Ease the Pain of Orthopedic Injuries in Central California
Your muscles and bones make up your musculoskeletal system. This complex system also includes the joints, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. When something goes wrong with any one or a combination of these parts, it can cause an orthopedic condition.
Whether you live with a pinched nerve or need a knee replacement, Dignity Health Central California’s orthopedic specialists provide award-winning care with humankindness. To talk to an expert about personalized treatment for your orthopedic pain in Central California, Find a Doctor today.
Pinpointing Your Orthopedic Condition at Dignity Health Central California
Pain is usually the most common sign of an orthopedic condition. This discomfort can be felt in your bones, muscles, or joints. Other symptoms may include swelling, stiffness, difficulty moving, weakness, or warmth.
Our comprehensive orthopedic team treats a wide range of problems and injuries. For any of these common orthopedic conditions, find quality care at Dignity Health Central California:
- Knee problems from torn tendons or ligaments
- Neck and shoulder conditions
- Spine injuries
- Joint conditions and injuries
- Arm conditions caused by a fracture, dislocation, or tendinitis
- Hand and wrist pain
- Back pain from muscle strains or a herniated disc
- Elbow pain caused by bursitis, tendinitis, or arthritis
- Foot and ankle sprains and bunions
- Hip discomfort
Some of the problems found on the orthopedic conditions list above may require a joint replacement. Take a short joint pain assessment to find out so you can get moving again.
Understanding & Treating Common Orthopedic Conditions
Overuse, repetitive motion, or trauma can lead to an orthopedic condition. Your doctor will diagnose your pain to create a personalized treatment plan.
Your doctor will determine the best treatment for you based on your specific condition, medical history, risk factors, and your personal wishes. Rest, ice, and anti-inflammatory medications often provide relief and healing from many conditions.
Award-winning orthopedic services are found at the following Dignity Health Central California hospitals, including:
- Mark Twain Medical Center
- Memorial Hospital
- Mercy Hospital Downtown
- Mercy Hospital Southwest
- Mercy Medical Center Merced
- St. Joseph’s Medical Center
Mercy Medical Center Merced is a Five-Star orthopedic hospital and ranked among the top 10 percent for total knee replacement.
Get back to living life to its fullest without pain. Contact a trusted Dignity Health Central California orthopedic doctor who is focused on humankindness and your healing.
Dignity Health orthopedics provides award-winning services for all types of orthopedic injuries in Bakersfield, Merced, San Andreas, and Stockton, CA.
