20 Mar Dealing With Osteoarthritis: Non-Surgical Strategies for Joint Pain Management

Posted at 16:50h in Back Pain, Hands and Feet Pain, Hip Pain, Home, Knee Pain, Lower Back Pain, Neck Pain by Susan Sorosky MD

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Living with joint pain caused by osteoarthritis can be challenging, affecting not only your mobility but also your overall quality of life. At Desert Spine & Sports Physicians, we understand the impact of osteoarthritis and are here to guide you through effective non-surgical strategies for...

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15 Mar Congratulations to Dr. Susan Sorosky and Dr. Brad Sorosky, Top Doc 2024 Winners

Posted at 18:00h in Home, Top Docs by Susan Sorosky MD

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Desert Spine and Sports Physicians are thrilled to announce that Dr. Susan Sorosky and Dr. Brad Sorosky have been recognized as 2024 Top Doctors by PHOENIX Magazine! This prestigious Top Doctor award acknowledges the exceptional skill and dedication of Valley physicians chosen by their peers. Dr....

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06 Feb What Are Ultrasound-Guided Injections?

Posted at 16:21h in Home, Pain Injections by Susan Sorosky MD

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Ultrasound-guided injections utilize advanced imaging technology to precisely deliver medications into joints, tendons, bursas, and other musculoskeletal tissues. This technique enhances accuracy and effectiveness while improving safety. At Desert Spine and Sport Physicians, our musculoskeletal experts utilize ultrasound guidance to deliver a wide variety of...

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18 Jan Unlocking Comfort: How to Beat Work-Related Pain in Your Office or Outdoor

Posted at 19:45h in Back Pain, Home, Lower Back Pain by Susan Sorosky MD

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With its bustling business districts and thriving construction projects, Phoenix has a diverse working demographic. No matter the occupation, from the financial analyst behind a desk to the craftsman on the construction site, the importance of maintaining physical well-being transcends job titles. Whether your job...

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21 Dec 5 Exercises to Prevent Back & Spinal Injuries

Posted at 21:20h in Back Pain, Home, Lower Back Pain by Susan Sorosky MD

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Research shows that nearly two million people suffer a back injury each year, and that 80% of adults will injure their back at least once. From strained muscles and herniated discs to arthritis, a back injury can reduce mobility and productivity, even after it is...

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22 Nov Tackling Sciatica and Radiculopathy: Non-Surgical Treatment Options

Posted at 17:01h in Back Pain, Home by Susan Sorosky MD

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Sciatica is a common term patients use to describe the symptoms that occur when lumbar radiculopathy, or a pinched nerve in the low back, occurs. Radiculopathy can cause a shooting pain that typically feels like it starts in the gluteal region and then travels down...

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15 Nov Play Smart: Recognizing and Treating Pickleball Injuries

Posted at 20:37h in Home, Sports Medicine by Susan Sorosky MD

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Pickleball has quickly become America's fastest-growing sport, with players of all ages flocking to courts across the country. As fun as the sport can be, the quick starts and stops, lunges, and arm motions of pickleball can also put players at risk for injury. According...

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17 Oct Guide to Getting and Recovering from Spinal Injections: What to Expect and Post-Care 

Posted at 19:12h in Home, Pain Injections by Susan Sorosky MD

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By Alan Stupnitsky, MD For many grappling with chronic neck or chronic back pain in Phoenix, spinal injections represent a beacon of hope, offering the potential for pain relief and restored mobility. Beyond the procedure itself, knowing what to anticipate beforehand and understanding the recovery process...

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17 Dec Is My Lower Back or Hip Pain from Sacroiliac Joint Dysfunction?

Posted at 16:23h in Back Pain, Hip Pain, Home, Lower Back Pain by William Lian MD

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By William Lian MD Sacroiliac joint (SIJ) pain has long been an under-recognized and under-diagnosed cause of pain. Lower back pain (LBP) is the most common cause of chronic pain in the United States, with up to 84% of adults experiencing it at some point in...

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02 Dec What is a Physiatrist?

Posted at 18:38h in Arthritis, Back Pain, Hip Pain, Home, Lumbar Spine Disease, Meniscus Tears, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Neck Pain, Sports Medicine, Stem Cell Therapies, Telemedicine by Julie Hastings MD

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by Julie Hastings MD and Susan Sorosky MD A ‘physiatrist ‘ (pronounced ‘fizz i’ a trist’) is a physician who specializes in Physiatry, also known as Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation or PM&R, one of the 24 medical specialties certified by the American Board of Medical Specialties....

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