Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD is a sports medicine doctor in Lexington, NC specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine in 2005 and has 20 years of experience. Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD is affiliated with Novant Health and NOVANT HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP, LLC.
144 Forest Hill Road Suite 144 & 146
Lexington, NC 27295
211 Old Lexington Road
Thomasville, NC 27360
2101 Pease Street
Harlingen, TX 78550
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.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD treated as a sports medicine doctor in Lexington, NC were aspiration, injections, hospital care and inpatient care.
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Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD.
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The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.
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Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine in 2005. He completed residency at University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Sports Medicine and has a state license in Georgia.
Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine (2005)
Residency: University of Florida Health Science Center and Affiliated Hospitals (2010)
Board Certification: Orthopaedic Surgery Orthopaedic Sports Medicine
Licensed In: Georgia
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Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.81 out of 5 stars based on 182 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Lexington, NC.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Steven McNeal Potter, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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Oxford $902 |
Product Portfolio $39 |
Accuvision MIS $7 |
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Ultrasound Bone Healing $15 |
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Dr. Steven Potter is a specialist in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and sports medicine. His areas of clinical interest consist of shoulder surgery, knee surgery, and osteoarthritis. Patient reviews placed him at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Dr. Potter attended the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and then went on to complete his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Florida Health Science Center. He is professionally affiliated with Novant Health. Dr. Potter welcomes new patients at his office inLexington, NC as reported by Novant Health.
