BEFORE THE CUT: BEFORE THE BLOOD…
What thoughts run through my mind just before the cold sharp scalpel touches MY patient’s bare skin? I will pause to collect my thoughts, take a gentle long breath …
Sports Medicine
Hormone Replacement Therapy for Men
Testosterone is the principal male hormone responsible for all things ‘Male’. Like all steroid hormones, testosterone is derived from cholesterol and serves to regulate cellular metabolism and overall body …
Dr Mora Despierta America Interview
I think my Spanish speaking colleagues and friends might like this Despierta America interview. For those that don’t know, I grew up in Peru. My first language was Spanish. …
A PAIN IN THE MOUTH:Oral Thrush
A PAIN IN THE MOUTH: One of my post- surgical patients presented one week after surgery with painful white lesions in his mouth. They hurt worse than his freshly …
My Painful Knee- a personal story
My legs were severely injured when I was hit by a bus. I survived; however my legs were left permanently damaged. I received charitable care at @shrinershospitals @lashriners. The …
The Importance of Stretching
Stretching my “hamies” en route to Arizona. If you’ve ever seen me as a patient you’ve probably heard me say that stretching is the fountain of youth. It’s not …
Surgical Treatment of Calcific Tendinitis and Rotator Cuff Tears- A Live Surgery Demonstration
Calcific tendinitis of the shoulder is a condition which usually presents with abrupt onset pain, stiffness and inflammation. It is a condition which involves the rotator cuff tendon. The …
The Cauliflower Elbow: The Stiff and Painful Elbow in MMA
The Cauliflower Elbow: The Stiff and Painful Elbow in MMA by Steve Mora MD Orange County Elbow Specialist I have been seeing more and more young active patients present …
How is Impingement and Rotator Cuff Tears Treated
How is Impingement and Rotator Cuff Tears Treated Steve A. Mora, MD Orange County Shoulder Specialist Introduction The term “Rotator Cuff” is used to describe the group of shoulder muscles …
When should PRP Be Used For The Treatment Of Arthritis?
When should PRP Be Used For The Treatment Of Arthritis? by Steve A. Mora MD Orange County Orthopedic Specialist I have personally used both Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) …
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