Surgery

Orthopedics

Orthopedic surgery is surgery concerned with conditions involving the musculoskeletal system. Orthopedic surgeons use both surgical and nonsurgical means to treat conditions such as musculoskeletal issues, spine diseases, sports injuries, reconstructive procedures, infections, tumors, diabetic pathologies, and much more.

Why Choose North Carolina Specialty Hospital for Orthopedic Surgery

NCSH takes pride in offering the best orthopedic surgeons for the care of our patients. In a safe and friendly environment, our orthopedic specialists care for common injuries, diseases, and complex issues. Our highly trained staff of orthopedic surgeons possesses the knowledge of proven surgical techniques, which are used to ensure optimum treatment of a comprehensive spectrum of conditions treated in our orthopedic hospital. We are committed to making sure your orthopedic surgery is above par by using the best technology and surgical approach. Surgeries include:

  • Joint Replacement: This approach provides our patients with minimally invasive surgery options, faster recovery times, and reduced pain.
  • Foot and Ankle: Our team of experienced orthopedic surgeons offers advanced care for foot and ankle injuries, diseases, and other conditions. Orthopedic treatment of foot and ankle injuries include:

    • Bunions
    • Fractures (closed/open fixation)
    • Ganglion cyst
    • Gout
    • Hammer toes (arthroplasty/arthrodesis)
    • Neuroma
    • Plantar fasciitis
    • Tendonitis
    • Ankle fractures
    • Achilles tendon rupture/disorder
    • Chronic ankle sprains (reconstruction)
  • Hand, Wrist, and Elbow: The NCSH orthopedic doctors provide the safest and most comfortable environment for patients. Orthopedic treatment for hand, wrist, and elbow includes:

    • Contracture releases
    • Damaged nerve repair
    • Joint fusions
    • Joint replacements
    • Mass and ganglion excision
    • Open and closed reduction and fixation of fractures
    • Tendon repair
    • Trigger finger release
    • Carpal tunnel surgery
    • Cubital tunnel release
    • Elbow arthroscopy
    • Fracture fixation: ulna, scaphoid, distal radius, radial head
    • Bicep tendon repair
    • Tennis elbow release
    • Total elbow replacement
    • UCL repair
    • Wrist arthroscopy (diagnostic and operative)
  • Spine and Back: Our spine and back experts provide various options for spine surgery using an array of specialized spinal instrumentation and advanced technology for treating cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disorders. Orthopedic treatment for the spine and back includes:

    • Laminotomy/foraminotomy
    • Laminectomy
    • Discectomy
    • Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF)
    • Posterior Thoracic and Lumbar Fusion
    • Kyphoplasty
    • Transforamenal Lumbar Interbody Fusion (TLIF)
    • Extreme Lateral Lumbar Interbody Fusion (XLIF)
    • Anterior Cervical Discectomy and Fusion (ACDF)
    • Disc replacements
  • Sports Medicine: Sports Medicine treatment involves surgical intervention for injuries suffered as an athlete at any level. Orthopedic treatment relating to sports medicine includes:

    • AC joint injury
    • Clavicle fracture
    • Labral tears of the shoulder and hip
    • Rotator cuff tear
    • Rotator cuff tendinitis
    • Shoulder and hip bursitis
    • Shoulder instability
    • Tennis elbow
    • Ulnar collateral ligament tear (elbow)
    • ACL tear
    • Meniscus tear
    • Patellar dislocation
    • Patellar tendon rupture
    • Knee cartilage injury

Regardless of the reason, seeking expert care from our orthopedic surgeons will allow patients to get back to the activities they love.

When to See an Orthopedic Specialist

Orthopedic doctors provide specialty care that primary care physicians may not have the expertise to treat. If you have experienced an accident, sports-related trauma, chronic pain, stiffness and reduced range of motion, or pain that interferes with daily activities, consider meeting with an orthopedic specialist.

Make an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon to visit our orthopedic hospital and receive treatment from our orthopedic surgeons.

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