Orthopedic Care and Surgery

Foot and ankle injuries are common in athletes and may include fractures or sprains. In other cases, treatment may be required to relieve the pain and discomfort of arthritis or plantar fasciitis. Other conditions include: 

• Ankle and Achilles tendonitis
• Ankle instability
• Cartilage disorders
• Heel pain
• Lisfranc injuries

Foot and Ankle Procedures:

• Achilles repair
• Ankle arthroscopy
• Ankle/foot fusions
• Cartilage salvage and replacement
• Fracture repair
• Ligament reconstruction
• Total ankle replacement

Pain, discomfort, and lack of mobility in the hands and wrists can be challenging and affect your everyday living. Simple tasks like getting dressed, picking up items, or typing on a computer may become painful and extremely difficult. Conditions include: 

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Compression neuropathies
• Fractures
• Trigger finger
• Soft tissue injuries
• Tendon injuries
• Ulnar nerve entrapment
• Tennis elbow
• Golf elbow

Hand, Wrist and Elbow Procedures:

• Tendon and Ligament Repair
• Carpal Tunnel Release
• Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections
• Wrist Fusion (Arthrodesis)
• Fracture Repair
• Elbow Arthroscopy

Hip pain and joint stiffness can cause limping and affect your balance and ability to walk. Pain and immobility may be caused by an injury, degenerative disease, or loss of cartilage. Conditions include:

• Osteoarthritis
• Labral Tears
• Bursitis
• Dislocated Hip
• Hip Fracture

Hip Procedures:

• Arthroscopy
• Partial Hip Replacement
• Total Hip Replacement
• Resurfacing

Knee pain and immobility may be caused by age related wear-and-tear, overuse, physical activities, injury, or degenerative disease. Conditions include:

• Osteoarthritis
• Tendonitis
• Sprains or strains
• Torn meniscus
• Anterior cruciate ligament Tear (ACL)
• Jumper’s Knee (Patella Tendonitis)

Knee Procedures:

• Arthroscopy
• Partial joint replacement (also known as partial joint resurfacing)
• Total joint replacement
• Revision joint replacement
• Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction
• Meniscus surgery

Shoulder pain and limited movement may be caused by overuse, injury, arthritis, dislocation or inflammation. Conditions include: 

• Bursitis
• Dislocation
• Frozen shoulder
• SLAP tear (Superior Labrum Anterior Posterior)
• Torn rotator cuff
• Tendonitis

Shoulder Procedures:

• Arthroscopy
• Labrum surgery
• Shoulder replacement
• Rotator cuff repair

Back pain can be chronic and debilitating and affect mobility in the arms, legs, and neck. Conditions of the spine may be caused by injuries, overuse, and hereditary factors. Conditions include: 

• Congenital deformities
• Degenerative disc disease
• Herniated discs
• Osteoporosis
• Scoliosis
• Sciatica
• Fractures
• Soft tissue injuries

Spine Procedures:

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You should see a shoulder doctor if your pain has lasted longer than one – two weeks. If your discomfort hasn’t improved with over-the-counter painkillers, rest, and ice, it may be time to see a professional.

Yes, most pain can be treated without surgery. Most conditions can be treated successfully without the need for invasive treatments. Surgery is often only required in the most serious of cases

We usually start with conservative treatments, including physical therapy, anti-inflammatory medications, activity modification, ice, rest, and sometimes corticosteroid injections, before considering surgery.

Our orthopedic specialists will conduct physical examinations, medical history review, X-rays, MRI scans, and in some cases, arthroscopy to accurately diagnose the specific cause of your pain.

The duration of your treatment will depend on the type and severity of the injury or condition you have. Your orthopedic specialist will discuss your treatments plan with you and give you a clearer picture of your recovery plan and timeline. 

The goal of treatment is to get you back to doing all of the things you did before, free of pain. Our specialists will work with you to come up with a personalized treatment plan so you can get moving again.

Most insurance plans cover medically necessary treatments, including physical therapy, injections, and surgery when conservative options fail. Check with your insurance company to see what your plan covers.