Orthopedics on the central coast
Orthopedists can perform a wide variety of procedures on the musculoskeletal system to treat aches, pains, bone fractures and more. Salinas Valley Health provides residents of the Central Coast and surrounding areas with access to expert orthopedic care.
When to Visit an Orthopedist
Many people do not realize that their primary care physician is not their only option for medical care. A general practitioner can handle many medical concerns, but certain conditions are severe or unique enough that they require treatment from a specialist. When your primary doctor’s treatments are not proving effective, or you believe your condition relates to your muscles or skeletal system, it is in your best interests to consult with an orthopedist.
Some common conditions orthopedists treat include:
- Shoulder pain
- Arthritis
- Joint pain
- Hip displacement
- Back and neck pain
- Bone fractures
- Cerebral palsy
- Muscular dystrophy
- Tennis elbow
- Foot pain
- Sports injuries
Do not wait too long to see an orthopedist if you believe you have a musculoskeletal condition. These injuries and diseases often worsen over time, and therefore they are much easier to treat when a doctor diagnoses them early.
Orthopedic Treatments & Services
Our skilled, board-certified orthopedists use proven diagnostic procedures to find the root cause of your aches and pains. Whether you have sustained a sports injury, muscle tear, bone fracture or something else, we can put together an effective treatment plan. While many muscle, joint and bone conditions are treatable with conservative nonsurgical methods, others require more intensive surgical treatment. Our facility has state-of-the-art equipment to perform common orthopedic surgeries, including total joint replacements, ACL reconstruction and spinal surgery.
