Orthopedics
Saint Mary's Orthopedic Surgeons
Orthopaedics is the specialty involved with diagnosing and treating the musculoskeletal system. Saint Mary’s Regional Health System’s orthopaedic surgeons treat a wide assortment of injuries and diseases of the skeleton. Most orthopedic physicians use minimally invasive procedures to help reduce pain and speed recovery.
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According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons:
- Arthritis is the leading chronic condition reported by the elderly.
- Back or spine injuries are the most prevalent musculoskeletal conditions.
- Carpal tunnel syndrome accounts for more than two million physician visits a year.
- More than half of all athletic injuries occur in the knee. Orthopedic surgeons treat knees more often than any other part of the body.
- Sprains, dislocations and fractures account for almost half of all musculoskeletal injuries.
Some other conditions that may cause you to visit an orthopedic surgeon include:
- Arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery
- Broken bones
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Foot and ankle injuries
- Hand injuries
- Joint reconstruction
- Reconstructive surgery
- Sports injuries
- Trauma surgery
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 479.384.4759.