Dr. McGee is fellowship-trained in sports medicine, in addition to his primary expertise as an orthopedic surgeon. He has extensive experience in arthroscopic and open procedures for the treatment of shoulder, elbow, knee, and ankle ailments. In patients suffering from arthritis in the shoulder, knee, or hip, he also performs joint replacement surgery. In addition to that, he has received instruction in fracture care as well as general orthopedic surgery. Both the athletic departments at the College of Southern Nevada and Bishop Gorman High School have Dr. McGee on staff as their team physician.
Additionally, he is a member of the Justin Boots Sports Medicine team, which is responsible for the medical treatment of the Professional Rodeo Cowboys, Professional Bull Riders, and the participants of the National Finals Rodeo. Dr. McGee spent his childhood in Las Vegas, Nevada, and then attended the University of Utah, which is located in Salt Lake City, Utah. There, he not only earned a bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology but also participated as a pitcher and outfielder for the university's most successful baseball team in the school's annals.
The Ortho Las Vegas Sports Medicine & Orthopedics clinic provides treatment for a wide variety of sports injuries in addition to issues affecting the shoulder, elbow, hip, and knee. Dr. McGee is an orthopedic surgeon who has additionally completed a fellowship study in the field of sports medicine. He is an expert in arthroscopic and open surgery for the treatment of injuries to the shoulder, elbow, knee, and ankle.
Additionally, he replaces arthritic shoulders and knees through shoulder and knee joint replacement surgeries. In addition to that, he has received instruction in general orthopedic surgery as well as care for fractures. Dr. McGee is an expert in both open and minimally invasive arthroscopic surgical procedures, and his goal is to provide the best possible results for his patients.
The shoulder is the most mobile and flexible joint in the body, allowing for a broad variety of motions such as forward flexion, abduction, adduction, external rotation, internal rotation, and circumduction across 360 degrees. Because of this, the shoulder joint is believed to be the most unstable joint in the body; yet, the support provided by the shoulder's muscles, tendons, and ligaments is able to give the necessary stability.
Articular cartilage is the smooth tissue that covers the ends of all of the bones that articulate with one another. This allows the bones to glide over one another without causing any friction, which in turn enables smooth movement. Dr. Roddy McGee is an expert in the most modern surgical and non-surgical techniques for the treatment of a wide variety of shoulder injuries and diseases, with the goal of assisting patients in returning to an active lifestyle.
The humerus, radius, and ulna articulate with one another to produce the elbow joint, which is a complicated joint formed by the articulation of these three bones. The ability to bend or straighten the arm to an angle of 180 degrees, as well as to lift or move objects, is made possible by the elbow joint. The following provides support for the bones in the elbow:
The ulnar nerve, the radial nerve, and the median nerve are the most important nerves in the elbow joint. These nerves are responsible for transmitting messages from the brain to the muscles that help to move the elbow. Additionally, they are responsible for transmitting back to the brain sensory information such as touch, pain, and temperature. Dr. Roddy McGee is an expert in the most recent surgical and non-surgical techniques for the treatment of a wide variety of elbow injuries and diseases, with the goal of assisting patients in returning to an active lifestyle.
The knee is a complex joint composed of a variety of structures, including bones, tendons, ligaments, and muscles. They collaborate to maintain the normal function of the knee and provide stability during movement. A healthy, well-functioning knee is essential for our mobility and participation in a variety of activities. Understanding the anatomy of the knee improves your ability to discuss and select the most appropriate knee treatment procedure with your specialist.
A tendon is the connective tissue between a muscle and a bone. The quadriceps tendon connects the quadriceps muscles of the knee to the patella. The quadriceps muscles of the knee meet just above the patella. The patella connects to the tibia via a tendon known as the patella tendon. To straighten the knee, the quadriceps muscle, quadriceps tendon, and patellar tendon all collaborate. Similarly, the hamstring tendon connects the hamstring muscles at the back of the limb to the knee joint. Please schedule an appointment immediately if you wish to be advised on the most effective treatment.
The supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, and subscapularis muscles comprise the rotator cuff, which is a group of four muscles in the shoulder joint. These muscles arise from the scapula and connect to the head of the humerus through tendons. The rotator cuff wraps around the humeral head and glenoid cavity, stabilizing the shoulder joint while allowing for a wide range of motion.
Rotator cuff injury can arise as a result of pressure on the rotator cuff from the shoulder blade (scapula). It can occur as a result of repetitive use of the arm for overhead activities or when participating in sports. A traumatic accident, such as a fall, can cause one or more of these tendons to break, resulting in a rotator cuff tear. In Las Vegas, NV, Dr. McGee provides diagnosis and tailored nonoperative and operative shoulder treatments, including rotator cuff repair. Dr. McGee also delivers the best possible care both during and after surgery. Make an appointment with Dr. McGee right away.
One of the most important ligaments in the knee is called the anterior cruciate ligament (often abbreviated as ACL). It can be found in the middle of the knee and extends all the way down from the femur (the thighbone) to the tibia (the shinbone). The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) stops the tibia from moving forward in front of the femur. It does this in conjunction with the posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), which is what gives the knee its rotational stability.
Both non-surgical and surgical approaches are included in the treatment options available. Non-surgical treatment options may be recommended by your physician if it is determined that the knee's general stability is not compromised. The RICE regimen, which consists of rest, ice, compression, and elevation, is a non-surgical therapy option. All of this help to control pain and swelling in the affected area. It's possible that your doctor will recommend physical therapy to help increase knee motion and strength. To assist immobilize your knee, your doctor may recommend wearing a knee brace.