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Dr. Craig W. Goodhart
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<p>Craig W. Goodhart, MD, works with OrthoTexas Physicians and Surgeons PLLC located in Flower Mound, Texas. His current practice includes sports medicine, complex joint replacement and reconstruction of the shoulder and knee specializing in use of the arthroscope, as well as general Orthopedic Surgery. For all of his success and acheivements in the past 23 years, Dr. Goodhart was named a Texas Super Doctor in 2004 by Texas Monthly magazine and currently serves on the Texas Health Ben Hogan Sports Medicine Physician Panel. Always dedicated to the field, during his time of residency at Ohio State University he was chief resident in orthopedic surgery and winner of several research awards. He remains active in orthopedic surgery by maintaining his certification with the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, and is a member to various medical associations such as the American College of Sports Medicine.</p>
Dr. Craig W. Goodhart
- CARROLLTON, TX
- Ohio State University
- Accepting new patients
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Is massage therapy good for shoulder bursitis?
This may be a little controversial among physicians. In my opinion anything that relaxes tight musculature and surrounding tissue (bursa, nerve, fascia) will benefit how the shoulder READ MORE
This may be a little controversial among physicians. In my opinion anything that relaxes tight musculature and surrounding tissue (bursa, nerve, fascia) will benefit how the shoulder works and should aid bursitis, tendonitis and Rotator cuff tears. Physiotherapy is extremely helpful in these conditions as it assists in the balancing of the muscles around the shoulder leading to better shoulder function and less risk of injury. So in short yes a well performed massage can be helpful. Good luck.
What are the symptoms of a torn ligament in the shoulder?
Torn ligaments in the shoulder are very Uncommon unless you dislocated shoulder. If you were gymnast, swimmer,over shoulder athlete( thrower, volleyball) ligament looseness is READ MORE
Torn ligaments in the shoulder are very Uncommon unless you dislocated shoulder. If you were gymnast, swimmer,over shoulder athlete( thrower, volleyball) ligament looseness is more likely. Most common problem in your age group is impingement(bursitis, tendonitis). For all of these pain with elevation and rotation occur. May have clicking (noise), catching sensation and weakness or fatigue. Night pain common with incomplete or complete rotator cuff tears. Treat by eliminating activities irritating shoulder, get on good therapy program for neck, scapula and shoulder. If no improvement over 6 weeks should be evaluated by Orthopedic surgeon. Hope this helps a little hard to answer in limited space. Good luck.
What are swollen ankles a sign of?
If both ankles are swollen with no history of previous ankle injuries then most common reasons are inflammatory arthritis (rheumatoid, psoriatic, lupus), metabolic (mineral deficiency), READ MORE
If both ankles are swollen with no history of previous ankle injuries then most common reasons are inflammatory arthritis (rheumatoid, psoriatic, lupus), metabolic (mineral deficiency), cardiac, renal or vascular. Most common are traumatic or inflammatory especially if you have no other medical issues. Good luck.
How long does it take to recover from an ankle operation?
Depends on what ankle surgery you had performed and findings at surgery. Also your expectations, walking, running, competition? Simple ankle arthroscopy 6-12+weeks, ligament reconstruction READ MORE
Depends on what ankle surgery you had performed and findings at surgery. Also your expectations, walking, running, competition? Simple ankle arthroscopy 6-12+weeks, ligament reconstruction 12-24 weeks,ankle fractures up to a year. Good luck.
What are the symptoms of tendonitis in the ankle?
Tendinitis in the ankle usually has pain over tendon with movement. Tenderness to touch (palpating). Sometimes noise (crepitous), swelling, redness (erythema) depending on severity, READ MORE
Tendinitis in the ankle usually has pain over tendon with movement. Tenderness to touch (palpating). Sometimes noise (crepitous), swelling, redness (erythema) depending on severity, location, cause. Treatment is to try to figure out the cause and stop or alter activity, ice, anti inflammatory for short time and sometimes splinting. Hope this helps. Happy New Year !
What should I wear after elbow surgery?
Good morning,
In general, many arthroscopic procedures can be sling or splint for a short period of protection. Sometimes just an elbow sleeve when swelling resolves, and READ MORE
Good morning,
In general, many arthroscopic procedures can be sling or splint for a short period of protection. Sometimes just an elbow sleeve when swelling resolves, and for more extensive surgery for fractures and reconstruction, an elbow brace.
Good luck.
In general, many arthroscopic procedures can be sling or splint for a short period of protection. Sometimes just an elbow sleeve when swelling resolves, and for more extensive surgery for fractures and reconstruction, an elbow brace.
Good luck.
How do you know if your foot is dislocated?
Dislocation of your foot is a major trauma and you would not be able to walk on it and you need to be seen in the hospital. Dislocation of a toe would be shown by deformity and READ MORE
Dislocation of your foot is a major trauma and you would not be able to walk on it and you need to be seen in the hospital. Dislocation of a toe would be shown by deformity and difficulty moving the toe. Dislocation and ankle would also be an emergency requiring you go to the hospital. Hope this helps
Can a dislocated ankle heal itself?
Yes can heal if reduced and in appropriate position with protection. If unstable after rehab then surgery would be required. If patient has certain connective tissue diseases READ MORE
Yes can heal if reduced and in appropriate position with protection. If unstable after rehab then surgery would be required. If patient has certain connective tissue diseases with other joints having looseness then early surgery may be indicated. Surgery in 7 YO rare unless ligaments interposed is rare. Good luck. Hope this helped. DrG
How long does partial hip surgery take?
I am not sure what you are referring to as far as partial hip surgery. I am guessing you are referring to Replacement of the femoral head (round part). If so you will see improvement READ MORE
I am not sure what you are referring to as far as partial hip surgery. I am guessing you are referring to Replacement of the femoral head (round part). If so you will see improvement for 3-6 months and at times even longer depending on Pre Operative condition. Hope this helps. Good luck.
What is the best treatment for osteoarthritis?
The best recommendations are: 1) weight control- your weight and things such as lifting, pushing, pulling. Can increase the force across you knee 5-7 times depending on inclInes, READ MORE
The best recommendations are:
1) weight control- your weight and things such as lifting, pushing, pulling. Can increase the force across you knee 5-7 times depending on inclInes, steps etc. so if you weigh 150, carry 20# that is 170 times 5 is like 850# across knee with stairs, inclines.
2) Appropriate activities. Do what does not inflame the knee.
3) appropriate exercise- CORE strengthening, Quadriceps and Hamstring stretching and strengthening. Avoid running, jumping etc. Physiotherapy.
4) Antiinflammatory temporarily until pain free.
5) Injections- Corticosteroids, Hyaluronic, acid, PRP.
6) Avoid any stem cells except maybe your bone marrow. Very controversial !
Hope this helps. Good Luck.
1) weight control- your weight and things such as lifting, pushing, pulling. Can increase the force across you knee 5-7 times depending on inclInes, steps etc. so if you weigh 150, carry 20# that is 170 times 5 is like 850# across knee with stairs, inclines.
2) Appropriate activities. Do what does not inflame the knee.
3) appropriate exercise- CORE strengthening, Quadriceps and Hamstring stretching and strengthening. Avoid running, jumping etc. Physiotherapy.
4) Antiinflammatory temporarily until pain free.
5) Injections- Corticosteroids, Hyaluronic, acid, PRP.
6) Avoid any stem cells except maybe your bone marrow. Very controversial !
Hope this helps. Good Luck.
How can I relieve shoulder pain?
First try to determine possible cause of pain and rest/alter activity to improve pain. Routine stretching and ice helpful and occasional anti inflammatory such as Advil/ aleve. READ MORE
First try to determine possible cause of pain and rest/alter activity to improve pain. Routine stretching and ice helpful and occasional anti inflammatory such as Advil/ aleve. Shoulder therapy under guidance of therapist or home program next. If no improvement after 3-6 weeks see an Orthopedic surgeon for evaluation, radiographs possible injection with steroid or MRI. Good luck Thanks for question.
How can I heal a sprained finger?
It really depends on which ligaments in your fingers have been injured. In general, you would splint the digit initially or buddy tape the digit depending on the hard involved. READ MORE
It really depends on which ligaments in your fingers have been injured. In general, you would splint the digit initially or buddy tape the digit depending on the hard involved. You would try to keep it iced and elevated until the swelling resolved. Then you would begin range of motion of the digit and perhaps episodic protection until full range of motion has returned. If you are having continued pain in the digit where there is any deformity, all that I would recommend you have evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon and perhaps have an X-ray performed.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Is the popping sound in my left hip caused possibly from sitting down too much?
Snapping at the hip usually comes about due to inflammation of the bursa over the hip area. You can also see it occur due to the iliotibial band. Snapping in the groin area may READ MORE
Snapping at the hip usually comes about due to inflammation of the bursa over the hip area. You can also see it occur due to the iliotibial band. Snapping in the groin area may be due to a labral tear, psoas tendinitis or early arthritic changes. If this is becoming more progressive in particular if it’s becoming more painful you should be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon before significant damage may occur. Good luck
How can you tell the difference between a strain and torn knee ligaments?
Ligaments and tendons of the knee are composed of fibers similar to strands of a rope. A year and strain are different degrees of same injury. If fibers are stretched that is a READ MORE
Ligaments and tendons of the knee are composed of fibers similar to strands of a rope. A year and strain are different degrees of same injury. If fibers are stretched that is a mild tear or strain. Some fiber fully torn and some stretched equals a moderate tear and complete tears of all fibers equals a severe tear. By clinical exam and if necessary an MRI the degree of injury can be confirmed.
What can be the cause of my wrist pain?
The most common reason is what would be called dorsal impingement. This is simply irritating the joint capsule because as you lift you extend your wrist and pinch this tissue. READ MORE
The most common reason is what would be called dorsal impingement. This is simply irritating the joint capsule because as you lift you extend your wrist and pinch this tissue. Also, could have an early stress fracture involving one of the bones of the wrist. It would be unlikely that you have significantly sprained one of the ligaments, but certainly these could be stressed causing inflammation. These are the most common reasons. I would try wrist splints or tape thing or weight lifting glove to limit extension of the rest. I would ice the rest after working out and also stretch prior to working out. If you continue to have problems with it, have an X-ray taken and an evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon.
Good luck.
Good luck.
What can I do for infected toenail?
Yes these can be uncomfortable. Generally warm soaks in clean/ soapy water, keep cuticle away from nail and nail bed. This means push skin away from nail. Clean cover with bandaid READ MORE
Yes these can be uncomfortable. Generally warm soaks in clean/ soapy water, keep cuticle away from nail and nail bed. This means push skin away from nail. Clean cover with bandaid or gauze or use open toe shoe wig covering. Antibiotic may be needed. If infection persists nail removal is treatment. Good luck.
Are orthotics enough to treat a foot bunion?
It really depends on type of bunion and areas of pain. For most bunion deformities an orthotic alone willnot correct both deformity and pain. A good foot and ankle physician should READ MORE
It really depends on type of bunion and areas of pain. For most bunion deformities an orthotic alone willnot correct both deformity and pain. A good foot and ankle physician should be able to direct you to what is best. Good luck
Why do skateboarders get ACL tears?
Major reasons for ACL injuries hyperextension of the knee as well as muscle imbalance and lack of flexibility. During development often times proprioception (nerve development) READ MORE
Major reasons for ACL injuries hyperextension of the knee as well as muscle imbalance and lack of flexibility. During development often times proprioception (nerve development) and balance is not as it should be and this makes one more likely to tear of the ACL. I would recommend routine stretching as well as working on core strengthening as an attempt to improve less chance of having an ACL injury. Also things such as plyometrics (box jumps and landing) can be very helpful.
Good luck!
Good luck!
Does wrist pain signify some type of nerve injury?
Certainly direct contact to a nerve or the hand can lead to some injury to the nerve. More common is compression neuropathy which is better known as a carpal tunnel syndrome. Repetitive READ MORE
Certainly direct contact to a nerve or the hand can lead to some injury to the nerve. More common is compression neuropathy which is better known as a carpal tunnel syndrome. Repetitive flexion and extension of the wrist can aggravate this. Best treatment is probably to try a wrist splint for a period of time and see if there’s any improvement maybe consider also some contrasting which is heat followed by ice. If this does not help you that I would have it evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon or hand surgeon. Hope this helps good luck
Why do my legs hurt when the weather changes?
Wish I could give you a true scientific answer. Most I believe it’s due this barometric pressure changes. Some people believe there’s an alteration in the metabolism around weather READ MORE
Wish I could give you a true scientific answer. Most I believe it’s due this barometric pressure changes. Some people believe there’s an alteration in the metabolism around weather changes that this would not explain one leg over the other. My best guess is that it has to do with the pressure changes around us.
