Coastal Region News & Blog

As pickleball’s popularity grows, so does the occurrence of a common injury known as pickleball elbow. Similar to tennis elbow, this condition affects players across all skill levels. Knowing about pickleball elbow is essential for both prevention and recovery. This guide delves into what pickleball elbow is, its symptoms and causes, effective prevention strategies, and...

For more than 20 years, EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region has hosted an annual orthopedic conference in Wilmington, giving healthcare professionals from various disciplines the opportunity to learn about the latest advancements in orthopedics, while also earning continuing professional development credits. This year’s event was held on March 1, 2025, with EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region teaming...

Calling all healthcare professionals! EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region is thrilled to present our annual orthopedic symposium, Hot Topics in Orthopedics. Join us on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at the University of North Carolina at Wilmington’s Burney Center from 7:00 AM until 3:30 PM. We have a great agenda planned this year and hope you will...

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a pivotal medical imaging procedure that aids physicians in diagnosing and monitoring various health conditions. If you have an upcoming MRI, you might wonder about its duration. The time it takes to complete an MRI can vary based on several factors, including the type of scan and the area of...

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a weekend warrior, it’s important to take measures to prevent sports injuries to ensure long-term performance and well-being. Here are the seven most common orthopedic sports injuries and our tips for how athletes and aspiring athletes can prevent them. 7 Most Common Sports Injuries Faced by Athletes Anterior Cruciate...

Wilmington, NC – EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region, southeastern North Carolina’s leading provider of comprehensive orthopedic care, is thrilled to announce the addition of the cutting-edge 1.5T GE Signa Voyager Wide Bore Mobile MRI Unit to its suite of state-of-the-art diagnostic services for musculoskeletal care. This pioneering technology, combined with GE Healthcare’s AIR Recon DL software...

If you’re familiar with the frustration of persistent muscle knots or chronic muscle pain, you’ll be glad to know that trigger point injections offer an effective and minimally invasive solution. This medical procedure, administered by qualified orthopedic and interventional providers, delivers targeted relief for muscle knots and associated pain. In this blog post, we’ll delve...

Wilmington, NC – Matthew J. Braswell, MD, a fellowship-trained foot and ankle specialist, has joined the specialty team at EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region. He is seeing patients in the following locations: 1168 East Cutlar Crossing in Leland’s Villages at Brunswick Forest, 2716 Ashton Drive in Wilmington, and 209 US Highway 117 North in Burgaw. A...

Wilmington, NC – August 22, 2024 – EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region is proud to announce its expanded partnership with the Wilmington Hammerheads and the City of Wilmington by becoming the official healthcare provider and sports medicine team for the highly anticipated nCino Sports Park. This partnership positions EmergeOrtho – Coastal Region as the premier provider...

“One patient at a time is our motto,” emphasized Stephanie Rackley, RT(R), Imaging Manager for EmergeOrtho Coastal Region. “Even though we are a very busy practice, our policy is to make sure that each patient gets individual attention and does not feel like a number.” Stephanie’s job entails managing a smooth and timely patient flow...