Orthopedics

Saint Mary's Orthopedic Surgeons

Dr. Bruce Brown, Dr. Owen Kelly and Dr. Jeff Cartwright

Orthopedics is the specialty involved with diagnosing and treating the musculoskeletal system. Saint Mary’s orthopedic surgeons treat a wide assortment of injuries and diseases. Most orthopedic physicians use minimally invasive procedures to help reduce pain and speed recovery.

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According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons:

• Arthritis is the leading chronic condition reported by the elderly.
• Back or spine injuries are the most prevalent musculoskeletal conditions.
• Carpal tunnel syndrome accounts for more than two million physician visits a year.
• More than half of all athletic injuries occur in the knee. Orthopedic surgeons treat knees more often than any other part of the body.
• Sprains, dislocations and fractures account for almost half of all musculoskeletal injuries.

Some other conditions that may cause you to visit an orthopedic surgeon include:

• Arthroscopic knee and shoulder surgery
• Broken bones
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Foot and ankle injuries
• Hand injuries
• Joint reconstruction
• Reconstructive surgery
• Sports injuries
• Trauma surgery

For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 479.384.4759.