For decades, doctors had only one treatment option for serious orthopedic problems: surgery. But this invasive procedure is extremely risky, especially for patients with specific health conditions or various allergies to anesthetic solutions. However, things have changed. At the present, the doctors at our High Point orthopedic clinic help patients using modern non-surgical orthopedic treatments.
In this article, we will explain the most effective treatments for orthopedic problems that do not involve surgery.
1. Chiropractic
Chiropractic care is extremely effective for patients who cannot undergo any invasive treatment. The treatment simply involves manual procedures, such as:
- Adjustments of the spine to relieve pain and realign vertebrae
- Deep-tissue massage to relieve muscle tension
- Various techniques involving special equipment for patients with a low pain tolerance
Chiropractic manipulations can solve many orthopedic problems related to the spine and joints. It is recommended even for professional athletes who want to return to top-notch performance without any side-effects from their injuries.
Chiropractors are highly trained professionals, who know how to take care of all types of patients, including children, the elderly and pregnant women.
2. Physical Therapy
Physical therapy is one of the non-surgical orthopedic treatments used together with chiropractic. Medical research studies show that this type of therapy plays a key role in orthopedic rehabilitation.
Physical therapists supervise patients who perform specially formulated exercises that aim to:
- Restore functionality in the injured body part
- Rebuild muscle strength and flexibility
- Reduce the risk of scar tissue formation at the injury site
At the same time, physical therapy exercises and stretching techniques help reduce pain without the need of taking painkillers.
3. Radiofrequency Ablation
Some orthopedic problems caused by autoimmune and degenerative conditions, such as arthritis, cannot be fully cured. The root cause remains, at least until researchers find an effective treatment for such conditions.
However, patients with such conditions need not live with pain on a daily basis. The doctors at our High Point orthopedic clinic use radiofrequency ablation successfully to help patients find relief from pain for long periods of time (several months).
This procedure involves applying targeted heat to the nerve that transmits the pain signal to the brain. The special needle used for this minimally invasive procedure will create a heat lesion, which prevents the nerve from sending pain signals.
Your body will eventually repair the lesion, but you can safely rely on radiofrequency ablation as a long-term pain management solution.
4. Epidural Injections
Epidural injections with steroids and anesthetic substances can help with many types of chronic back pain where surgery or permanent treatment is not an option. This is a very simple and safe procedure, which takes less than three hours to perform:
- 1 hour to prepare the patient
- 15-30 minutes the actual epidural injection
- 30 minutes under the doctor’s observation after the procedure
5. Medication Management
We do not overlook the possibility of helping you recover and find relief from pain by taking medications. However, we will perform a detailed analysis of your medical history before prescribing any drug to you.
We want to make sure that the medications:
- Do not interfere with other drugs you are taking for other conditions
- Are not likely to lead to dependency on them
- Will not cause any allergic reaction
- Are correctly dosed for maximum benefits and minimum risks
Let the Doctors at Our High Point Orthopedic Clinic Find the Best Solution for You!
The doctors at Apex Orthopaedics, Spine & Neurology rely on extensive experience and the latest medical technologies to help patients heal and live a pain-free life. We use modern tested and proven non-surgical orthopedic treatments for various injuries and conditions.
Come to our High Point orthopedic center to get better! Call now to schedule your initial appointment at 800-800-8000!