Author: Christopher Casstevens, MD

Christopher Casstevens, MD, is an orthopedic surgeon specializing in surgery of the hand and upper extremities. He sees patients at Baylor Scott & White clinics in north and south Austin as well as Lakeway. He enjoys using a broad array of techniques to address injuries and conditions affecting the detailed anatomy of the hand and wrist.
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Is skateboarding safe? How to prevent and treat injuries

In addition to traditional team sports, many young and old alike enjoy individual recreational activities — take golf, cycling, hiking and skateboarding, to name a few. All these activities can be great exercise, but they each also carry their own risks.  As an orthopedic surgeon specializing in hand and wrist injuries, I regularly see the … Continue reading Is skateboarding safe? How to prevent and treat injuries