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Arthrography is a type of imaging test used to look at a joint, such as the shoulder, knee, or hip. It may be done if standard X-rays do not show the needed details of the joint structure and function....more

Arthroplasty in Orthopedic Treatments

Arthroplasty is a surgical procedure to restore the function of a joint. A joint can be restored by resurfacing the bones. An artificial joint (called a prosthesis) may also be used....more

Arthroscopy in Orthopedic Treatments

Orthopedic surgeons use arthroscopy to diagnose and treat joint problems. An arthroscope is a small, tube shaped instrument that is used to look inside a joint....more

Bone Biopsy in Orthopedic Treatments

A bone biopsy is a procedure done to remove tissue or cells from the body to be looked at under a microscope....more

Bone Density Test in Orthopedic Treatments

A bone density test is used to measure the bone mineral content and density. It may be done using X-rays, dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry (DEXA or DXA), or a special CT scan that uses computer software to determine bone density of the hip or spine....more

Bone Marrow Biopsy in Orthopedic Treatments

A bone marrow biopsy involves removing a small sample of the bone marrow inside your bones for testing. Bone marrow is a soft tissue in the center of most large bones. It makes most of the body's blood cells. The biopsy is done using a small needle inserted into the bone...more

Bone Scan in Orthopedic Treatments

A bone scan is a radiology procedure used to look at the skeleton. It is done to find areas of physical and chemical changes in bone. A bone scan may also be used to see if treatment of certain conditions is working....more

Bunion Surgery in Orthopedic Treatments

Bunion surgery is done to reduce the pain and correct the deformity caused by a bunion. A bunion (hallux valgus) is an enlargement of the bone or tissue around a joint at the base of the big toe or at the base of the little toe....more

Carpal Tunnel Release in Orthopedic Treatments

Carpal tunnel release is surgery to treat carpal tunnel syndrome. During this surgery, the surgeon cuts through a ligament in the wrist to make more room for nerves and tendons to pass through. This can improve the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome....more

Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Bones in Orthopedic Treatments

Computed tomography is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs....more

Computed Tomography (CT) Scan of the Spine in Orthopedic Treatments

Computed tomography is an imaging test that uses X-rays and a computer to make detailed images of the body. A CT scan shows details of the bones, muscles, fat, and organs. CT scans are more detailed than standard X-rays....more

Epidural Corticosteroid Injections in Orthopedic Treatments

In the simplest of terms, an epidural corticosteroid (steroid) injection is a way to deliver pain medicine quickly into the body with a syringe....more

Fluoroscopy Procedure in Orthopedic Treatments

Fluoroscopy is a study of moving body structures. It’s much like an X-ray "movie" and is often done while a contrast dye moves through the part of the body being examined. Fluoroscopy, as an imaging tool, allows healthcare providers to look at many body systems. These include the skeletal, digestive, urinary, respiratory, and reproductive systems....more

Joint Aspiration in Orthopedic Treatments

Joint aspiration is a procedure to remove fluid from the space around a joint using a needle and syringe. It may be done to relieve swelling and/or to obtain fluid for analysis to diagnose a joint disorder and/or problem....more

Knee Ligament Repair in Orthopedic Treatments

Ligaments surround a joint to give it support and limit its movement. A torn ligament severely limits knee movement. Surgery is a choice to repair a torn ligament if other treatment does not work....more

Kyphoplasty in Orthopedic Treatments

Kyphoplasty is a procedure used to treat fractures or breaks in the vertebrae. It involves injecting a cement-like material into the vertebra to make it more stable....more

Laminectomy in Orthopedic Treatments

Laminectomy is a type of surgery in which a surgeon removes part or all of the vertebral bone (lamina). This helps relieve compression of the spinal cord or the nerve roots that may be caused by injury, herniated disk, spinal stenosis (narrowing of the canal), or tumors....more

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Bones, Joints, and Soft Tissues in Orthopedic Treatments

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to make detailed pictures of organs and structures within the body. It is used to diagnose health problems....more

Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Spine and Brain in Orthopedic Treatments

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a large magnet, radiofrequencies, and a computer to produce detailed images of organs and structures within the body, in this case, the brain and spine. MRI is used to help diagnose a health problem....more

Muscle Biopsy in Orthopedic Treatments

A muscle biopsy involves removing a small piece of tissue to diagnose disease. The tissue is usually removed using a needle....more

Rotator Cuff Repair in Orthopedic Treatments

The rotator cuff is the muscles and tendons that hold the shoulder in place. The rotator cuff can become injured or wear down with age. If injured, the rotator cuff may need surgery to repair it....more

Myelogram in Orthopedic Treatments

A myelogram is a diagnostic imaging test generally done by a radiologist. It uses a contrast dye and X-rays or computed tomography (CT) to look for problems in the spinal canal. Problems can develop in the spinal cord, nerve roots, and other tissues. This test is also called myelography....more

X-rays of the Extremities in Orthopedic Treatments

X-rays use invisible electromagnetic energy beams to make images of internal tissues, bones, and organs. Standard X-rays are done for many reasons, including diagnosing tumors or bone injuries....more

X-rays of the Spine, Neck, or Back in Orthopedic Treatments

This procedure may be used to diagnose back or neck pain, fractures or broken bones, arthritis, degeneration of the disks, tumors, or other problems....more

Achilles Tendon Repair Surgery in Orthopedic Treatments

Achilles tendon repair surgery is a type of surgery to fix a damaged Achilles tendon. This is the strong, fibrous cord in the lower leg that connects the muscles of your calf to your heel. It's the largest tendon in your body....more

Ankle Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Orthopedic Treatments

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgery used to stabilize and heal a broken bone. You might need this procedure to treat your broken ankle....more

Ankle Fusion in Orthopedic Treatments

Ankle fusion is a type of surgery to fuse the bones of your ankle into one piece. It's also known as ankle arthrodesis. The surgery is usually done to treat arthritis in the ankle. ...more

Ankle Replacement Surgery in Orthopedic Treatments

Ankle replacement surgery is the replacement of a damaged ankle joint with an artificial implant....more

Bone Grafting in Orthopedic Treatments

Bone grafting is a surgical procedure that uses transplanted bone to repair and rebuild diseased or damaged bones. During a bone graft, your surgeon inserts a new piece of bone in the place where a bone needs to heal or join. The cells inside the new bone can then seal themselves to the old bone....more

Clavicle Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Orthopedic Treatments

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgery used to stabilize and heal a broken bone. You might need this procedure to treat your broken collarbone (clavicle)....more

Elbow Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Orthopedic Treatments

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgery used to stabilize and heal a broken bone. You might need this procedure to treat your broken elbow....more

Femur Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Orthopedic Treatments

Open reduction and internal fixation is a surgery used to treat a broken thigh bone. Orthopedic surgeons reposition the fractured bone pieces during surgery, so that they are back in their proper alignment, and physically reconnect the bones....more

Hip Resurfacing in Orthopedic Treatments

Hip resurfacing is a type of surgery to replace a damaged hip joint. During hip resurfacing, your surgeon makes an incision to access your hip bone and thighbone. Next, he or she trims and caps your femoral head with a smooth metal covering. Your surgeon also removes the part of the damaged bone with the hip bone socket, replacing it with a metal shell....more

Lateral Ankle Ligament Reconstruction in Orthopedic Treatments

Lateral ankle ligament reconstruction is a surgical procedure to tighten and secure one or more ankle ligaments on the outside of your ankle. It typically takes place as an outpatient procedure....more

Meniscal Transplant Surgery in Orthopedic Treatments

Meniscal transplant surgery is a type of surgery that replaces a person's missing or damaged meniscus with a meniscus from a cadaver donor. The surgery usually takes place under general anesthesia....more

Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement in Orthopedic Treatments

A minimally invasive total hip replacement is a type of surgery to replace a damaged hip joint. It uses a smaller cut (incision) than a traditional total hip replacement. It also uses special tools....more

Minimally Invasive Total Knee Replacement in Orthopedic Treatments

Total knee replacement is a type of surgery to replace a damaged knee joint. A minimally invasive surgery uses a smaller cut (incision) than a traditional total knee replacement....more

Posterior Tibialis Tendon Surgery in Orthopedic Treatments

Posterior tibialis tendon surgery is done to repair the tendon on the back of your calf that courses down the inside part of your ankle. Surgeons can do a few different types of surgery to repair this tendon....more

Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement in Orthopedic Treatments

A reverse total shoulder replacement is a special type of shoulder replacement surgery. It allows your surgeon to remove the damaged parts of the shoulder and replace them with artificial components....more

Tibia/Fibula Fracture Open Reduction and Internal Fixation in Orthopedic Treatments

Open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) is a type of surgery used to stabilize and heal a broken bone. You might need this procedure to treat your broken shin bone (tibia) or your fibula....more

Hip Pinning in Orthopedic Treatments

A hip pinning is a type of surgery to fix a broken (fractured) hip. Another name for hip pinning is hip fracture repair and internal fixation. Hip pinning uses pins, screws, or plates to help hold broken bones together so they can heal correctly....more

Total Hip Replacement: Anterior Approach in Orthopedic Treatments

A total hip replacement is a type of surgery. It replaces your hip joint with an artificial one. It is also called hip arthroplasty. Healthcare providers can do these procedures from behind the hip, to the side of the hip, or from in front of the hip. Total hip replacement with anterior approach refers to surgeries done from in front of the hip. These surgeries may also be called mini, modified, minimally invasive, or muscle-sparing surgeries....more

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