Arthritis & Sports Orthopaedics, Physical Therapy & Wellness

11/21/2025

🎉 Our Food Drive Was a Huge Success! 🥫❤️

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our staff and patients, this year’s food drive was one of our 𝘮𝘰𝘴𝘵 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘧𝘶𝘭 𝘦𝘷𝘦𝘳!

We are so grateful for every donation, big and small. Your kindness and community spirit will make a meaningful difference for local families in need this season.

👏 𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘁𝗼 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗱, 𝘀𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗱, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗲𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁. We’re proud to be part of a community that always shows up for others.

11/19/2025

✨ Get to Know Our Foot and Ankle Physician — Dr. Sriya Babu! ✨

Dr. Sriya Babu is a board-certified podiatric physician and fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon at Arthritis & Sports. She has quickly become the go-to expert for foot and ankle injuries, helping our patients return to the activities they love most.

As a fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Babu provides advanced, patient-centered care for a full range of conditions — from everyday injuries to the most complex cases. Her multi-disciplinary approach ensures each patient receives a customized treatment plan designed for long-term success.

Dr. Babu treats a wide variety of conditions, including:
✔ Advanced foot & ankle trauma
✔ Reconstructive and revisional surgery
✔ Rearfoot and ankle fusion
✔ Sports injuries
✔ Arthritic disorders
✔ Ligament and tendon repair
✔ Minimally invasive foot & ankle surgery
✔ Total ankle replacement
✔ Charcot neuroarthropathy

If you’re dealing with foot or ankle pain, our newest specialist is here to help.

📞 Call 703-444-5000 to schedule your appointment today!

Arthritis & Sports | Sterling, VA | Dr. Sriya Babu is a fellowship-trained podiatric surgeon at Arthritis & Sports' Sterling and South Riding locations in Northern Virginia. As a board-certified foot and ankle podiatric surgeon, Dr. Babu treats a variety of jone and joint conditions.

11/14/2025

🌟 Ready to reignite your recovery mindset? 🌟

If you're on the journey of physical therapy, check out this article from Arthritis & Sports — it’s full of motivation gems to keep you moving forward! 💪

👉 Key takeaways:
✅ Set clear, realistic goals and celebrate small wins.
✅ Build a support system to stay accountable.
✅ Track your progress — it’s inspiring to see how far you’ve come.
✅ Make your routine enjoyable with music or podcasts.
✅ Communicate openly with your therapist for the best results.

✨ Your journey might feel long, but each small step counts. Embrace the process, celebrate your wins, and keep that momentum going.

Ready to level up your recovery? This is your reminder that 𝙮𝙤𝙪’𝙫𝙚 𝙜𝙤𝙩 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨! 🙌

11/11/2025

🇺🇸 Honoring Our Veterans 🇺🇸

Today, we proudly honor all who have served and continue to serve our nation. Your courage, dedication, and sacrifice inspire us every day.

To every veteran from every branch of the military — thank you for your service, your bravery, and the example you set for us all.

We salute you today and always.

11/10/2025

💙 Happy National Nurse Practitioner Week! 💙

This week, we’re celebrating Nurse Practitioner Week and giving a huge shoutout to our incredible NP, Lisa Siddall, for the exceptional care, compassion, and personal attention she provides to every patient at Arthritis & Sports! 👏

Observed during the second week of November, National Nurse Practitioner Week recognizes the vital role NPs play in delivering high-quality healthcare — helping patients stay healthy, manage chronic conditions, and get the treatment they need to live their best lives.

If you’re visiting our office this week, be sure to thank Lisa in person — or drop a note of appreciation in the comments below! 💬
📍 Sterling & South Riding, VA
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11/07/2025

🌟 Celebrating Ashley, One of Our Exceptional Physical Therapists! 🌟

We’re proud to recognize Ashley, one of our outstanding physical therapists at Arthritis & Sports, as she celebrates 7 years of dedicated service! 🙌

Over the years, Ashley has made a lasting impact by helping countless patients recover, rebuild strength, and return to the activities they love. Her commitment to personalized physical therapy, patient care, and improving lives is truly inspiring.

👏 Join us in congratulating Ashley on this incredible milestone and thanking her for her tireless dedication to patient care in the comments below! 👇👇👇

11/05/2025

✨ Patient Spotlight ✨

We’re so thankful for amazing patients like Calista Locke, who shared this wonderful 5-star review about her family’s experience with Dr. Holden:
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“I have had nothing but good experiences so far. I brought my son in for knee pain to see Dr. Holden. She was great with him and explained everything thoroughly. I liked her so much that when he broke his arm a few months later, I took him straight to her! He was terrified of doctors after the ER visit, but Dr. Holden and her staff were patient and kind. They convinced him to change the splint to a brace by explaining that it looked just like Batman’s armor. 😍 I even made an appointment for my own ankle as we were leaving his last visit.”

At Arthritis & Sports, our orthopedic specialists are dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care for the whole family — from kids to grandparents. Whether you’re experiencing joint pain, sports injuries, or chronic orthopedic issues, our team is here to help you heal, move, and live better. 💙

👉 If you’re looking for trusted orthopedic care in Northern Virginia, visit us in Sterling or South Riding, or learn more about our expert providers at arthritisandsports.com.

📍 Sterling & South Riding, VA
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Arthritis & Sports | Sterling, VA | Dr. Candice Holden is a fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon at Arthritis & Sports' Sterling and South Riding locations in Northern Virginia. As a board-certified pediatric orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Holden has over 20 years of experience treating children for a va...

11/03/2025

🩻 It’s National Radiologic Technology Week! 🩻

At Arthritis & Sports, we’re proud to celebrate our incredible team of radiologic technologists — the experts behind every high-quality image that helps our providers diagnose and treat our patients accurately. ✨

Their skill, precision, and dedication make exceptional care possible every single day. 💙

If you’re visiting the office this week, take a moment to thank our amazing x-ray techs — or drop a ❤️ in the comments to show your appreciation!

10/31/2025

Did you know that of all the holidays, Halloween ranked as the fourth highest in number of children emergency room visits? Ensure that everyone has a safe holiday on the trick-or-treat trail by taking these simple precautions from the American Academy of Pediatrics when trick-or-treating:

🎃 If your kids are under 12, a parent or responsible adult should always accompany trick-or-treaters on their neighborhood rounds. Make sure your older children go out in a group and not alone. Agree on their proposed route and set a curfew for when you expect them home.

💀 Remain on well-lit streets and carry flashlights.

🍬 Stay safe and walk on the sidewalk. If you must walk in the road, walk facing traffic along the outside edge.

👻 Cross the street at crosswalks, in plain sight and as a group if possible. It’s hard for motorists to see trick-or-treaters. Don’t cross between parked cars or from driveways.

🍫 Keep a cellphone handy and make sure your children know how to call 9-1-1.

10/29/2025

💬 Patient Spotlight: Bob K’s Success Story

“I’ve had two surgeries with Dr. Goodwin — a knee procedure and a recent rotator cuff & biceps tendon repair — and both experiences have been excellent! He used arthroscopic techniques and PRP therapy to repair the torn tendons in my shoulder, and everything has gone smoothly so far.

Dr. Goodwin is professional, confident, and makes you feel you’re in good hands. The staff at Arthritis & Sports Orthopaedics and Physical Therapy is fantastic, friendly, and well organized. I even received photos from the surgery — Dr. Goodwin’s precision work truly shows!”

⭐ We’re so grateful for your kind words, Bob! Our team is dedicated to providing advanced orthopedic care and helping patients get back to doing what they love — pain-free.

10/24/2025

Hot off the press 🔥🔥🔥

We’re thrilled to announce that Dr. Randall Peyton and Dr. Matthew Griffith have once again been named among Washingtonian Magazine’s 2025 Top Doctors! 🏆

This marks 15 consecutive years of recognition for their excellence in orthopedic surgery and patient care — a true reflection of our “Patients First, Improve Lives” philosophy here at Arthritis & Sports.

Join us in congratulating our incredible team for this outstanding achievement and grab the latest Washingtonian Mag's Top Doctors issue — on stands now!

10/22/2025

🌟 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗗𝗮𝘆! 🌟

Today we celebrate the incredible 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘀 who keep our orthopedic team running smoothly every single day! 💙 From assisting in procedures to preparing patients for our medical providers — their hard work and compassion make a huge difference in every patient’s experience.

At 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝘀 & 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀, our Medical Assistants are an essential part of our mission to put 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗙𝗶𝗿𝘀𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀. 🩺

Whether they’re supporting our fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeons, helping with regenerative therapies, or providing comfort before and after treatment, their dedication shines in all they do.

👏 Join us in thanking our amazing Medical Assistants for their commitment, compassion, and excellence in patient care!