Though the human body is durable, it is not indestructible. Sports injuries, medical conditions, and age-related wear and tear may impact muscles, bones, and connective tissue, resulting in pain and limited movement. No matter how an injury occurs, Richmond University Medical Center can help. Our board-certified specialists provide state-of-the-art orthopedic surgery for patients across Staten Island, New York. Learn more about how this surgery can help patients relieve pain, improve mobility, and restore their quality of life.
What Is Orthopedic Surgery?
The musculoskeletal system is the body’s support structure. It carries weight, protects vital organs, and gives the body its shape. It also enables movement, allowing a person to perform various everyday activities. These functions are made possible by a complex network of:
- Bones
- Joints
- Cartilage
- Tendons and ligaments
- Muscles
- Soft tissues
Injuries to this system result in pain and lost mobility. Orthopedic surgery is a medical discipline that focuses on treating problems in the musculoskeletal system with surgical procedures. It provides routine maintenance, repairs damage, or prevents issues caused by degeneration, wear, or tear. This helps patients maintain their range of movement and live pain-free longer.
Orthopedic Surgeries We Offer
Every patient’s case is unique. The surgeons at Richmond University Medical Center are proficient in a variety of surgery types for different situations. They work with the patient to develop a personalized treatment plan, helping them understand their options. They may include:
Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopic surgery is considered a minimally invasive procedure. It utilizes an arthroscope, or a tiny fiber optic camera attached to a flexible tube, which is inserted into the body through an incision. Surgeons use the camera’s feed to examine pain sites, helping them accurately diagnose both acute and chronic conditions and plan the most appropriate treatment.
Joint Replacement Surgery
When age, injury, or disease damages the cartilage in joints, those joints may become painful to move. Richmond University Medical Center performs joint replacement to remove damaged cartilage and replace it with a metal or plastic implant. The implant acts like a healthy joint, eliminating pain and restoring a normal range of motion.
Hip Replacement Surgery
The hip is one of the largest and most important joints. It supports most of the body’s weight while allowing the body to walk, bend over, or sit. As a result, it takes heavy stress. Hip replacement surgery, also called arthroplasty, is a procedure to repair damage caused by injury, arthritis, or osteoporosis. The damaged bone is replaced with an artificial one that moves without pain.
Sports Injuries
People of all ages enjoy sports to have fun, make social connections, and stay active. All sports, however, come with the potential for injury. In fact, sports are among the most common causes of orthopedic injuries. While athletes are especially susceptible, sports injuries may affect anybody who participates in heavy physical activity. They may even occur after taking every precaution, though some factors may increase a person’s risk of injury:
- Using improper form or technique
- Wearing incorrect or poorly fitting footwear
- Training on hard ground surfaces
- Having previous injuries
- Overtraining
Sports injuries do not go away by themselves. It is essential to have injuries evaluated by a medical professional to plan an appropriate treatment. The board-certified surgeons at Richmond University Medical Center are skilled in treating all kinds of sports injuries. They utilize a variety of methods, including physical therapy, surgery, bracing, pain management, and more, to help patients experience pain relief and get back to the activities they love.
Acute Sports Injuries
Acute injuries are what most people imagine when they think of an injury. They are caused by sudden and severe trauma to a body part. They may arise from a collision with another player, an equipment malfunction, landing wrong from a jump, or other accidents. Acute injury types include sprains, fractures, contusions, and more, and may affect the muscle, connective tissue, or bone.
Overuse Injuries
Overuse injuries occur through excess repetition of a particular motion. The repetition allows damage to gradually accumulate without giving the body part time to heal. Over time, this leads to degradation or scar tissue buildup. It may also make the affected area more susceptible to acute injury. Overuse most commonly affects ligaments, tendons, and muscles.
Find Top-Rated Orthopedic Surgery and Care on Staten Island
Anybody can be affected by an orthopedic injury or condition. If you are struggling with pain, aching joints, or a reduced range of motion, you can find relief at Richmond University Medical Center. Our providers in Staten Island, NY are experienced board-certified physicians who provide a variety of treatments, including orthopedic surgery, to help you get back to pain-free living. Contact us today to learn more about our services or to schedule a consultation and discuss your treatment.
