Serving Opelousas, LA, Wm. André Cenac, M.D., delivers expert orthopedic care as a board-certified surgeon. Cenac Orthopedics is here to support your health and mobility.
While mild cases may improve with rest and conservative treatment, ignoring persistent synovitis can lead to worsening symptoms and long-term joint damage.
Wondering if you need a cast after ankle arthroscopy? It depends on your surgery. Find out when a cast is needed and what to expect during recovery.
Explore what Degenerative Disc Disease pain feels like, including symptoms such as chronic ache, stiffness, and radiating pain. Understand how to identify and manage this condition effectively.
Find out how to stop sciatica back pain with treatments like physical therapy, medications, and lifestyle changes. Discover effective strategies for relief.
Neck pain commonly occurs at the base of the skull, upper and lower neck, and trapezius muscles. Identifying the source can help in finding effective relief.
Muscle relaxers can help alleviate muscle spasms and tension associated with a compression fracture, providing temporary relief, but they don't address the underlying bone injury.
Two of the main surgical options for repairing a torn rotator cuff are open repair and mini-open repair. While both techniques aim to reattach the torn tendons to the bone and restore shoulder function, they differ in how the surgeon accesses the shoulder and the extent of the incision.
The simple answer is yes. Shoulder replacement is classified as a major surgical procedure, primarily because it involves significant intervention, anesthesia, and a dedicated recovery process.
Discover the recovery timeline for ACL and PCL surgery, from initial rehab to full return to activity, and key factors that influence healing.
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.