CHRONIC JOINT PAIN RELIEF
Have Chronic Joint Pain?
NorthStar Surgical Center now offers chronic joint pain relief options for shoulders, knees and ankles. Let one of our board certified Orthopedic surgeons consult with you to find the right solution to your joint pain. Register for a joint pain seminar to learn more and be on your way to being pain free.
At each free seminar, a board certified Orthopedic surgeons will address:
- The causes of chronic joint pain
- Treatment options
- Who may be a candidate
- What's involved in our shoulder, knee & ankle procedures
- Risks, complications and realistic expectations about your pain relief
- Why you should be treated at NorthStar Surgical Center
Chronic Shoulder Pain
Causes of chronic shoulder pain include Tendonitis/bursitis, shoulder injury, rotator cuff tear, shoulder instability and Arthritis. Diagnosing and finding the right treatment is sometimes difficult. Examining patient medical history, x-rays and other tests may result in a recommendation for minimally invasive surgery by one of our board-certified orthopedic surgeons. However, other treatments for chronic shoulder pain include rest, physical therapy, pain medications and anti-inflammatory medications.
Shoulder surgery to replacement an arthritic or injured shoulder is less common than knee or hip replacement. When necessary, however, shoulder partial or full replacement typically provides the same benefits.
Benefits:- Relieve chronic shoulder pain and restore more normal joint movement
- Designed for long-term stability
- Enhance movement and mobility
If you or a family member are a candidate or would like more information please complete form for our next Joint Pain patient education seminar.
Our Physicians:- Kevin Crawford MD - Orthopedics
Chronic Knee Pain
Causes of chronic knee pain include Osteoarthritis (OA), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Post-traumatic Arthritis, and Avascular Necrosis, Meniscal cartilage tears, and diagnosing and finding the right treatment is sometimes difficult. Examining patient medical history, x-rays and other tests may result in a recommendation for surgery by one of our board-certified orthopedic surgeons. However, other treatments for knee pain include medication, physical therapy, arthroscopy (cleaning the joint) and joint fluid supplements (injections that provide temporary pain relief).
Advancements in Orthopedics for knee replacement and resurfacing include better wear performance, better implant coatings and minimally invasive surgery. When necessary, however, knee replacement typically provides the same benefits.
Benefits:- Relieve chronic knee pain and restore more normal joint movement
- Designed to limit contact stresses even in adverse conditions
- Reduced wear leads to greater implant longevity
If you or a family member are a candidate or would like more information please complete our form to attend our next Joint Pain patient education seminar.
Our Physicians:- Stephen Cord MD - Orthopedics (Total Knee & Uni-knee)
- Mark Scioli MD - Orthopedics/Foot and Ankle (Total Knee & Uni-knee)
- T. Bryan Smitherman MD - Orthopedics (Uni-knee)
Chronic Ankle Pain
The ankle bears the weight for the body during standing and walking. Do you have chronic pain in your ankle from an injury or disease of the ankle joint? You can get a plan to become pain free after meeting with one of our board-certified orthopedic surgeons on a recommendation for surgery. Other treatments for ankle pain include rest, physical therapy, pain medications and anti-inflammatory medications.
Advancements in Orthopedics for ankle replacement include better wear performance, better implant coatings and minimally invasive surgery. When necessary, however, ankle replacement typically provides the same benefits.
Benefits:- Relieve chronic ankle pain and restore more normal joint movement
- Multiple sizing options which adapt to different patient anatomy
- Possible complications are reduced as there is minimized bone resection
If you or a family member are a candidate or would like more information please complete our form to attend our next Joint Pain patient education seminar.
Our Physicians:- Mark Scioli MD - Orthopedics/Foot and Ankle
- Kenneth Stephenson MD - Orthopedics/Foot and Ankle
Cost & Insurance
Joint Replacement can be an affordable option for most patients. The procedure is covered by most Insurance companies and combined with an efficient and cost-effective outpatient care at our surgery center, Joint Replacement at NorthStar Surgical Center is a great solution.
If you or a family member are a candidate or would like more information about cost and insurance coverage please complete our form to attend our next Joint Pain patient education seminar.
Our Doctors & Facility
NorthStar offers a world class surgical experience in a convenient location. At NorthStar you will find some of the finest, most respected board-certified physicians and staff in the region. NorthStar has the newest, most modern facilities in the region with no parking hassles, and you don't have to worry about a complicated maze of hospital buildings.
Our Physicians- Kevin Crawford MD - Orthopedics (Shoulder)
- Stephen Cord MD - Orthopedics (Total Knee & Uni-knee)
- Mark Scioli MD - Orthopedics/Foot and Ankle (Total Knee, Uni-knee & Ankle)
- T. Bryan Smitherman MD - Orthopedics (Uni-knee)
- Kenneth Stephenson MD - Orthopedics/Foot and Ankle (Ankle)
If you or a family member are a candidate or would like more information please complete our form to attend our next Joint Pain patient education seminar.
What is the difference between acute and chronic pain?
- Acute pain begins suddenly and is usually sharp in quality. It serves as a warning and might be mild and last just a moment, or it might be severe and last for weeks or months.
- Chronic pain persists despite the fact that the injury has healed. Pain persists for weeks, months, or years. Physical effects include tense muscles, limited mobility, a lack of energy, and changes in appetite. Emotional effects include depression, anger, anxiety, and fear of re-injury.
Get help with your pain today by registering for a physician referral and to attend one of our FREE Seminars.