Locations

Jacen A. Martinez, PA-C

Locations

Jacen Martinez is a certified physician assistant with more than 25 years of experience working with board-certified orthopedic and hand surgeons. He is licensed by the Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.

Education & Training

Jacen has the training and experience to treat fractures of the hand and wrist, arthritic disorders, nagging conditions like rotator cuff tears, carpal tunnel syndrome, lacerations of tendons and nerves, pain and dysfunction from sports injury, athletic training, and overuse. He has his own patient panel, and he regularly assists our physicians. Jacen is also able to perform nerve conduction testing in the office.

Request an Appointment Find a Provider

Get to Know PA Jacen Martinez

When not working, Jacen enjoys playing soccer and watching his college kids in their baseball games.

Schedule an Appointment with Hand Specialist, PA Jacen Martinez

To schedule an appointment with any of the skilled hand and upper extremity specialists at Greater Chesapeake Hand to Shoulder, including PA Jacen Martinez, fill out our secure online appointment request form. You may also call our office today at (410) 296-6232, and one of our friendly staff members will be happy to assist you.

What Are the Best Rotator Cuff Tear Treatments?

, In short, rotator cuff tear treatments range from conservative management like physical therapy to surgical intervention, depending on the severity of the injury. Conservative care first. Non-surgical methods successfully resolve pain for approximately 80 percent of patients. Surgical intervention options. An operation for a rotator cuff tear is typically reserved for acute injuries or

How Successful Is Rotator Cuff Tear Surgery?

, For the majority of patients, surgery provides significant pain relief and restores function to the shoulder. However, the definition of success can vary based on the size of the tear and patient compliance during recovery. Pain relief is highly likely. Most patients report a significant reduction in pain following the procedure and rehabilitation period.

What Are the First Signs of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

, The first signs usually involve numbness or tingling in the thumb and fingers, often occurring at night. Nighttime symptoms appear first. Many patients report waking up with a need to “shake out” their hands due to numbness or pain. Grip strength decreases. You might notice frequent dropping of objects or difficulty holding small items

Locations

Jacen A. Martinez, PA-C

Locations

Education & Training

Get to Know PA Jacen Martinez

Schedule an Appointment with Hand Specialist, PA Jacen Martinez

Footer

Our Blog