50 SEPTEMBER 2024 | INTHEVUE.COM { b y T a y l o r S h e a W e s t • P h o t o s b y L o g a n L o c k e } SMALL BUSINESS Feature HealthWorks Family Medicine cubital tunnel syndrome, inguinal nerve entrapment, common peroneal nerve entrapment, and tarsal tunnel syndrome. “We can perform a procedure called hydrodissection, where a large amount of fluid is used to separate the tissue from the irritated nerve, resulting in minimal downtime and allowing for repeated treatments if necessary,” said Dr. Kinchen. At HealthWorks Family Medicine, rehabilitation for athletes recovering from injuries is a key focus. “Nearly every visit with me concludes with a personalized home exercise program to support recovery,” said Dr. Kinchen. “We have a strong partnership with Core Physical Therapy, conveniently located within their facility, and maintain good relationships with other physical therapists in the area to ensure comprehensive care for their patients.” The timeline for an athlete’s recovery from a sports injury at HealthWorks Sports Medicine varies significantly depending on the injury’s location and the athlete’s age. “Younger athletes tend to heal quicker than their older counter- parts. For instance, a simple ankle sprain may heal in 2-4 weeks whereas a high-ankle sprain will take upwards of 6-12 weeks to heal,” said Dr. Kinchen. “We support all of our athletes through HEALTHWORKS FAMILY MEDICINE offers a comprehensive range of services in pediatrics, family medicine, and sports medicine, with a particular focus on non- surgical orthopedics. Their sports medicine practice addresses a variety of musculoskeletal issues that do not require surgery or when patients are not suitable candidates for surgical procedures. Using ultrasound technology to guide most procedures, Dr. Kinchen treats conditions such as arthritis, chronic overuse tendon injuries, nerve pain, including carpal tunnel, fractures, and partial rotator cuff tears. Beyond pain management, HealthWorks Sports Medicine emphasizes healing the underlying causes of pain to ensure long-term recovery. “HealthWorks Sports Medicine offers a wide range of services, including both insurance-covered and cash-pay options. Our injection therapies include steroid (cortisone), prolotherapy (dextrose), viscosupplementation (hyaluronic acid, gel, ‘rooster comb’), and PRP (platelet-rich plasma),” said Dr. Andrew Kinchen, MD, CAQ-SM. “The use of ultrasound guidance enhances the accuracy of needle placement, ensuring the best possible outcomes.” A unique aspect of their practice is the non-surgical treatment of peripheral nerve damage, such as carpal tunnel syndrome, Photo credit: Socially Present Dr. Andrew Kinchen Dr. Kyle Turnbo
