Orthopedic doctors and surgeons treat a wide range of conditions relating to the musculoskeletal system, including food and ankle conditions, hand injuries and ailments, and conditions relating to sports medicine, such as athletic overuse injuries and more.

TPMG Orthopedics providers offer services and treatment for many acute and chronic conditions, including but not limited to:

• Degenerative shoulders
• Painful, failed, or infected joint replacements
• Painful joints
• Swollen knees
• Knee, hip, ankle, heel, foot pain
• Fractures
• Arthritis
• Bursitis
• Bone spurs
• Plantar fasciitis
• Ulcers and wounds
• Flat foot
• Diabetic foot conditions
• Bunions and hammer toe
• Tendonitis
• Overuse injuries
• Shoulder impingement

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Sprains and strains, while similar, often require different treatments, sometimes even surgery, to heal properly. Sprains are most common in the ankle and can vary in severity. Fibrous tissues called ligaments connect two bones at a joint and stabilize the area. Harsh, unnatural, or excessive movements can cause ligaments to stretch or tear, leading to a sprain. Conversely, strain injuries result from stretching or tearing a muscle or tendon rather than a ligament. Common strains affect the back, hamstring, and calf. To best determine the nature of your injury, consult an orthopedic specialist for a physical exam, testing, and professional diagnosis.

While not all orthopedic injuries are preventable, taking certain measures can reduce the risk of further orthopedic injury. Common strategies to reduce orthopedic injuries include:

• Exercise

Engaging in routine exercise can strengthen your muscles and bones, improve your flexibility, and develop your core to maintain your balance and weight.

• Wear supportive shoes.

Unsupportive shoes, such as heels and worn-out athletic shoes, can increase instability and can increase your risk for developing pain in the knees, back, and other areas.

• Maintain a healthy weight.

Maintaining a healthy weight can reduce stress on your joints, strengthening your body and decreasing your risk for developing osteoarthritis and strengthening your muscles.

• Use protective gear during sports.

Athletes should always wear protective gear, especially during contact sports. Helmets, knee pads, shoulder pads, and more can significantly decrease your risk for sports injuries.

• Make routine visits to your primary care provider.

A primary care provider (PCP) can help you remain up to date on your overall health, offering health advice to prevent arthritis and other orthopedic injuries. A PCP can also discuss any of your health concerns and offer solutions that fit your needs and lifestyle.

Joint replacement surgery (Arthroplasty) is a surgical procedure used to address pain, damage, or disease in your joint. Arthritis, physical trauma, deformities, and more can cause damage or deteriorate the body’s joints, leading to pain, stiffness, limited range of motion, and, in severe cases, immobility. Common areas for joint replacement include hips, knees, shoulders, ankles, and other joints like the wrists or fingers.

Surgery is not always the first approach to address a damaged or diseased joint. Your provider may suggest non-surgical treatments such as joint injections, medication, or physical therapy. In some cases, non-surgical methods are unsuccessful, and arthroplasty may be recommended. To determine if you are a candidate for joint replacement surgery, talk to an orthopedic physician about your symptoms and concerns.

No two recoveries are the same. Your recovery will depend on several factors, including the type of surgery you had, any health conditions that may impact your healing, and your rehabilitation needs. We understand that our patients are eager to return to their regular lifestyles and work hard to help you regain your function and reduce your pain as soon as possible.

Recovery from orthopedic surgery itself can take anywhere from a few weeks to multiple months. Follow your post-operative instructions and return for regular follow-up to ensure quick and effective healing. Our Orthopedics professionals work closely alongside TPMG’s Physical Therapy team to assist with fast and safe recovery. To learn more about your recovery from an orthopedic procedure, consult with a TPMG orthopedic provider.

Please be sure to bring your insurance card, Photo ID, list of medications, including dosage; x-rays on a disc if done in the last 6 months or since the injury if it’s a new injury; name and location of the pharmacy you use, co-pay, and completed questionnaire printed from the website if you are a new patient or for a new problem.

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At TPMG, our orthopedic specialists work alongside patients to deliver exceptional and compassionate care. Using thorough evaluation, comprehensive testing, innovative treatment and technique, and expert training, we can help patients regain function and reduce pain.

For more information regarding TPMG’s orthopedic services, visit: https://www.mytpmg.com/specialties/orthopedics/