

During a quarterback sneak against Denver, Patrick Mahomes dislocated his right patella (knee cap). The combination of a twist to the knee and the collision caused the patella to dislocate laterally.
It was gently put back in place by the medical staff on the field by extending the knee and pushing the patella back in place. This immediately reduced his pain. X-rays and MRI were needed to evaluate for any fracture of bone and to assess the ligaments that help keep the knee cap from dislocating again.
These studies also evaluated the alignment of the leg to see if he has predisposing factors for dislocation. Initial reports have stated that there is minimal damage to the structures around the patella. This could mean less missed playing time following rehabilitation.
AOC cordially invites you to join us for “Wine Cheese, Hips and Knees” with Total Joint Specialist Dr. Matt Barber.
Please RSVP to Shauna Dean by September 2nd, 2019:
Please join us for the groundbreaking of our new AOC Saraland Clinic – Friday, October 4th, 2019 at 11:30am, 21 Shell Street, Saraland, AL (next to Publix)
Mr Brees’ thumb injury is a fairly common one amongst athletes at all levels. Commonly referred to as gamekeeper’s or skier’s thumb, it involves a rupture of one of the key stabilizing ligaments to the thumb MCP joint (knuckle). This ligament is critical for activities that involve strong pinch or grip or grasp. This used to be a season-ending injury, however recent advancements in surgical techniques have greatly reduced recovery times. More recently multiple high-level professional athletes, including Mike Trout in 2017, have been able to return to play within the 6-8 week range.
Springhill Medical Center and AOC present Is Robotic Joint Replacement For Me?, a lecture by Total Joint Specialist Matt Barber, MD of Alabama Orthopaedic Clinic, P.C.
5:30 PM on September 17th, at AOC with Matt Barber MD
Light refreshments provided by StrykerActive, manufacturer of the MAKO surgical robot for hips and knees.
To register, call 251-461-4230. Please leave a message. Seating is limited.
Dr. Barber visited the Uncle Henry morning show on Friday (August 16th) to discuss joint replacement advances including robotic surgery, custom implants and outpatient options.
AOC cordially invites you to join us for Dinner & More with Matthew Barber, MD Total Joint Specialist & Kevin Donahoe, MD Spine Specialist.
Please RSVP to Shauna Dean by August 22nd, 2019:
Please RSVP to Shauna Dean by August 22nd, 2019: