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Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance provides specialized, dynamic care for virtually any orthopedic condition. We partner this professional care with a highly-trained, medical support team and advanced medical technologies, providing you a matrix of care that gets you back to daily activities as quickly as possible. Visit any one of our many locations in East Tennessee to receive the orthopedic care you deserve and the treatment you expect.
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Knoxville’s Orthopedic Doctors for Seniors: Joint Health After 60
Staying active later in life is one of the keys to healthy aging—but joint pain can move challenging after age 60. As the body changes, cartilage wears down, muscles lose strength, and previous...
Back, Hip & Knee Pain: When to See an Orthopedic Doctor
Back, hip, and knee pain can affect every part of your day—from getting out of bed to walking, working, or exercising. While occasional soreness is normal, ongoing pain may signal a deeper issue...
Is Cycling Good for Knee Joint Pain? When It Helps and When to See an Orthopedic Specialist
How Cycling Supports Knee Joint Pain Relief in Knoxville Athletes Knee joint pain remains one of the most common orthopedic concerns for active adults in Knoxville. Whether your discomfort comes...
Common Orthopedic Injuries Among Knoxville Athletes & How Orthopedic Walk-In Clinics Help
Knoxville is home to a thriving athletic community—runners along Cherokee Boulevard, high-school athletes competing across East Tennessee, weekend hikers taking on the Smokies, and recreational...
Is Your Back Pain From a Muscle Strain or a Herniated Disc?
Back Pain Treatment with Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance Back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical care. While some cases are mild and resolve on their own, others can linger...
What Is a Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis)?
Shoulder Pain and Stiffness Treatment in East Tennessee Shoulder pain and stiffness can make even the simplest tasks like reaching overhead, putting on a jacket, or sleeping comfortably feel...
Using Physical Therapy to Return to Sport Faster
Expert Sports Medicine Care at Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance When an athlete suffers an injury, their primary focus is often on how quickly they can return to their sport. Our sports medicine...
Fall Sports Injury Prevention Tips for Student Athletes in East Tennessee
Recover Safely with Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance Fall is an exciting time for student-athletes in East Tennessee. From football and soccer to cross country and volleyball, young athletes are...
How Sports Medicine Experts Manage Concussions Safely
Board-Certified Sports Medicine Doctors in Knoxville, TN Concussions are one of the most common injuries in sports, especially in contact activities like football, soccer, and basketball. While many...
Back Pain with Leg Numbness? You Might Have Sciatica
Back Pain and Sciatica Treatment at Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance Back pain is one of the most common reasons people see an orthopedic specialist, but when that pain travels into the leg and is...
How Long Does It Take to Recover from Shoulder Surgery?
Shoulder Surgery Recovery Experts at TOA Shoulder surgery can be life-changing for patients who struggle with pain, stiffness, or loss of mobility. Whether the procedure is done for a rotator cuff...
When to See a Knee Specialist for Swelling or Stiffness
Expert Orthopedic Knee Pain Specialist in Knoxville, TN Knee swelling or stiffness can happen for many reasons—sometimes after a workout, an awkward twist, or even without a clear cause. While mild...