Female athletes bring strength, skill, and determination to every level of competition—but they also face a unique set of health challenges that can impact their performance and long-term well-being. From a higher risk of certain injuries like ACL tears to the effects of hormonal fluctuations on...
If you're exploring regenerative medicine for pain relief or injury recovery, you’ve likely come across platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy and bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC). Both treatments use your body’s natural healing properties to promote tissue repair and reduce pain and inflammation—but they aren’t the...
Imagine this: Your chronic lower back pain is getting worse. You have been diagnosed with arthritis affecting the facet joints, paired joints on either side of the spine. Advanced imaging with an MRI confirms you have spondylosis or facet arthropathy, terms used to describe wear-and-tear...
If you’ve recently undergone Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy—or you're considering it—you may be wondering what comes next. Like any regenerative treatment, healing doesn’t happen overnight. PRP jumpstarts your body’s natural repair process, but understanding the different stages of recovery can help you set realistic expectations...
Desert Spine and Sports Physicians are thrilled to announce that Dr. Susan Sorosky and Dr. Brad Sorosky have been recognized as 2025 Top Doctors by PHOENIX Magazine! This prestigious Top Doctor award acknowledges the exceptional skill and dedication of Valley physicians chosen by their peers. Dr....
You’ve just had a platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injection, hoping for pain relief and healing, but instead of feeling better, your pain seems to be getting worse. What’s going on? This situation can be alarming for many patients, especially when they expect improvement. Increased pain after PRP...
The Achilles tendon connects the gastrocnemius, soleus, and plantaris muscles to the calcaneus. It is the largest and strongest tendon in the body, enabling foot plantarflexion, which is essential for walking, running, and jumping. However, overuse, degeneration, or repetitive stress can lead to Achilles tendinopathy....
If you’re living with osteoarthritis, you know how frustrating joint pain and stiffness can be. Simple activities like walking, climbing stairs, or even getting out of a chair may be more difficult. While medications and physical therapy help temporarily, you might be looking for more...
What is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome? Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is the most common entrapment neuropathy of the upper extremity and is due to compression of the median nerve at the level of the wrist. It is typically characterized by sensory symptoms, including pain, numbness, and paresthesias...
If you or someone you know has ever suffered from a compression fracture, then you know just how painful it can be. A vertebral compression fracture (VCF) occurs when a vertebra in your spine is weakened (such as from osteoporosis) and collapses under pressure. When...
We’re excited to welcome Dr. Paul Pannozzo to the Desert Spine and Sports Physicians team, and to announce our newest location in North Phoenix (formerly Summa Pain Care). Click here to learn more about Dr. Pannozzo and Desert Spine and Sports North Phoenix.
