Health by Steven J Thornton, MD

When shoulder, knee, hip, or elbow pain disrupts your routine, Steven J Thornton, MD provides a careful, solutions-focused approach that emphasizes accurate diagnosis, conservative options when appropriate, and advanced procedures when needed by an orthopedic surgeon dallas patients rely on for straightforward guidance. Located in Dallas, Texas, Dr. Thornton treats shoulder instability, arthroscopic AC joint problems, rotator cuff tears, biceps tendon injuries, frozen shoulder, labral and SLAP tears, and shoulder impingement. His knee expertise includes MCL injuries, meniscus root and meniscus tear management, PCL injuries, ACL injury, patellar and quadriceps tendon issues, and LCL and posterolateral corner conditions. For hip concerns, he addresses trochanteric bursitis, labral tears, and femoroacetabular impingement. Elbow care includes golfer’s elbow, tennis elbow, triceps tendon tears, and ulnar nerve entrapment. Dr. Thornton’s step-by-step process helps you understand imaging, treatment choices, and recovery timelines, so you can move forward confidently. Book a visit to discuss the path toward comfort, function, and long-term joint health.