MOA Blog
Xiaflex Injection Procedure
The Xiaflex Injection Procedure takes a very short time. First, numbing medicine will be applied to the affected area.
Have Dupuytren’s Contracture? Xiaflex May Help.
Xiaflex is a prescription medication for adults suffering from Dupuytren’s Contracture, a soft tissue problem that causes contractures in the hand.
What is Dupuytren’s Contracture?
What is Dupuytren’s Contracture? Dupuytren’s Contracture is described as a proliferation (or a cord) of tissue underneath the skin, usually in the hand.
Slap Tear Treatment Options in Morgantown
A slap tear is a common injury in athletes of all sports and ages. Come to Mountainstate Orthopedic Associates for slap tear treatment options.
Warning Signs of Fractures in Morgantown
Fractures are one of the most common orthopedic problem today, but many people often forgo the warning signs. What are the warning signs of fractures?
What is Sports Medicine Fellowship Training?
What is sports medicine fellowship training and how can a fellow trained surgeon better help patients?
What is Post-Operative Rehabilitation?
What is post-operative rehabilitation? This is the single most important factor in determining the success of an orthopedic surgery.
How to Prevent Sports Injuries in Morgantown
When playing a sport, there is always a risk of obtaining an injury. Here are 10 tips on how to prevent sports injuries.
Common Overuse Syndromes
The following are some the most common overuse syndromes and sources of pain that are related to changes in exercise programs.
Morgantown Orthopedic Surgeon Speaks at Meeting of Combined Orthopaedic Associations
Mountainstate Orthopedic Associates’ orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Chad Poage, D.O., spoke at the 2016 Meeting of Combined Orthopaedic Associations April 15
Mountainstate Orthopedic Associates Enters New Partnership
Mountainstate Orthopedic Associates announced a collaborative partnership with Fairmont Regional Medical Center, effective December 15, 2015.
Concussion Warning Signs
Players that participate in contact sports with a high level of physicality, such as football, hockey and soccer are at risk for concussions.
Tips for Better Sports Performance in Morgantown
Following these tips can lead to better sports performance, and you may be able to avoid injury
Sports Injuries Can Lead to Fractures. What are Your Cast Options?
At MOA, we offer three different types of casts: Plaster casts, fiberglass casts and the Exos Bracing System.