It's the perfect season to ride your bike, play pickleball, golf, walk your dog, and enjoy other outdoor family activities.
Unfortunately, those who suffer from joint pain or mobility issues may find themselves missing such opportunities.
It doesn’t have to be that way.
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“Joint pain can be truly debilitating and impact quality of life,” said SSM Health Orthopedics PA-C Alyssa Rasmussen. “Fortunately, there are options available to provide symptom relief and improve range of motion.”
At SSM Health, a team of dedicated Orthopedic experts offer care options to address joint pain and injuries.
“Our team will work with you to discuss options and formulate your individualized goals,” Rasmussen said.
Non-surgical options can include:
Therapy Services
SSM Health physical therapists help patients to regain strength around the joint, decrease pain, and teach movements and/or exercises to prevent future issues. Occupational therapists can also help to address chronic conditions and assist with adaptive skills for independent living.
Injections/in-office treatment
Cortisone or hyaluronic acid injections can help provide relief for chronic inflammation and pain.
Weight management is also very important for joint health. Our team can provide educational resources to help with developing and maintaining a lifestyle that includes healthy eating and exercise.
Joint support
Supplies like braces or splints can help to stabilize a joint or injured area, and also reduce the pain of arthritis.
Surgical options can include:
If surgery is needed, our board-certified and fellowship-trained surgeons use the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques to reduce your hospital stay and recovery time.
Arthroscopy
Small incisions and specialized tools are used to remove or repair the cartilage or joints. Arthroscopy may be recommended if you have pain that has not improved through non-surgical techniques.
Joint replacement
Joint replacement involves removing the damaged joint and replacing it with an artificial one.
Partial replacement
For some individuals who experience knee pain, a partial replacement may be an option instead of having total knee replacement.
If you’re experiencing joint pain, please don’t delay care. Learn more about our Orthopedic services and take a short health risk assessment to see if you could benefit from them.
