Orthopedic Surgery
Orthoatlanta, LLC is an Orthopedic Surgery practice in Stockbridge, GA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in preoperative, operative, and postoperative treatments and diagnostics of musculoskeletal diseases and injuries.
Orthopedic Surgeons at Orthoatlanta, LLC perform
non-surgical and surgical treatments of musculoskeletal injuries and dysfunctions. Orthopedic Surgery is
the branch of surgery that treats musculoskeletal trauma, spine diseases, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital disorders both surgically and nonsurgically. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Orthopedic Surgery practices include sports injuries, back pain, ruptured disks and spinal stenosis, bone tumors, carpal tunnel, hand arthritis and hand injuries, club foot, bow legs and hip dysplasia, orthopaedic trauma, limb lengthening, Achilles tendon injuries, bunions and foot and ankle injuries, as well as osteoporosis and arthritis.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Orthopedic Surgery
practices include knee arthroscopy and meniscectomy, shoulder arthroscopy and decompression, carpal tunnel release, knee arthroscopy and chondroplasty, removal of support implant, knee arthroscopy and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, knee replacement, repair of femoral neck fracture, repair of trochanteric fracture, debridement of skin/muscle/bone/fracture, knee arthroscopy repair of both meniscis, hip replacement, shoulder arthroscopy/distal clavicle excision, repair of rotator cuff tendon, repair fracture of radius (bone)/ulna, laminectomy, repair of ankle fracture (bimalleolar type), shoulder arthroscopy and debridement, lumbar spinal fusion, repair fracture of the distal part of radius, low back intervertebral disc surgery, incise finger tendon sheath, repair of ankle fracture (fibula), repair of femoral shaft fracture, and repair of trochanteric fracture.
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Orthopedic Surgeons in Stockbridge, GA
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Physiatry)
Orthoatlanta, LLC is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Physiatry) practice in Stockbridge, GA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in treating medical conditions affecting the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons.
Physiatrists at Orthoatlanta, LLC perform
diagnostic imaging, testing, assessment, and treatment of disorders and injuries related to chronic joint pain, spinal injury, athletic injury, congenital birth defect, traumatic injury, and age-related pain conditions. Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Physiatry) is
a medical specialty focused on diagnosing and treating injuries and illnesses related to muscle, joint spine, nerve, bone, and neurological disorders. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Physiatry) practices include spinal cord injury, pulled and torn muscles, nerve disorders, fibromyalgia, athletic injury, chronic joint and muscle pain, arthritis, and other disorders affecting the body's muscles, joints, and nerves.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (Physiatry)
practices include CT, x-ray, and MRI imaging, nerve conduction testing, spinal injections, prolotherapy, nerve and muscle biopsy, acupuncture, fitting of prosthetics and orthotics, impairment assessment, patient and parent education, and ultrasound guided corrective procedures.
Physical medicine and rehabilitation, also referred to as rehabilitation medicine, is the medical specialty concerned with diagnosing, evaluating, and treating patients with physical disabilities. These disabilities may arise from conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. Alternatively, the disabilities may result from neurological trauma or disease such as spinal cord injury, head injury or stroke. A physician certified in physical medicine and rehabilitation is often called a physiatrist. The primary goal of the physiatrist is to achieve maximal restoration of physical, psychological, social and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation. Pain management is often an important part of the role of the physiatrist. For diagnosis and evaluation, a physiatrist may include the techniques of electromyography to supplement the standard history, physical, x-ray and laboratory examinations. The physiatrist has expertise in the appropriate use of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics and mechanical and electrical devices.
Physiatrists in Stockbridge, GA
Physician Assisting
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Physician Assistants in Stockbridge, GA
Orthopedic Hand Surgery
Orthoatlanta, LLC is an Orthopedic Hand Surgery practice in Stockbridge, GA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in diagnosing and treating hand dysfunctions with physical and occupational therapy or with surgery to restore movement and reduce or eliminate pain.
Orthopedic Hand Surgeons at Orthoatlanta, LLC perform
diagnosis, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and surgery. Orthopedic Hand Surgery is
the field of medicine that treats dysfunctions of the hand, wrist, and forearm with and without surgery. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Orthopedic Hand Surgery practices include carpal tunnel syndrome, wrist pain, cuts on the fingers and hand and sports injuries.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Orthopedic Hand Surgery
practices include diagnostics, physical therapy, occupational therapy, and surgery.
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in the investigation, preservation and restoration by medical, surgical and rehabilitative means of all structures of the upper extremity directly affecting the form and function of the hand and wrist.
Orthopedic Hand Surgeons in Stockbridge, GA
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
Orthoatlanta, LLC is an Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery practice in Stockbridge, GA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in surgically reconstructing patient musculoskeletal systems.
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeons at Orthoatlanta, LLC perform
hip replacements, joint replacements, prosthetic limb fitting, knee surgery, spinal disc reconstruction, and other procedures relating to replacing or rebuilding the human muscles, joints, and tendons. Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery is
a medical specialty centered on surgically rebuilding or replacing patient bones, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery practices include skeletal birth defects, osteoarthritis, arthritis, avascular necrosis, traumatic injury to the skeleton, spine, or joints, and sports injuries.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgery
practices include diagnostic imaging like MRI, CT, and x-ray, procedures like hip arthroscopy, procedures on joints like core decompression, procedures to repair fractures, and hip and knee replacements.
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, adult reconstructive orthopaedic surgeons deal with reconstructive procedures such as joint arthroplasty (i.e., hip and knee), osteotomy, arthroscopy, soft-tissue reconstruction, and a variety of other adult reconstructive surgical procedures.
Adult Reconstructive Orthopedic Surgeons in Stockbridge, GA
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Orthoatlanta, LLC is a Foot and Ankle Surgery practice in Stockbridge, GA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in treating all disorders of the foot and ankle, both surgical and non-surgical.
Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons at Orthoatlanta, LLC perform
treatments for arthritis, ankle joints, hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot joints. Foot and Ankle Surgery is
a sub-specialty of orthopedics and podiatry that focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing disorders of the foot and ankle. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Foot and Ankle Surgery practices include malleolar fractures, tibial pilon fractures, calcaneus fractures, navicular and midfoot injuries and metatarsal and phalangeal fractures; arthritis care (primarily surgical) of the ankle joint, hindfoot, midfoot, and forefoot; congenital and acquired deformities like adult acquired flatfoot, non-neuromuscular foot deformity, diabetic foot disorders, hallux valgus; as well as common pediatric foot and ankle conditions like clubfoot and tarsal coalitions.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Foot and Ankle Surgery
practices include orthotics, physical therapy, NSAID and DMARDs prescription, bunionectomies, fusion of joint spaces, and surgical reconstruction.
Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, foot and ankle surgeons deal with adult reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, adult foot and ankle trauma, sports medicine foot and ankle, and children's foot and ankle reconstructive surgery.
Orthopedic Foot And Ankle Surgeons in Stockbridge, GA
Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery
Orthoatlanta, LLC is a Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery practice in Stockbridge, GA
with healthcare providers who have special training and skill in preventing, diagnosing, and treating athletic-related injuries.
Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeons at Orthoatlanta, LLC perform
surgery, medication, and physical rehabilitation to patients suffering sport-related injuries. Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery is
a medical specialty dealing with injuries and disorders related to athletic activities. Significant diseases and conditions treated at
Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery practices include torn ACL, chronic joint and back pain, knee injury, neck injury, muscle sprain, spinal disc pain, disc herniation, hamstring injury, and nerve dysfunction.
Medical tests, procedures and therapies provided by Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgery
practices include diagnostic imaging like x-ray, MRI, and CT scan, pain and mobility assessment, surgical repair of injured muscles, ligaments, nerves, and joints, physical therapy, inflammation reduction techniques, medical massage, acupuncture, diet and nutrition recommendation, nerve pain block injections, and referral to other specialists as needed.
An orthopaedic surgeon trained in sports medicine provides appropriate care for all structures of the musculoskeletal system directly affected by participation in sporting activity. This specialist is proficient in areas including conditioning, training and fitness, athletic performance and the impact of dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, and nutrition on performance and health, coordination of care within the team setting utilizing other health care professionals, field evaluation and management, soft tissue biomechanics and injury healing and repair. Knowledge and understanding of the principles and techniques of rehabilitation, athletic equipment and orthotic devices enables the specialist to prevent and manage athletic injuries.
Sports Medicine Orthopedic Surgeons in Stockbridge, GA
Magnetic Resonance Imaging
Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists in Stockbridge, GA
