Health & Prevention

Did you know? Orthopedic surgeons treat everything from ligament injury and joint pain to tennis elbow and spine issues. Whether sports-related or due to chronic arthritis, musculoskeletal injuries can cause long-lasting pain that prevents you from all kinds of activities.

Some Facts About Musculoskeletal Injuries

According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons:

• Musculoskeletal symptoms – including pain, aches, soreness, spasms and limited movement  – are the second highest reason for doctor’s office visits.
• Arthritis is the leading chronic condition among the elderly population.
• Back or spine injuries are the most common musculoskeletal problems.
• Each year, musculoskeletal injuries cause U.S. children to miss 21 million days of school.
• Employed U.S. workers miss more than 147 million days of work due to musculoskeletal injuries.

Our care team of orthopedic surgeons, doctors, nurses, physical and occupational therapists and other specialists can work with you to develop a healthy lifestyle to protect your bones, joints and muscles from disease or injury. View our locations to find a clinic that matches your needs.