Dr. Badia In The News

Arthroscopic Options for Treating a Painful, Arthritic Thumb

Pain relief is more available than ever for treating a painful arthritic thumb, thanks to the development of ever-newer technologies, says Miami-based orthopedic surgeon Alejandro Badia MD. Dr. Badia, a noted specialist in disorders and injuries of the hand, wrist and upper limbs, is using the BioPro® Modular Thumb Implant as an effective alternative for…

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The Double-Edged Sword of Private Equity in Orthopedics: OrthoNOW’s Dr. Alejandro Badia weighs in

Alejandro Badia, MD, is the founder of the OrthoNOW orthopedic walk-in clinics. Dr. Badia specializes in hand and upper extremity surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons. Here, Dr. Badia shares his thoughts on private equity in orthopedics, outpatient total joints and more.

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COVID-19 Expected to Overwhelm Hospitals; Hand and Upper Limb Surgeon Dr. Alejandro Badia with Badia Hand to Shoulder Center and OrthoNOW® Offers Options, Tips

Orthopedic Physician Dr. Badia from Badia Hand to Shoulder Center say that COVID-19 Expected to Overwhelm Hospitals Not only can… Read More

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Do You Have Mommy Wrist?

Becoming a mother has its share of joys and challenges. Now it seems like it has its share of pain as well, specifically for women with de Quervain’s tenosynovitis, a thumb-tendon disorder. The disorder can mean sheer pain, according to orthopedic surgeon Alejandro Badia, M.D., who says the condition limits a person’s ability to grasp, grip, and pinch; inhibits the use of the hand; and limits the range of motion in the wrist.

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Don’t Let DIY Become “Do it to Yourself”

It’s spring, and thoughts turn to improving and updating your home. Doing it on your own can save money and provide a sense of achievement. But plan those projects carefully, because do-it-yourself (DIY) often becomes “do-it-to-yourself.” For orthopedic physicians, DIY season usually means another round of treating lacerations, fractures and joint dislocations, along with…

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Bracing for Fall Could Prove Bad News for Elbow Joint

The elbow is critical for arm movement. A fracture of that joint may result in significant pain and swelling; limit the arm’s rotation, flexion and extension; cause numbness in the arm or hand; and damage soft tissue or one or more of the major nerves and blood vessels traveling through the elbow,” Dr. Badia says. “Oftentimes, surgery is necessary to repair it.

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