Atención ortopédica
Los médicos ortopédicos, llamados ortopedistas, brindan atención para los huesos y las articulaciones. Esto incluye dolor de rodilla, reemplazo total de la articulación, problemas que afectan la columna vertebral, entre otros. Es posible que deba visitar a un ortopedista si tiene artritis u osteoporosis, o si recientemente ha sufrido un esguince, una torcedura o una fractura de hueso.
Cirugía ortopédica en St. Petersburg, Florida
En HCA Florida St. Petersburg Hospital, estamos dedicados a brindarle atención ortopédica integral, desde el diagnóstico hasta la rehabilitación.
Nuestros cirujanos ortopédicos se especializan en opciones de tratamiento avanzadas, incluida la cirugía de reemplazo articular mínimamente invasiva. También ofrecemos un programa de rehabilitación coordinado para ayudarlo a sanar y recuperarse de la cirugía.
Nuestros servicios de atención ortopédica
Ofrecemos exámenes de detección, evaluaciones y una variedad de tratamientos quirúrgicos y no quirúrgicos.
Types of orthopedic treatments we offer
Some of the most common nonsurgical and surgical treatments we offer include:
- Adult reconstructive surgery
- Ankle replacement
- Foot surgery
- Hand and upper extremity surgery, including shoulder surgery
- Hip replacement
- Joint pain treatment
- Joint replacement surgery
- Knee replacement
- Outpatient arthritis services
- Outpatient orthopedic services
- Spine surgery
- Sports injury treatment
Joint care
Joint pain is often due to cartilage damage caused by injury, wear and tear or arthritis in the joint. Cartilage damage impacts the joint's functionality and causes pain. Some joint pain can be treated with conservative methods; however, when these methods are ineffective, we may recommend surgery.
Joint replacement surgery
The goal of joint replacement surgery is to help relieve your pain and work toward resuming your daily activities. The majority of hip and knee replacements last 15 years or longer. These surgeries can also help correct deformities and prevent further joint damage.
If you are experiencing hip or knee pain, our goal is to pursue the least invasive path to treating your symptoms. Some potential benefits of minimally invasive joint replacement include:
- Faster recovery
- Less trauma to the body
- Shorter stay in the hospital
Total hip replacement
In a total hip replacement, the head of the thigh bone is replaced with an artificial ball and stem made of strong metal or ceramic. The artificial socket is made of polyethylene or metal backed with a plastic liner. The artificial joint may be cemented in position or held securely in the bone without cement.
Total knee replacement
During a total knee replacement, our knee specialists replace a diseased knee joint with an artificial joint. The artificial joint is often anchored into place with bone cement. In other instances, the artificial joint is covered with material that allows bone tissue to grow into it.
Orthopedic rehabilitation
After you undergo orthopedic surgery, we offer a physical rehabilitation program. Our goal is to help you work toward regaining mobility and returning to an active lifestyle. To do this, we provide personalized treatment plans and educational resources. We also encourage your family and friends to join the recovery process.