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:
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.
