Ortho El Paso

02/07/2026

Can Lindsey Vonn win despite a torn ACL?

This is a question our doctors are being asked by our patients. And, the answer is…yes, it is physically possible for Lindsey Vonn to compete and potentially win, though her chances are significantly altered compared to a fully healthy state.

Despite completely tearing her left ACL one week before the competition, Vonn has successfully completed training runs in Cortina. She has declared her intention to compete in the downhill event and will rely on a knee brace and immense physical conditioning to stabilize the joint in place of the torn ligament.

We wish Lindsey Vonn best of luck and no further injury. Go USA!

Lindsey Vonn's Olympic comeback isn't about winning. It's about showing up at the start gate Sunday.

02/07/2026

SUPER BOWL SNACK FACTS
Did You Know...

Super Bowl Sunday is the second-biggest eating day of the year for Americans.

The most popular Super Bowl snack is chicken wings with 1.25 billion wings eaten. This is equivalent to 162.5 million pounds of chicken.

Potato chips are a favorite snack, with 11 million pounds eaten during the Super Bowl.

4 million pounds of pretzels are eaten during the Super Bowl.

And, 325 million gallons of beer are consumed during Super Bowl weekend, which is enough to fill an Olympic-sized pool almost 2,000 times.

What is your favorite Super Bowl snack?

02/04/2026

Celebrating National Women Physicians Day

02/02/2026

BREAKING NEWS!
The world’s most famous soothsaying groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil, has declared six more weeks of winter. What does that mean for us? Continued beautiful El Paso weather!
we❤️elpaso

01/29/2026

We are excited to be practicing out of our new westside office! It has been a great convenience for many of our patients to have the second location at 5551 N. Mesa Street, El Paso 79912.

Ortho El Paso: Expert Care. Close to Home.
www.orthoep.com 915-249-4000

01/26/2026

TREATMENT FOR CARPAL TUNNEL SYNDROME
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is a painful condition of the hand and fingers caused by compression of a major nerve. It is commonly caused by repetitive motions over a long period like typing, parts assembly or the like. The pain felt by Carpal Tunnel is intense and hardly ever gets better on its own. Here’s what you can do about your symptoms of carpal tunnel: https://www.orthoep.com/blog/carpal-tunnel-syndrome-and-treatmentl

01/26/2026

It is a pretty sight when it snows in El Paso but it does make for dangerous conditions. Take precautions when stepping out, even if just doing so at home. Slips and falls happen more in wintertime than any other time of the year.
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01/21/2026

POST SURGERY NO-NO's
Doing too much too soon after an orthopedic surgery can put you at risk for further injury, inflammation and additional pain. After surgery, it is important for you to avoid certain activities including strenuous exercises, driving, and even certain foods and drinks. You should also be careful about infections and take your medications as prescribed. For a list of the No No's, visit https://www.orthoep.com/blog/post-surgery-no-no-s

01/19/2026

01/10/2026

MEET OUR DOCTORS
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01/07/2026

JANUARY IS NATIONAL BLOOD DONOR MONTH
Blood donation is not just for emergencies. It’s crucial for surgeries, chronic illnesses and cancer treatments.

FACTS:
o only 3% of people donate blood when 65% can
o a single blood donation can save multiple lives
o a 1% increase in donors could help alleviate shortages
o 25% of donated blood goes to cancer patients
o 1 in 83 deliveries requires a transfusion

01/06/2026

THE 3 MOST COMMON SKI INJURIES

Skiing is fun. It’s also very dangerous and easy to sustain injury while participating in the sport. Falls while skiing are inevitable. Even the best skiers will fall sometimes.

The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons reported on data gathered from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, noting winter sports accident figures and snow skiing, at 76,000 injuries per year seeking treatment, is the highest.

Here are the 3 most common ski injuries and how you may avoid them: https://www.orthoep.com/blog/the-3-most-common-ski-injuries-and-ways-to-prevent-them