Hands-On Orthopedics & Injury Center

02/04/2026

02/03/2026

Everyone else was doing it, so we caved 🤷‍♀️
Introducing Dr. R. Brian Williams, caricature edition. Bigger personality, same legend!! 🤩🙌

01/01/2026

🎉 Happy New Year from all of us at Hands-On Orthopedics & Injury Center!
Thank you for trusting us with your care. We wish you a healthy, happy, and active year ahead.

📣Just a reminder: our offices are closed today in observance of New Year’s Day.

12/31/2025

⏰ Reminder: Our offices will be closing at 12 PM today and will be closed tomorrow, January 1st as we ring in the New Year. We’ll reopen on Friday, January 2nd at 8:30 am. Wishing everyone a safe and happy New Year! 🎉

12/18/2025

🚨Just a reminder that our office will be closing at 2:00 PM today, Thursday, December 18, 2025 for our employee appreciation luncheon. The office will reopen on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM.

12/15/2025

🔔IMPORTANT HOLIDAY OFFICE HOURS REMINDER!🔔

As the holidays get closer, this is just a reminder about our modified hours.

Our office will be closing at 2:00 PM on Thursday, December 18, 2025 for our employee appreciation luncheon. The office will reopen on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM.

📆 Holiday Hours:
December 24-26: Closed
January 1, 2026: Closed

Our office will be closing at 12:00 PM on December 31, 2025.

Thank you all for your support throughout the year!✨🎁

12/10/2025

💺✨ Desk Job? Keep Your Body Happy With These Simple Tips & Stretches! ✨💺

Sitting for hours can sneak up on your posture, energy, and overall comfort — but a few small habits can make a huge difference. Here are some quick, work-friendly tips to keep you feeling your best ⬇️

🌟 1. Follow the 30–2 Rule

Every 30 minutes, take 2 minutes to stand, walk, or stretch. Your spine will love you for it!

🌟 2. Set Up Your Desk for Success

Top of screen at eye level
Feet flat on the floor
Hips slightly above knees
Keep shoulders relaxed

🌟 3. Try These Quick Stretches at Your Desk

🧘 Neck Stretch

Tilt your head gently toward one shoulder, hold 15–20 seconds, switch sides. Releases built-up tension.

🧘 Seated Spinal Twist

Sit tall, rotate your torso to one side while holding the back of your chair. Repeat on the other side. Great for stiff mid-backs!

🧘 Wrist + Forearm Stretch

Extend one arm forward, gently pull back on the fingers with your other hand. Perfect for heavy keyboard users.

🧘 Chest Opener

Clasp your hands behind you (or hold onto your chair), lift your chest, and open your shoulders. Counteracts that “desk hunch”.

🧘 Hamstring Stretch

Extend one leg out in front of you with your heel on the floor, lean forward slightly. Easy and effective.

🌟 4. Don’t Forget to Hydrate!

Water helps fight fatigue — and gives you another reason to stand up and refill.

🌟 5. Micro-Movements Count

Ankle circles, shoulder rolls, calf raises — tiny motions keep blood flowing.

Sitting all day doesn’t have to mean stiffness or soreness. Your body just wants a little movement love! 💛

Which stretch will you try first? 👇

12/08/2025

📣 IMPORTANT OFFICE CLOSURE ANNOUNCEMENT📣

On Thursday, December 18, 2025, our offices will be closing at 2:00 PM for our employee appreciation luncheon. The office will reopen on Friday, December 19, 2025 at 8:30 AM. We appreciate your understanding!

12/04/2025

🔔Holiday Office Hours Update!🔔

As we celebrate the holiday season, our offices will be adjusting our hours.

📅Holiday Hours:
December 24-26: Closed
January 1, 2026: Closed

Our office will be closing at 12:00 PM on December 31.

Thank you for your support this year! Wishing you and your families a warm and joyful holiday season.✨🎁

12/03/2025

📣EXCITING ANNOUNCEMENT📣

The Hands-On Orthopedic office is proud to be a Gold Sponsor for the upcoming Personal Injury Summit in Tampa this March 7, 2026! For all those interested in attending, you can purchase tickets using our promo code for $20 off each ticket.

Visit the website www.PiSummitFL.com and be sure to use our code, HANDS20, at checkout!

For more information, check out the flyers below!⬇️

We hope to see you there🤩

12/03/2025

What You Should Know About Sciatica 🤔

If you've ever felt a sharp, radiating pain from your lower back down your leg, it could be sciatica, a condition that affects millions of people every year.

📝 What Causes Sciatica?

Sciatica happens when the sciatic nerve becomes irritated or compressed. Common causes include:

🔹Herniated or bulging discs
🔹Spinal Stenosis (narrowing of the spine)
🔹Piriformis Syndrome
🔹Degenerative disc changes
🔹Prolong sitting or poor posture

⚠️ Common Symptoms

Sciatica can feel different for everyone, but typical symptoms include:

🔹Sharp, burning or shooting pain down one leg
🔹Numbness or tingling in the leg or foot
🔹Muscle weakness
🔹Pain that worsens with sitting, coughing or bending

💡Treatment Options

The good news? Most cases of sciatica improve with proper care. Treatment options may include:
🔹Physical therapy to strengthen and improve mobility
🔹Anti-inflammatory medication (as advised by a provider)
🔹Heat/Ice Therapy
🔹Lifestyle changes such as posture correction or activity modification
🔹Advanced options, like injections or surgical evaluation for persistent cases

🥼 If you're experiencing symptoms of sciatica, call us today for the care and support you need!

727-645-0925 or 813-945-BONE (2663)