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Dr. Jacob Lewis Brennan, MD is an orthopedist in Boerne, TX specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. Dr. Jacob Lewis Brennan, MD is affiliated with UT Health San Antonio and University Health.
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Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
Dr. Jacob Lewis Brennan, MD graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. He completed residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio and Affiliated Hospitals (2024)
Licensed In: Texas
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Dr. Jacob Lewis Brennan, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: BlueCross BlueShield of Texas, Superior Health Plan, WellCare Medicare Advantage, WellCare, Medicare Advantage, TriWest, AARP, MultiPlan, HealthSpring, United Healthcare HMO, United Healthcare EPO, Blue Choice, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, Blue California, HealthSmart, Employers Health Network, First Health, Trustmark , WellPoint, Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial (Multiple Payers), Veterans Administration - Governmental, Curative - Commercial (All Products), Aetna Health - Transplant ONLY, Allegiance - Universal Benefits Consortium, EBSO Benefits - Third Party Administrator, Point Comfort Underwriters - Refugee Medical Assistance (Adults, Children), CHAMPVA - Governmental, Aetna Health - Commercial (HMO, Managed Choice POS, Meritain, Open Choice PPO), Aetna Health - Commercial (QPOS, SAISD, Select), 90 Degree Benefits - Third Party Administrator, Sales Claims Management - Workers Compensation, Entrust - Third Party Administrator, Private Healthcare Systems - Commercial (All Products), Imagine 360 - Third Party Administrator, University of Incarnate Word - Direct Contact with Employer, Aetna Better Health - CHIP/CHIP Perinate Newborn, 6 Degrees - Transplant, Independent Medical Systems - Workers Compensation, LifeTrac - Transplant Network, Ancira Enterprises - Direct Employer, Independent Medical Systems - Commercial (PPO), Injury Management Organization - Workers Compensation, Interlink - Transplant Network, Gilsbar - Third Party Administrator, Universal Benefits Consortium (Allegiance) - Direct Contract with TPA/Broker for select ISDs, Benefit Administrative Systems - Third Party Administrator, Velocity National Provider Network - Commercial (PPO), OptumHealth - Transplant Network, Tokio Marine - Transplant Network, El Paso Health - CHIP, Imperial Health - Commercial (Exchange) and Aetna Health - Commercial (Choice POS II, Elect Choice EPO, Exchange (Silver/Gold HMO)).
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Dr. Jacob Brennan sees patients in Boerne, TX and San Antonio, TX. His medical specialty is orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. His clinical interests include strains, knee problems, and tumor. He appears to be in-network for Trustmark, Blue California, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. Dr. Brennan attended medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. Dr. Brennan completed his residency training at a hospital affiliated with the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio. He is professionally affiliated with UT Health San Antonio and the University Health. He welcomes new patients at his office inSan Antonio, TX as reported by UT Health San Antonio.
