Downtown Spine, Sports & Orthopedic Rehabilitation P.C.
65 Broadway / 47 Trinity Place, Suite 603 New York, NY 10006. (212) 422-1111
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Downtown Spine, Sports & Orthopedic Rehabilitation P.C.

65 Broadway / 47 Trinity Place, Suite 603
(Between Wall Street & Exchange Place)
New York, NY 10006

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It is advised that you request the services of an expert such as an orthopaedic NYC if you have been experiencing joint pain or have injured the musculoskeletal system. Below is a list of some of the conditions that these specialists treat:

Arthritis: this refers to diseases that cause pain in the joints, inflammation and stiffness that usually lead to joint damage of the cartilage. This can result in daily living being a struggle. It can also lessen the patient’s capability of looking after his or herself. This severe type of arthritis may result in patients not being able to walk comfortably and they may experience pain when trying to open jars or cans or brushing their teeth. Arthritis is treated with remedies such as lifestyle changes, medications and sometimes joint replacement surgery.

Injuries: Impact from activities and sports considered to be high risk are often the cause of these injuries. A ligament tear, for example, is often required to be treated by an orthopedic NYC surgeon for it to heal fully. Strained or pulled muscles such as rotator cuff injuries and tendonitis, as well as others are conditions that also require treatment from a these doctors.

Tumors: An orthopedic surgeon usually operates on tumours to remove them when they grow on or in the bones. These doctors have been trained to preserve maximum mobility while treating this type of condition.
 
Joint Replacement: This type of surgery is almost always done by an orthopedic NYC surgeon. The knee, hip and elbow are the joints which usually have to be replaced surgically. A joint replacement surgery may be your best bet if you have unbearable pain that restrict normal functioning in any of these areas.  Replacement joints are temporary hence doctors normally hesitate to do this surgery, make the decision only if there is no other practical options available to relieve the pain.

Broken Bones: This is the most common treatment done by these doctors. Minor breaks, however, do not essentially require the services of a specialist. An orthopedic NYC surgeon would be the best choice if a young child broke a bone that is still growing, or if you received a break that needs surgery or pins.

You should request relevant information from your insurance provider before you schedule consultation with a specialist. Your primary care doctor may need to provide you with a referral. It should not be a problem to get a referral if he or she is not trained to perform the necessary surgery, then you will receive insurance coverage for the treatment you need from the specialist.