person. Proper treatment of an ankle sprain is crucial for proper recovery and prevention of future sprains – if it isn’t treated with the necessary attention and care, chronic problems of pain and instability can result.

Recover the right way by giving our team a call – we have decades of experience helping patients successfully recover from sprains and strains!

It's a new year, and it's time to clean up, clear your mind, and recharge your body. Take special action this new year toward a healthier body and happier mind by making regular massage appointments.

No matter what type of pain or discomfort you feel, our team will provide the best treatment so you can feel and move better and naturally achieve wellness.

👉 Call 703.433.2500 today!

Thank you Joe B for the five stars
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“This practice is terrific. Dr. Goodwin combines expertise and a willingness to listen and discuss. Appreciate his taking time to go over the diagnosis clearly and treatment options. He's also an excellent surgeon. Also, the staff is very friendly and professional.”

At Arthritis & Sports, each of our providers are committed to continual, quality, and exceptional care. From our physicians and medical team, to our front desk and physical therapists, we have the best team in the area, providing quality care from start to finish!

𝐃𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬? 𝙎𝙝𝙤𝙬 𝙪𝙨!

Vote for our orthopaedics and physical therapy clinics in Virginia Living’s annual Best of Virginia Reader’s Survey now through Jan. 31

Head over to VirginiaLiving.com/vote2023 right now to vote for us in ’s Best of Virginia 2023 Readers’ Survey!

In observance of New Year, all Arthritis & Sports locations will be closed tomorrow, January 2nd.

We hope you all have a great time bringing in the new year!

𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗕𝗲𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗵𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗧𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗦𝗽𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝗶𝗻

Rest, ice, over-the-counter pain medication, even injections – you’ve done it all. But the tendon pain caused by overuse, injury, calcification or a bony prominence is still there, nagging at you day after day. You’d prefer to avoid surgery. So, what’s next?

The Tenex Health TX System provides a revolutionary, single-procedure treatment for chronic tendon pain that takes only minutes under local anesthesia.

The simple procedure starts with a quick look using diagnostic imaging (such as ultrasound, fluoroscopy, or a C-Arm) to determine the exact source of your pain. Your doctor then makes a mini-incision and inserts the TX MicroTip. Using advanced ultrasonic energy, it precisely cuts and removes diseased soft tissue, while preserving healthy tendons. For most patients, this means less discomfort, no stitches, and a return to activity up to 4 times faster than open surgery.

Learn more about this amazing procedure here - https://www.arthritisandsports.com/treatments/tenex

In observance of the holiday season, all Arthritis & Sports locations will be closed Monday, December 26th, as well as Monday, January 2nd.

Happy Holidays!

We wish you a season filled with happiness and merry making. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Holidays everyone!

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Get to know our docs a little more 💡 📝

Dr. Elaine Ahillen is our amazing upper extremity specialist. Board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, Dr. Ahillen expertise includes:

☑️ non-operative and surgical treatments for disorders of the hand and upper extremity
☑️ minimally invasive and arthroscopic procedures of the shoulder, hand, wrist, and elbow
☑️ reconstructive surgery for traumatic and arthritic conditions of the hand and upper extremity

After completing her orthopaedic surgery residency at the George Washington University Hospital, Dr. Ahillen received fellowship training in hand surgery at the Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery and additional fellowship training in sports medicine at TRIA Orthopaedic Center.

Need some award-winning care? Call us to schedule your appointment today!
☎️ 703-444-5000

𝗗𝗢𝗡’𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗥𝗘𝗛𝗔𝗕 𝗝𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗘𝗬 𝗧𝗢 𝗦𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗢𝗡𝗘 𝗘𝗟𝗦𝗘’𝗦!

Although your surgery/injury comes with expected goals and predicted healing times, 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 rehab journey is different – even if you experienced the exact same thing at the exact same time as someone else!

Every person has so many different factors that make their recovery UNIQUE to them:
Job and home life + Sleep habits + Genetics + Past surgeries + Pain thresholds + Goals (short-term and long-term) + So many other variables = 𝗗𝗜𝗙𝗙𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗨𝗧𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗘𝗦!

Every single one of these things influences how your journey will unfold. Just because your recovery is different from someone else’s, doesn’t mean you won’t reach the same end goals.

Set realistic goals that you can meet. Take your recovery at your own pace. And above all else, listen to your therapist and your body.

Precision health data now can help you prevent injuries and illness in the future.

DEXA is the most trusted and scientifically validated way to measure body fat, lean muscle, and bone mineral content. It is much more in-depth and accurate than those "tests" available at your local gym, such as BMI, InBody, BodPod, and hydrostatic weighing.

The DEXA scan measures:
➟ Bone Content and Bone Density
➟ Body Fat
➟ Muscle Mass
➟ Visceral Adipose Tissue (VAT), the dangerous fat within your inner abdominal cavity
➟ And much more!

Learn more and book a scan today!

Our team of healthcare providers are dedicated to providing personalized, comprehensive care for each of our patients. This is very true for our award-winning podiatric surgeon, Dr. Sabina Malhotra, who quite succinctly explains her care philosophy like this:

"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step. My goal is to help my patients take that first step!"

Need some award-winning care? Call us to schedule your appointment today!
☎️ 703-444-5000

Thank you Joe B for the five stars
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“This practice is terrific. Dr. Goodwin combines expertise and a willingness to listen and discuss. Appreciate his taking time to go over the diagnosis clearly and treatment options. He's also an excellent surgeon. Also, the staff is very friendly and professional.”

At Arthritis & Sports, each of our providers are committed to continual, quality, and exceptional care. From our physicians and medical team, to our front desk and physical therapists, we have the best team in the area, providing quality care from start to finish!

Tomorrow is your last day to donate to the Marine Corps' Toys for Tots!

The holiday season is a time for giving, and it’s also the perfect time to donate to the charities you know and love. That’s why Arthritis & Sports is partnering once again with the Marine Corps' Toys for Tots to spread holiday cheer to children in need.

Through December 8th, you can drop off a new, unwrapped toy when you visit any of our clinic locations.

You’re getting up from your seat, walking across the room, or doing a weighted squat, and suddenly, a “pop” emanates from your knee. Should you be worried?

The answer is “maybe”. While there are several perfectly innocent reasons for “crepitus”, it can indicate some underlying problem. It can be a sign of early or even moderate osteoarthritis, with the sounds being caused from the underside of the kneecap rubbing against the front of the thighbone.

A loud popping sound usually means something very wrong has happened, especially if accompanied by pain and/or swelling. Injuries that can initiate knee pops include: ACL/MCL tears, meniscus tears, Baker’s cyst ruptures, and patella subluxations.

Sometimes, these injuries are mild enough for simple treatments like RICE or physical therapy – but they can also be severe enough to require surgery. You won’t know for sure until a doctor gets a look at your knee.

The key takeaway is this – don’t grin and bear it. If you knee makes a loud popping noise (or even a series of popping noises), get it checked out right away.

The holiday season is a time for giving, and it’s also the perfect time to donate to the charities you know and love. That’s why Arthritis & Sports is partnering once again with the Marine Corps' Toys for Tots to spread holiday cheer to children in need.

With your support on this , we can bring joy to less fortunate children this holiday season.

Through December 8th, you can drop off a new, unwrapped toy when you visit any of our clinic locations.

Thank you Bruce F for the five stars
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“This is an excellent Orthopaedic clinic and practice. I have had both knees replaced and have received excellent care and therapy. The physicians assistants take time for check-ups and Dr. Peyton is an excellent surgeon. Although I do not live in the Leesburg area now, I continue to have Arthritis and Sports monitor any arthritis concerns. I only have great things to say about this professional team!”

At Arthritis & Sports, each of our providers are committed to continual, quality, and exceptional care. From our physicians and medical team, to our front desk and physical therapists, we have the best team in the area, providing quality care from start to finish!

Happy Thanksgiving from the entire Arthritis & Sports family!
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We are grateful for the amazing patients and community we get to serve each day, and for the employees who make every day a joyful experience for all.

What are you most grateful this year? Let us know in the comments below! ⬇️

Losing weight during the festive holiday season is not a reasonable goal.

In fact, 𝗺𝗮𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗲𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 during these festivities is the same as losing weight any other time of the year!

While there are many healthy recipe swaps you can prepare, our nutritionist sees nothing wrong with serving the traditional recipes that Grandma used to make.

The main meal isn’t what causes you to gain weight, it’s the left-over pie and gravy laden turkey and potatoes that you eat for days on end! Here are some quick tips to help you balance the scales:

- Don’t skip meals - this will only cause you to eat larger portion of high-calorie foods.

- Exercise daily - even if you speed walk at the mall or work up a sweat cleaning your house

- Buffet tip - survey the options before filling you plate and decide what the “must have” dishes are

- Limit snack treats to one per day and make it count!

- Don't be too hard on yourself - If you go off the deep-end eating dessert at work, remember to practice self forgiveness, awareness and compassion

🫲 WHAT EXACTLY IS HAND THERAPY 🫱

☞ A hand therapist could be a Physical Therapist or an Occupational Therapist. In most cases, your hand therapist has become a Certified Hand Therapist (CHT) after completing extensive additional training in hand therapy.

☞ Hand therapists provide rehab and treatment for many problems and conditions affecting the upper limb (from your fingers and wrist to your elbow and shoulder), including chronic conditions, injuries, pain, and more.

☞ Your ’physical therapy’ is replaced by hand therapy. Your hand therapist takes care of all your rehab, from start to discharge. Sometimes this can be as simple as getting a custom splint made and sending you on your way!

☞ A hand therapist will set goals with you to get you back to whatever you want - from picking up your 👶 or a 🍺, tying your 👟 or your 👔, or finally changing that burned-out 💡.

If you have any concerns related to a hand injury, give us a call 📱

What is the difference between custom orthotics vs over-the-counter (OTC) insoles?

If you are looking for a therapeutic effect for your feet and body, custom orthotics are the way to go. Store-bought insoles are often just cushions providing you with some bounce for a couple of weeks. Custom orthotics are corrective and make a therapeutic improvement to your feet and symptoms.

Custom orthotics and proper footwear may be the key to solving your pain, optimizing performance, and preventing injury. Call us today to schedule your consult!
📞 703-444-5000

Happy National Nurse Practitioner Week! A special thanks to our one and only Lisa Siddall for the excellent care and personal attention the gives to all of her patients!

During the second week of November, Nurse Practitioner Week recognizes those medical professionals with the experience to help us maintain our health and guide us to the treatment we need when illness occurs.

If you are in the office this week, be sure to thank Lisa or leave a thank you below in the comments!

Today we celebrate all that have protected and served our nation, and those that continue in their footsteps.

To all veterans of all branches: Thank you for your sacrifice, your bravery, and the example you set for us all. In short, thank you for your service!

Post-surgical pain often has people reaching for harsh opioids to manage discomfort during their recovery. CBD offers an alternative that may help minimize the need for reliance on pills.

The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) recently published an article highlighting cannabinoids as one of the most promising alternatives to pain medicine after surgery. The following are some of the key takeaways from the AAOS Now article:

💊 Current research concerning cannabinoids in orthopaedic surgery has demonstrated promising results in the areas of pain alleviation, bone metabolism, and other orthopaedic outcomes.

💊 In a clinical study, patients who took CBD after surgery experienced an average 25% less pain compared to patients receiving a placebo. They also reported higher satisfaction with pain control, and experienced no major side effects.

💊 Cannabinoids are chemical compounds found in ma*****na, with the most well-known being THC and CBD, which target naturally existing receptors in the body to modulate their downstream effects on serotonin, dopamine, and opioid receptors.

💊 CBD does not produce a “high,” does not appear to be addictive, and does not stimulate appetite or lead to withdrawal.

From salves and topical creams to capsules and gummies, we have a wide variety of applications to meet your specific needs. Stop by today to pick some up!