Wm. André Cenac, M.D., provides the community of Franklin, LA with compassionate, board-certified orthopedic care. At Cenac Orthopedics, your well-being always comes first.


Discover what a fracture in the knee feels like. Learn about the symptoms, including sharp pain, swelling, and difficulty moving, to better understand and manage this injury.

Learn about the recovery timeline for anterior hip replacement, including initial recovery, physical therapy, and long-term rehabilitation.

Effective hip pain relief includes medications, physical therapy, lifestyle changes, and alternative therapies. Find the best approach to alleviate your hip pain.

Stay active with an ankle injury by focusing on non-weight-bearing exercises, gentle movements, and gradual strengthening to support healing and maintain fitness.

Discover if you can bend your knee after knee fusion surgery, understand its impact on daily life, and explore alternatives for chronic knee pain relief.

One of the first steps in reducing rotator cuff pain is allowing the shoulder to rest. Repeated overhead movements, lifting heavy objects, or participating in sports like tennis or baseball can strain the tendons and worsen the pain.

Discover the typical pain duration after a knee fracture, factors affecting recovery, and effective pain management strategies for a smoother healing process.

Reduce hip pain with the best sitting position. Learn how to sit properly and make ergonomic adjustments to alleviate discomfort and improve hip health.

Speed up fractured ankle recovery by following medical advice, eating a nutrient-rich diet, staying active within limits, and avoiding smoking. Stay positive and patient.

Dr. Cenac is a Sports Medicine Specialist in New Iberia, LA and has over 36 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Louisiana State Univ School Of Medicine In New Orleans medical school in 1984. He is affiliated with Iberia Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Cenac to book an appointment.