- Osteoporosis
- ArthritisBoth osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis lead to the degeneration of cartilage within joints, which can cause pain, stiffness and swelling. If caught in the early stages, hand and wrist arthritis can be treated when the damage is still minimal—these cases are most successfully treated with surgery. Surgical procedures might include...
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Medical Weight LossA chronic disease that causes systemic inflammation affecting the skin and joints, kidneys, the tissue lining the lungs, the heart and brain. Many patients experience fatigue, weight loss and fever. Lupus flares vary from mild to serious. Most patients experience times when the disease is active, followed by remission.
- RheumatologyAutoimmune conditions such as arthritis, lupus and gout affect the whole body and can cause debilitating joint pain, along with other symptoms. A rheumatologist is trained to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal and inflammatory conditions with a systemic, comprehensive approach.
- Emergency CareWith over 35 locations in the Greater Philadelphia region, Premier Orthopaedics provides the full spectrum of orthopaedic services – including bone, muscle and joint care; physical therapy, MRI and urgent care. Patients trust our specialists for their experience, expertise and commitment to exceptional care.
- Pregnancy
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeOne of the most common hand complaints, this condition occurs when the median nerve inside the carpal tunnel is impinged upon by inflamed tendons in the wrist, creating pain, tingling and numbness. It can be caused by repetitive hand use, genetics, or hormonal changes from pregnancy, and sometimes occurs after a sprain or fracture. Carpal tunnel syndrome can be treated in the following ways...
- Diabetes Care
- UltrasoundAccording to the National Institutes of Health, pain affects more Americans than diabetes, heart disease and cancer combined, and it is the leading reason why Americans access the healthcare system. Typically, people who seek out interventional pain management are experiencing pain from acute or chronic overuse sports injuries and orthopaedic conditions affecting the spine, muscles and joints or sometimes after surgeries. Initial evaluations will involve finding the reason for pain and may include blood chemistry tests, X-rays and/or imaging such as musculoskeletal MRIs, ultrasound, and elecyromyography and nerve conduction studies EMG/NCS.
- MRI
- X-Rays
- Orthopedics
- ArthroscopyIf you’re dealing with wrist pain or a wrist injury, an arthroscopy may be the right choice for you. This minimally invasive procedure will allow your surgeon to identify, diagnose, and treat your condition. The wrist is made up of eight small bones and connecting...
- Joint ReplacementMANY COMMON FOOT DISORDERS, CONDITIONS AND INJURIES CAN BE TREATED BY NONSURGICAL METHODS. FOR LESS SERIOUS CONCERNS, TREATMENT MIGHT INCLUDE RICE (REST, ICE, COMPRESSION AND ELEVATION) AND ORTHOTICS OR INSOLES THAT GIVE SUPPORT TO THE FEET. INJECTING MEDICINE DIRECTLY INTO THE JOINTS CAN RELIEVE PAIN. CASTING IMMOBILIZES A FRACTURED BONE SO THE AFFECTED AREA CAN HEAL. IN SOME CASES, SURGERY IS NECESSARY FOR HEALING INJURY TO REGAIN RANGE OF MOTION, FUNCTION AND STABILITY. SURGICAL SOLUTIONS MIGHT INCLUDE ARTHROSCOPY, FUSIONS, JOINT REPLACEMENT, RECONSTRUCTION OR REPAIRS AND OTHER INTERVENTIONS.
- ArthroscopyARTHROSCOPY Just think about being able to peek directly into your injured joint through a little telescope and not only seeing what is wrong, but also being able to fix it! This is no futuristic dream: It’s what is being done today with arthroscopic surgery, one of...
- Hip ReplacementIf you’re having a hip replacement, it’s best to be as informed as possible before undergoing surgery. While this is a common procedure that successfully restores mobility to many patients, it’s still a major surgery that you need to be fully prepared for. Keep...
- Cyst
- Lesions
- Sports MedicineOur feet are our foundation, and foot and ankle specialists ensure that we can walk and exercise without pain. Orthopaedic specialists and surgeons diagnose and treat foot and ankle problems due to sports injuries, wear-and-tear, and other conditions.
- Physical TherapyHealing after an injury can be a long and painful process. And while there are many restorative practices you can do to speed along the process including physical therapy, massage, and other natural healing modalities, there’s also something quite simple you can do...
- Frozen ShoulderCharacterized by stiffness and pain in the shoulder joint, this condition is caused by thickened connective tissue and progresses over time.
- Tennis ElbowThis repetitive injury occurs from sports as well as activities that overload the tendons connecting the wrist and arm, such as physical labor, making it painful to grip objects.
- Flatfoot Correction
- Heel Pain
- Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy
- General Podiatry
- Ankle Instability
- Ankle Sprain
- Flat Feet
- Hammertoes
- Heel Spurs
- Heel Pain
- Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis is the most common diagnosis for those experiencing heel pain, with almost 2 million people seeking treatment for this condition each year according to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. It involves inflammation of a thick band of tissue...