Amit Momaya, MD

11/05/2025

Take a look at our recently published paper on button versus screw constructs for glenoid augmentation in shoulder surgery.

https://www.momayamd.com/pdf/a-systematic-review-of-screw-and-suture-button-glenoid-augmentation-constructs-74.pdf

10/19/2025

Proud to take care of UAB football as they take down undefeated and ranked Memphis. The Battle of the Bones Trophy will reside in Birmingham!

10/18/2025

Take a look at our recent comeback story. Stephanie underwent a knee arthroscopic procedure to address cartilage and meniscal pathology and did great, allowing her to return to rugby. 🏉

https://www.momayamd.com/success-stories/stephanie-robinson/?pl=1177&plp=61528

10/17/2025

Turf toes are difficult injuries. Most don’t require surgery but pain can linger on for weeks. Take a look at our recent blog post on turf toes.

https://www.momayamd.com/blog/how-do-you-fix-a-turf-toe/?bp=48879

10/16/2025

Take a look at another recent comeback story. Meredith sustained a PCL and meniscus injury in her knee. After knee surgery and focused rehab, she has made a terrific return to beach volleyball! 🏐

https://www.momayamd.com/success-stories/meredith-scott/?pl=1177&plp=61529

10/16/2025

Subchondral fractures in the knee are often reported on MRIs. But what do they actually mean and how do you treat them? Take a look at our recent blog post.

Subchondral fractures are injuries that occur in the knee most commonly...

10/15/2025

We recently published a study examining allograft reconstruction for humeral head defects in the setting of shoulder instability. Patient reported outcomes were satisfactory for large lesions.

https://www.momayamd.com/pdf/allograft-reconstruction-for-humeral-head-defects-in-the-setting-of-shoulder-instability-a-systematic-review-73.pdf

10/13/2025

Bucket handle meniscal tears are serious injuries. Meniscal preservation becomes important in these cases for long term joint health. Check out our recent blog post. UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine

https://www.momayamd.com/blog/how-serious-is-a-bucket-handle-meniscus-tear/?bp=48815

10/10/2025

Take a look at our recent comeback story. Nicole traveled from Mississippi to see Dr. Momaya at UAB Sports Medicine regarding surgery for knee meniscal pathology. She had a terrific recovery and is now back to playing elite volleyball. UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine

https://www.momayamd.com/success-stories/nicole-miles/?pl=1177&plp=61420

10/10/2025

There continues to remain significant variability in physical therapy protocols after total shoulder arthroplasty. We take a deep dive into this topic in our recently published article.

https://www.momayamd.com/pdf/variability-in-physical-therapy-protocols-following-total-shoulder-arthroplasty-72.pdf

10/09/2025

Shoutout to Nic Trujillo, collegiate football wide receiver at ULM. He sought out Dr. Momaya after fracturing his clavicle and has made an incredible recovery, scoring a touchdown on his first play back.

https://www.momayamd.com/success-stories/nic-trujillo/?pl=1177&plp=61403

10/07/2025

Many people are confused about what activity level is safe after being diagnosed with a torn meniscus. Check out our recent blog post on the topic.

https://www.momayamd.com/blog/does-walking-on-a-torn-meniscus-make-it-worse/?bp=48717