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Countryside Orthopaedics

703-858-1800

19465 Deerfield Avenue, Suite 405, Leesburg, VA 20176

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Protecting Your Hands In The Kitchen

Most of us don’t think of avocados and bagels as health hazards. But you may be surprised to learn that they cause thousands of injuries each year. To be more precise, we sometimes hurt ourselves when cutting our favorite foods. Kitchen knife injuries to the hands are more common than we think. The American Society for Surgery of the Hand offers helpful hints on how to cut an avocado--and why it’s … [Read more...]

How Can I Avoid Injury When Shoveling Snow?

In Northern Virginia, we love a good snowfall. Heavy snows are usually rare enough to be fun and exciting for most folks in the Mid-Atlantic. But snow means shoveling to keep walkways clear. You might be surprised at the number of snow shoveling injuries reported each year. But there are ways to shovel safely and reduce the risk of getting hurt. What Are Common Snow Shoveling Injuries? A 2011 … [Read more...]

What Happens If I Don’t Keep Moving?

There are so many reasons to stay active at every age. We want to look good and feel good. Physical activity gets your blood flowing, keeps bones and muscles strong and joints flexible. Experts have discovered some eye-opening information about what happens if we stop moving. When we stop exercising, we see an increased risk for heart disease and other illnesses, damage to our joints, and adverse … [Read more...]

What Are The Signs of Arthritis In My Hands and Fingers?

Maybe it dawns on us when opening a jar becomes a challenge. Or when holding that tennis racquet doesn’t feel like it used to. When stiff, swollen fingers make daily tasks difficult, arthritis may be the cause. The small joints of the fingers are the most arthritis-prone spot on your body. And while arthritis isn’t the only cause of stiff fingers, it’s one of the big ones, especially in older … [Read more...]

How Much Exercise Should I Get Every Day?

For many of us, exercise is the secret to staying sane in the most challenging times. Like diet and nutrition, staying active is a crucial tool in fighting our nation’s obesity epidemic. But the benefits go far beyond weight loss. Physical activity makes us healthier and happier. It helps us keep a positive outlook and make social connections. And it helps seniors live longer and maintain a higher … [Read more...]

Can Physical Therapy Replace Opioids for Chronic Pain? 

Chronic pain is an American epidemic. According to a 2018 CDC report, chronic pain impacts 50 million people in the U.S.-- more than 20 percent of adults. Over the last two decades, opioids became standard, and prescriptions skyrocketed. But as the medical community and the public have become aware of the negative consequences of long-term use of opioids, including addiction and overdose, it’s … [Read more...]

How Can I Find the Right Shoes for Running?

As most runners know, there’s almost always an expensive, trendy running shoe getting tons of buzz as the next great thing. But athletes, trainers, and doctors agree there’s never one perfect brand. It’s all about finding the right shoe for you--your feet, body type, and running style. But there are so many choices. What’s the best way to choose a running shoe--especially if you have past … [Read more...]

When Should I Let My Child Start Playing Football?

Football is one of the great American sports. It’s fun to watch, fun to play, and has been a high school tradition for decades. It’s a top sport for teen boys, and there are tackle leagues around the country for children as young as 5. According to a report by the American Academy of Pediatrics, there are roughly 250,000 youth football players from 5 to 15 years old in one popular nationwide … [Read more...]

What Is Sesamoiditis? Treatment, Causes, and More

Did you know there are only a few bones in our bodies that aren’t attached to other bones? They’re “floaters,” attached to tendons or muscle. These bones are called sesamoids, and the one that usually comes to mind is the kneecap. But we also have smaller sesamoid bones in our feet. They’re tiny bones at the bottom of your foot, right near your big toe. They’ve been compared to jelly beans or … [Read more...]

What Should I Do If I Think I Broke My Finger? 

Did you know you have 14 finger bones in each hand? It takes that many bones to do the fantastic things our fingers do for us every day. Our fingers are also especially susceptible to injuries. Our hands are often our first line of defense, whether we’re catching something or trying to break a fall. But we tend to adopt a more laid-back approach to finger injuries than to other bone breaks. … [Read more...]

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Orthopaedic Office: 703-858-1800
Therapy Office: 703-858-1805

Countryside Orthopaedics
19465 Deerfield Avenue, Suite 405
Leesburg, VA 20176
Fax: 703-858-1801

Serving the greater Loudoun County area, including Purcellville VA, Leesburg VA, Ashburn VA and Sterling VA.

Our orthopaedic office is open from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday through Friday, and are closed each day from 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM for lunch.

Our therapy office is open from 7:00 AM to 7 PM, Monday through Friday.

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