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Jacob B Stirton
Orthopedist
<p style="box-sizing: border-box; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px 0px 20px; caret-color: #041e42; color: #041e42; font-family: 'PT Sans'; font-size: 15px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;">Jacob B. Stirton, MD is a fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon specializing in upper extremity and sports medicine at Union General Hospital. He treats a broad scope of musculoskeletal problems including sports injuries, hand and upper extremity, joint reconstruction and preservation, and trauma. Dr. Stirton is the Founder and Medical Director of the Union General Sports Medicine Program and also serves as head team physician for Young Harris College and several area high schools.</p>
<p style="box-sizing: border-box; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px 0px 20px; caret-color: #041e42; color: #041e42; font-family: 'PT Sans'; font-size: 15px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;">Dr. Stirton’s passion lies in helping his patients stay active and pain free. He sees every patient as a unique individual with unique needs. While some may be pursuing athletics at the highest level, others may simply wish to enjoy a beautiful morning walk with their dog or to finish a full day’s work pain free.</p>
<p style="box-sizing: border-box; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px 0px 20px; caret-color: #041e42; color: #041e42; font-family: 'PT Sans'; font-size: 15px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;">Dr. Stirton works to restore function and mobility so that you can return to the activities that give your life meaning; whether on the playing field or in your daily life. He enjoys taking care of athletes and active individuals of all ages. Dr. Stirton specializes in all orthopedic surgery and sports medicine conditions of the upper and lower extremities, in addition to cartilage injuries and the use of ortho-biologics.</p>
<p style="box-sizing: border-box; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px 0px 20px; caret-color: #041e42; color: #041e42; font-family: 'PT Sans'; font-size: 15px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;">Dr. Stirton’s passion lies in helping his patients stay active and pain free. He sees every patient as a unique individual with unique needs. While some may be pursuing athletics at the highest level, others may simply wish to enjoy a beautiful morning walk with their dog or to finish a full day’s work pain free.</p>
<p style="box-sizing: border-box; overflow-wrap: break-word; margin: 0px 0px 20px; caret-color: #041e42; color: #041e42; font-family: 'PT Sans'; font-size: 15px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: 100%;">Dr. Stirton works to restore function and mobility so that you can return to the activities that give your life meaning; whether on the playing field or in your daily life. He enjoys taking care of athletes and active individuals of all ages. Dr. Stirton specializes in all orthopedic surgery and sports medicine conditions of the upper and lower extremities, in addition to cartilage injuries and the use of ortho-biologics.</p>
11 years
Experience
Jacob B Stirton
- Blairsville, GA
- University of Texas
- Accepting new patients
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If I sprained my Achilles tendon, will it likely tear in the future?
Achilles tendon sprains do not necessarily lead to a higher risk of subsequent Achilles tendon ruptures. The quality and integrity of the tendon is what would determine the risk READ MORE
Achilles tendon sprains do not necessarily lead to a higher risk of subsequent Achilles tendon ruptures. The quality and integrity of the tendon is what would determine the risk for Achilles tendon rupture. Most ruptures occur in men ages 30-40, the so called “weekend warriors”. This is likely due to diminished overall fitness levels and flexibility while still trying to perform at a high level. Medications such as fluoroquinolones and injections of corticosteroid can also lead to tendon weakening and increased risk of rupture. In short, an Achilles sprain does not in and of itself lead to a higher risk of later rupture, but it may be a sign of an underlying fitness and flexibility problem which would put the patient at risk.
What is the best way to treat a sports injury?
Sprains typically take 4-6 weeks to heal. The best treatment to accelerate recovery time is rest, ice, NSAIDs, and appropriately directed therapy. Each sports injury or sprain READ MORE
Sprains typically take 4-6 weeks to heal. The best treatment to accelerate recovery time is rest, ice, NSAIDs, and appropriately directed therapy. Each sports injury or sprain should be treated on an individualized basis.
I have a wrist pain when I throw the ball. What can I do to treat it?
Wrist pain can come from many different things. Something like arthritis, which is a breakdown of the cartilage in the joint itself, would need to be diagnosed with X-rays at your READ MORE
Wrist pain can come from many different things. Something like arthritis, which is a breakdown of the cartilage in the joint itself, would need to be diagnosed with X-rays at your doctor’s office. More mild conditions like tendinitis are much more common and can typically be treated with rest, NSAIDs, and gentle stretching. Once the pain subsides you can ease back into sports activities. If the pain does not get better with that conservative treatment, you would want to seek your doctor’s opinion after a thorough examination.
What should I do to ease my pain from a hyper extended knee?
Although you may have experienced a simple knee sprain, it is also possible that your injury is more severe. A knee sprain would typically get better with rest, NSAIDs, and time. READ MORE
Although you may have experienced a simple knee sprain, it is also possible that your injury is more severe. A knee sprain would typically get better with rest, NSAIDs, and time. However, a more severe injury like a meniscus tear or ACL injury could lead to more long term complications and should be evaluated by a musculoskeletal specialist. After 3 weeks of continued pain, I would suggest seeing your doctor. You may need an MRI to rule out a more serious injury.
