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Orthopedic Care

Sticks and Stones Break Your Bones
That’s why we’re here.

Bone, muscle, and joint pain can happen to anyone, whether you are a professional athlete, an active senior, or somewhere in between. Andalusia Health’s orthopedic specialists support individuals in and around Andalusia with muscle, bone, and joint injuries that cause pain, physical limitation, and reduced quality of life.

 
 

Orthopedic Services at Andalusia Health

Our orthopedic specialists offer a full range of the most advanced medical and surgical orthopedic care techniques. Our services include:

  • Arthritis treatment
  • Arthroscopy
  • Carpal tunnel treatment
  • Hand surgery
  • Hip, knee and shoulder replacement 
  • Osteoarthritis treatment
  • Physical rehabilitation
  • Rheumatoid arthritis treatment
  • Sports medicine
  • Total joint replacement
  • Trauma and fracture repair
  • Upper extremity (hand, arm, and shoulder) surgery
 

Many of these care treatments include minimally invasive techniques, which reduce pain, shorten recovery time, and leave minimal scarring. Our orthopedic doctors will work with you on a diagnosis and treatment plan to help you return to the activities you love.

 
 

Take A Joint Health Assessment

If you feel like joint pain is getting in the way of everyday activities like gardening, biking, or playing with kids or grandkids, we may be able to help. Answer a few questions to see if you should speak with a provider about finding the right treatment. 

 
 
 

When to See an Orthopedic Specialist

Joint pain is common, so how do you know when it warrants a visit with an orthopedic specialist? If you have lasting pain that is keeping you from your normal activities or daily life, consider making an appointment.

Common reasons to see an orthopedic specialist include:

  • Arthritis in your elbow, hip, or knee
  • Limited range of motion
  • Muscle or joint pain that started after an accident or injury
  • Pain that lasts for months or years
  • Soft tissue injuries that are not healing on their own
  • Tingling or numbness in your hands
  • Trouble climbing stairs
  • Trouble walking or standing without discomfort or pain
  • Worsening hip or knee pain
 

Making a Diagnosis

The orthopedic doctors at Andalusia Health are specialists in diagnosing and treating joint pain. As part of your evaluation and diagnosis, we will consider:

  • Your medical history
  • Your range of motion
  • A physical exam
  • The strength of your muscles
 

As a result of the exam, your doctor may ask you to have an X-ray or an MRI. These tests will help the doctor make an accurate diagnosis. If you have current X-rays, please bring them with you to your appointment.

 
 

Approach to Care

Just as every patient is different, so is every treatment plan. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to orthopedic care. The orthopedic team at Andalusia Health personalizes your care by taking into account:

  • The cause of your pain
  • The severity of your pain
  • When your pain began
  • Your activity level
  • Your lifestyle
 

Your Orthopedic Care Team

Andalusia Health takes a collaborative approach to orthopedic treatment to provide you with the highest quality care. The orthopedic physicians partner with clinicians like those listed below to help you achieve your best outcome:

  • Advanced practice providers (APPs)
  • Athletic trainers
  • Nurse navigators 
  • Occupational therapists
  • Physical therapists
  • Physicians
  • Radiologists and radiology technologists 
  • Specialized nurses
 
 

Orthopedic Surgery: What to Expect

Andalusia Health offers many effective orthopedic treatment options, and we begin treatment with the least invasive methods. In more severe cases of joint pain, surgery may be recommended.

Arthroscopic surgery is a minimally invasive technique used to diagnose and treat joint problems. Andalusia Health’s orthopedic surgeons use highly specialized instruments inserted through incisions about half an inch in size to reconstruct joints.

Other patients may require full joint replacement surgery. In each case, our orthopedic surgeons perform surgical procedures to lessen pain, reduce recovery time, and allow you to regain the full use of the joint as soon as possible. A rehabilitation program will help you get back to functioning at your fullest potential following surgery.

 
 
 

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849 S Three Notch St
Andalusia, AL 36420

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