Orthopedics
Quality Bone and Joint Care
Carrollton Regional Medical Center – Carrollton has advanced capabilities in the treatment of orthopedic injuries and diseases. Through our Center for Orthopedics and Spine Surgery, we can combine personalized care and patient education to diagnose, treat and offer follow-up care for many orthopedic conditions.
Orthopedic Services Provided
Total joint replacement - including knees, shoulders and hip
Joint Wellness Program designed to help patients quickly return to their normal lives after joint replacement surgery
Minimally invasive treatments for hips, knees and shoulders
Complex joint reconstruction
Comprehensive sports medicine services
Inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation
For a referral to an orthopedic surgeon on the medical staff at Carrollton Regional Medical Center – Carrollton call (1.844.279.3627).
Can You Prevent Osteoarthritis?
An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure! The less unnecessary stress you put on your joints, the less likely they are to wear out prematurely. Keep your weight under control. When working and exercising, try to use good posture, and if a joint starts to bother you, rest it immediately.
The following is recommended to protect joints and prevent osteoarthritis:
Maintain your ideal body weight. Excess weight puts stress on your joints, especially your hips, knees, back, and feet.
Move. Exercise strengthens muscles around joints; this can help prevent wear and tear on cartilage in a joint.
Maintain good posture. Good posture protects your joints from excessive pressure, especially your neck, back, hips, and knees.
Do a variety of physical activity. Alternate periods of heavy activity with periods of rest. For example, if you do weight training one day, do aerobic exercise the next day. Repetitive stress on joints for long periods of time can cause the excessive wear and tear that can lead to osteoarthritis.
Pay attention to pain. If you have joint pain, don't ignore it. Pain after activity or exercise can be an indication you have overstressed your joints and that they need to rest.
Forget the weekend warrior. Start new activities slowly and safely until you know how your body will react to them. This will reduce the chance of injury.
Avoid injury to joints. Wear proper safety equipment. Don't leave helmets and wrist pads at home. Make sure your safety gear is comfortable and fits appropriately.
Talk to your doctor about joint pain you may be experiencing. If you need a referral to an orthopedic specialist, call 1.844.BSW.DOCS (1.844.279.3627).
Jumper’s Knee
Jumper's knee, also known as patellar tendonitis, is a condition characterized by inflammation of the patellar tendon, which connects the kneecap to shin bone. The condition may be caused by overuse of the knee joint, such as frequent jumping on hard surfaces.
What are the symptoms of jumper's knee?
The following are the most common symptoms of jumper's knee. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
Pain and tenderness around the patellar tendon
Swelling
Pain with jumping, running, or walking
Pain with bending or straightening the leg
Tenderness behind the lower portion of the kneecap
How is jumper's knee diagnosed?
In addition to a complete medical history and physical examination, diagnostic procedures for jumper's knee may include a radiograph of the knee to rule out a problem coming from the bones rather than the patellar tendon.
Treatment for jumper's knee
Specific treatment for jumper's knee will be determined by your doctor based on:
Your age, overall health, and medical history
Extent of the condition
Your tolerance for specific medications, procedures, or therapies
Expectations for the course of the condition
Your opinion or preference
The best approach to treatment for jumper's knee is to modify any activity that is causing pain. Treatment may also include:
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications
Rest
Ice pack application (to reduce swelling)
Stretching and strengthening exercises
What Is Osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis is a disease that causes the cartilage in your joints to break down. Cartilage is a smooth substance that protects the ends of your bones and helps your joints move. Osteoarthritis becomes more common as people get older. To diagnose this disease, your doctor will ask about your health history and perform an exam. X-rays may also be needed.
Symptoms
Osteoarthritis can affect any joint, with women tending to get it in their hands. Weight-bearing joints, such as the hip and knee, are often affected in both men and women. Some of the more common symptoms of this disease include:
Joint pain and stiffness. Long periods of rest or using a joint too long or too hard can make pain and stiffness worse.
Weak muscles or wobbly joints.
Joints that have lost normal shape and motion.
If Surgery Is Needed
Osteoarthritis is a primary reason for joint replacement surgery. For people with severe joint damage, surgery can reduce pain and improve movement. Knee, hip, and shoulder joints are replaced most often.