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Dr. Mary C. Sargent, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Austin, TX specializing in sports medicine and pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. She graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Mary C. Sargent, MD is affiliated with Ascension, Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas, St. David's HealthCare, Dell Seton Medical Center, The University of Texas (UT) System, St. David's Children's Hospital, Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin, Dell Children's Medical Center North Campus and Ascension Seton Northwest.
1301 Barbara Jordan Boulevard Suite 300
Austin, TX 78723
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. Mary C. Sargent, MD graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. She completed residency at Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery and has a state license in Texas.
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine
Residency: Tulane University Affiliated Hospitals
Board Certification: The American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery
Licensed In: Texas
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Mary C. Sargent, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
Medinc of Texas |
$3,287
ARTHREX PRODUCT LINE KNEE & HIP ARTHROSCOPY $340 |
$2,947 |
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Stryker Corporation |
$317
TRAUMA & EXTREMITIES $134 |
Mako $108 |
Variax $37 |
T2 $20 |
Allowrap $18 |
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. |
$65
KNEES $65 |
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Smith+Nephew, Inc. |
$34
NovoStitch $34 |
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KCI USA, Inc. |
$17
PREVENA $17 |
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Other |
$25
Exogen $14 |
IM NAILS $11 |
Education | $3,258 |
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Food and Beverage | $488 |
Dr. Mary Sargent is a medical specialist in pediatric orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. Areas of particular interest for Dr. Sargent include dislocation, sports health, and spine problems. She is affiliated with Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas, Dell Seton Medical Center, and St. David's HealthCare. Dr. Sargent is a graduate of Baylor College of Medicine. Her medical residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Tulane University.