Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center
Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center is an orthopedic surgery practice in Houston, TX. Procedures include Harvest bone marrow aspirate from the iliac crest, Pain Management, Physical therapy, and Orthopedic treatment.
About
Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center is a Houston-based clinic specializing in orthopedic and sports medicine injuries. The center offers an integrated approach to treatment, combining orthopedic care with physical therapy, regenerative cell therapy, pain management, and imaging services. The team includes a board-certified orthopedic surgeon, a back pain and interventional specialist, and a podiatrist/foot & ankle surgeon.
Serving the Houston area for over 25 years, the clinic provides care for a wide range of conditions affecting the knee, shoulder, foot, ankle, hand, wrist, elbow, and spine. They also offer urgent orthopedic care for broken bones, sprains, work-related injuries, and lacerations, with physical therapy hours extending into evenings and Saturdays.
Surgical team
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Jack E. Jensen, M.D., F.A.C.S.M.
M.D., F.A.C.S.M.
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Pawan Grover, M.D.
M.D.
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Sherman Nagler, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S
D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S
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Jennifer Pregler, MS PT
MS PT
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Cristian Benitez
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Ana M. Gomez
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Sophia Nguyen
Doctor of Physical Therapy
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Austin Chang
Doctor of Physical Therapy
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Nicole Jordan, OPA-C, CSA
OPA-C, CSA
Procedures
- Harvest bone marrow aspirate from the iliac crest
- Pain Management
- Physical therapy
- Orthopedic treatment
- AOKC Urgent OrthoCare
- Stem Cell Therapy for Joint Pain
- Arthroscopic Procedures
- Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy
- Regenerative Cell Therapy
- Imaging
- Specialized Care for Tennis Players
Equipment
- Arthroscope
- Digital x-ray services
- Centrifuge
Photos
Photos via Google · Greg St Cyr, Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center
Frequently asked questions
- What types of specialists are available at Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center?
- Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center features a team of specialists including Jack E. Jensen, M.D., F.A.C.S.M., a Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon; Pawan Grover, M.D., a Back Pain And Interventional Specialist; and Sherman Nagler, D.P.M., F.A.C.F.A.S, a Podiatrist and Foot & Ankle Surgeon. The team also includes physical therapists and an orthopedic physician assistant.
- What conditions does Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center treat?
- The center treats a wide range of orthopedic conditions and injuries, including those affecting the knee, shoulder, foot, ankle, hand, wrist, elbow, and spine. Specific conditions mentioned include disc problems, scoliosis, arthritis, lateral epicondylitis ("tennis elbow"), rotator cuff tendonitis, wrist strain, back pain, knee pain, and calf injuries. They also provide urgent care for broken bones, sprains, work-related injuries, and lacerations.
- What is regenerative cell therapy offered at the clinic?
- Regenerative Cell Therapy at Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center involves using a patient's own cells or donated frozen cells to support the body’s natural healing. This includes Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy, which injects concentrated platelets from a patient's own blood. The process may also involve harvesting bone marrow aspirate from the iliac crest and spinning collected blood in a centrifuge for re-injection.
- Does Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center provide physical therapy services?
- Yes, Athletic Orthopedics & Knee Center offers physical therapy services. The physical therapy team includes professionals such as Jennifer Pregler, MS PT, and Sophia Nguyen, Doctor of Physical Therapy. Their goal is to help patients become stronger, faster, and more balanced, even after an injury. Physical therapy hours are available Monday through Thursday until 7:00 PM and on Saturdays.
- What services are available through AOKC Urgent OrthoCare?
- AOKC Urgent OrthoCare provides exceptional care for conditions such as broken bones, sprains, back pain and injuries, work-related injuries, and lacerations. They can diagnose broken bones, which may involve X-rays, and reset and cast bones if needed. This service addresses common injuries that might otherwise require an emergency room visit.