Hands-On Orthopedics & Injury Center

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)

12/02/2025

✨TESTIMONIAL TUESDAY✨
Another 5-star experience!⭐ We are so grateful for our amazing patients who make what we do so meaningful. Thank you for choosing us!

📣If you've had a great experience with us, leave a review- we'd love to hear from you too!💛

12/01/2025

We are thrilled to announce that we are a sponsor for the Personal Injury Summit this upcoming March in Tampa! Dr. Williams will be speaking at the Summit and we’ll have a table set up to meet and greet with you. Click the link below for more tickets and information⬇️

Today we'd like to thank Hands-On Orthopedics & Injury Center for their support of our upcoming Personal Injury Summit in Tampa!

Get to know Hands-On Orthopedics & Injury Center:

Hands-On Orthopedics & Injury Center provides expert diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation for bone, joint, and muscle injuries. Led by board-certified orthopedic surgeon, our team provides expert, hands-on care for patients of all ages — from athletes and active individuals to those recovering from accidents or chronic joint issues. We offer personalized surgical and non-surgical care to relieve pain, restore mobility, and help patients return to their active lives.

Sponsor Registration deadline is January 23, 2026.

Get your all-inclusive Early Bird tickets by Friday, December 19, 2025 at www.PiSummitFL.com

For more information, contact us at info@ambgroupcorp.com or call/text (786)881-9311.

11/27/2025

🍁Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Hands-On Orthopedics!🦃

We're so thankful for our wonderful patients, incredible team and the support we receive from out community every day!

May your holiday be filled with warmth, good food and time spent with the people who matter the most.

From our family to yours, wishing you a safe, joyful and relaxing Thanksgiving!🍂🍁💛

-Dr. Williams and the Hands-On Orthopedic Team

11/26/2025

🍁HOLIDAY UPDATE🍁

Just a reminder that our office will be closed tomorrow, November 27 and Friday, November 28, 2025. We will resume regular office hours on Monday, December 1, 2025.

Wishing you a warm and wonderful holiday!🦃🍂

11/26/2025

🤕 Bursitis or Tendinitis?

If you’ve been dealing with stubborn joint or tendon pain, here’s a quick breakdown of what might be going on—and what can help.

🔍 What’s the Difference?
🔷Bursitis = inflammation of the bursa (small fluid-filled sacs that cushion your joints)

🔷Tendinitis = inflammation of a tendon (the tissue that connects muscle to bone)

Both can cause pain, stiffness, and swelling—especially in the shoulder, elbow, hip,
or knee.

📌 Common Causes:

🔥 Repetitive movements

💼 Poor posture or workplace ergonomics

🏋️‍♂️ Sudden increase in activity or heavy lifting

⏳ Aging or reduced tissue flexibility

⚡ Direct trauma or pressure on a joint

💫 Underlying conditions (some forms of arthritis, etc.)

💡 Treatment & Relief Tips:

✔️ Rest the area — avoid movements that worsen the pain

❄️ Ice for the first 24–48 hours to reduce inflammation

🌡️ Heat later on to relax tight muscles (if recommended)

🧘 Gentle stretching to restore mobility

💊 OTC anti-inflammatory meds (if appropriate for you)

🏥 Physical therapy to improve mechanics and prevent recurrence

🪑 Ergonomic adjustments to reduce strain during daily activities

If pain is severe, persistent, or keeps coming back, a healthcare professional can provide targeted treatment options.

✨ Take care of your joints—they work hard for you every day!

👉If you're experiencing joint pain, call us today for the care and support you need!

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