Michael Johnson, M.D., is an orthopaedic surgeon with UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine. Below, he answers some common questions about Achilles tendon tears and how they are treated. This information is based on the typical injury and may not apply to every case.

Pain in the knee and ankle are common experiences of human mobility. Joint and muscle experts from the UAB offer insight into what pain in the knee and ankle may mean and offer methods to take care of these essential parts of the musculoskeletal system.

is a program that takes a whole-body approach to the health and function of your joints, including hips, knees, shoulders, and more. As part of UAB Medicine Orthopaedics, we focus on treating severe joint conditions that may eventually require surgery but also on prevention, early intervention, pain management, rehabilitation, and long-term joint […]

One month into the new year, many have committed to new active lifestyles. With consistent activity also come muscle development and the risk of injury. One surgeon from UAB Medicine offers tips on when to utilize hot or cold therapy in muscle recovery and ways to reduce the risk of injury.

The UAB Orthopaedic Optimization Clinic was created to improve surgical outcomes for patients with complex medical needs by proactively addressing modifiable risk factors before surgery.

UAB Sports and Exercise Medicine has donated 800 Guardian Caps to the Birmingham Youth Sports League to decrease the risk of traumatic brain injuries and concussions.

According to the CDC, each year, 1 in 4 older adults experiences a fall, often leading to serious injuries like hip fractures, which can require surgery and months of recovery. While falls are common, the good news is that many are preventable, especially with a few simple safety steps at home and outdoors.

UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine and UAB Orthopaedic (Orthopedic) Surgery work together to provide the full range of care for hip conditions, from minor aches and pains to injuries, sprains, and fractures. Our multi-specialty team approach involves experts from several areas of medicine, and they develop complete care plans for each individual patient, with a […]

People need the ability to perform at their best for the opportunities they have – whether clearing their pasture, tossing a Frisbee with grandkids, or tackling a 225-pound running back. That’s the philosophy of Birmingham native Jeremy Towns, M.D., a physician with UAB Sports & Exercise Medicine who also helps care for the USFL’s Birmingham Stallions football team. His position is symbolic of his full-circle journey from standout high school athlete to NFL player to UAB Medicine physician. This uncommon path influenced how Dr. Towns connects with all of his patients.

The University of Alabama at Birmingham is the official medical provider of the 2025 World Police & Fire Games, which will kick off in Birmingham this month.

Johan Latorre, M.D., MS, assistant professor in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), is the junior faculty winner of the Dean’s Excellence Award for Faculty in Access & Engagement by UAB Heersink School of Medicine.

Berdale S. Colorado, D.O., MPH, associate professor in the UAB Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, was selected to receive the 2025 Innovators & Influencers Award by the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.