Shoulder & Rotator Cuff
 | Shoulder: Most problems in the shoulder involve the muscles, ligaments, and tendons, rather than the bones. Athletes are especially susceptible to shoulder problems. In athletes, shoulder problems can develop slowly through repetitive, intensive training routines. Some people will have a tendency to ignore the pain of a shoulder injury, which only aggravates the condition, and may possibly cause more problems. People also may underestimate the extent of their injury because steady pain, weakness in the arm, or limitation of joint motion will become almost second nature to them. Rotator Cuff: The rotator cuff is one of the most important components of the shoulder. It is comprised of a group of muscles and tendons that hold the bones of the shoulder joint together. The rotator cuff muscles provide individuals with the ability to lift their arm and reach overhead. When the rotator cuff is injured, people sometimes do not recover the full shoulder function needed to properly participate in an athletic activity. |
- Arthritis
- Casting / Bracing
- Hand & Upper Extremity
- Hip & Knee
- Joint Replacement
- Orthopaedics Procedures
- Shoulder & Rotator Cuff
- Spine
Millions of people in the United States suffer from arthritis and osteoporosis. As a growing medical issue, the physicians at Lincoln Orthopaedic Center are specially trained to treat a broad range of musculoskeletal conditions. Some of the most commonly treated problems include: musculoskeletal pain, arthritis, osteoporosis and autoimmune diseases, including rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. Various treatment options do exist for patients who are diagnosed with arthritis, osteoporosis or a musculoskeletal condition. Depending on the patient's situation, we may recommend: physical therapy, joint and muscle exercises to improve strength and flexibility, weight management to relieve stress on weight-bearing joints, anti-inflammatory drugs for degenerative joint disorders, heat/cold therapies, or partial or total joint replacement.
Lincoln Orthopaedic Center is committed to offering our patients comprehensive orthopaedic care. If you or a loved one suffers from a fracture you may need a cast or brace to help your bones heal. The specific method of treatment depends on the severity of the break and the specific bone involved.
The following treatments are used for various types of fractures.
Cast
Casting is the most common type of fracture treatment, because most broken bones can heal successfully once they have been repositioned and a cast has been applied to keep the broken ends in proper position while they heal.
Brace
The brace allows limited or "controlled" movement of nearby joints. This treatment is desirable for some but not all fractures.
For your convenience, Lincoln Orthopaedic Center is equipped with bracing supplies as well as casting expertise which allows us to provide necessary treatment quickly.
This subspecialty relates to the diagnosis and treatment of the hands, wrist, forearm, elbow and shoulder. Some of the more common disorders of the hand and upper extremity include:
- Acute traumatic injuries (including fractures and dislocations)
- Arthritis
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Congenital Conditions
- Other Cumulative trauma disorders
- Painful Wrist
- Rotator Cuff Tear
- Shoulder Instability
- Tennis Elbow
- Golfers Elbow
- Tendonitis
- Tumors
Orthopaedists at Lincoln Orthopaedic Center can provide comprehensive care by working with other specialists and physicians, including plastic surgeons, pain management specialists, and occupational and physical therapists.
Depending on the condition, surgery, minimally invasive surgery (arthroscopy) or other types of non-surgical methods may be utilized in the treatment of hand and upper extremity disorders and injuries.
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Links
The physicians at LOC have extensive training and experience with primary and revision joint replacement surgery of the hip and knee including the latest advancements in minimally invasive techniques and alternative bearing surfaces (i.e., joint replacement parts composed of metal, ceramic or polyethylene).
Frequently Treated Problems
- Osteoarthritis
- Hip fractures
- Joint pain
- Arthritis following an injury
- ACL tears
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Knee meniscal tears
Links
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
www.AllAboutArthritis.com
It can be hard to cope with the pain and physical limitations of arthritis and other joint disorders. Although some 43 million Americans suffer from hip and knee conditions, approximately 426,000 total hip and knee replacements take place each year. More and more, people are realizing that joint replacement can make their lives much better. If you have joint pain that interferes with your daily activities, you don't have to give in to it. Lincoln Orthopaedic Center's total joint replacement team can help.
LOC offers all types of joint replacement services to restore freedom of movement and to relieve the pain of degenerated and diseased joints. We specialize in modern joint replacement surgery and offer minimally invasive hip replacement. We have performed thousands of hip and knee replacements, allowing patients to return to active lifestyles without fear of debilitating pain. Joint replacement may be the best option for you if:
- You have a lot of pain in your everyday activities and even when resting
- Anti-inflammatory drugs have not reduced your pain.
- You have bad side effects from your pain medications.
- You have a knee or hip deformity.
- Other treatments, such as physical therapy, don't help.
- You have already had a joint replaced and it is wearing out.
Primary care physicians who refer patients will be kept up-to-date information on the patient's progress and our patients are referred back to the primary care physician at the end of treatment.
Lincoln Orthopaedic Center offers a broad range of orthopaedic treatments and administers a genuine effort to make your experience as pleasant as possible. Our board-certified physicians are capable of providing excellent care so that you can return to your normal, everyday activities. If you would like to learn more about a specific injury or procedure, you can utilize our patient education library:
| Shoulder: Most problems in the shoulder involve the muscles, ligaments, and tendons, rather than the bones. Athletes are especially susceptible to shoulder problems. In athletes, shoulder problems can develop slowly through repetitive, intensive training routines. Some people will have a tendency to ignore the pain of a shoulder injury, which only aggravates the condition, and may possibly cause more problems. People also may underestimate the extent of their injury because steady pain, weakness in the arm, or limitation of joint motion will become almost second nature to them. Rotator Cuff: The rotator cuff is one of the most important components of the shoulder. It is comprised of a group of muscles and tendons that hold the bones of the shoulder joint together. The rotator cuff muscles provide individuals with the ability to lift their arm and reach overhead. When the rotator cuff is injured, people sometimes do not recover the full shoulder function needed to properly participate in an athletic activity. |
Spine
- Multidisciplinary Care
- LOC Spine Center’s multidisciplinary approach provides a broad range of diagnostic and therapeutic treatment options for all spine patients.
- LOC Spine Center’s areas of treatment encompass:
- Arthritis and/or degenerative conditions
- Cervical, thoracic, and lumbar disc herniations
- Failed neck and back surgery
- Fractures of the spine
- Low back (lumbar) pain
- Midback (thoracic) pain
- Neck (cervical) pain
- Sciatica/radiculopathy
- Scoliosis
- Spinal instability
- Spinal stenosis
- Tumors
Our spine care specialty network offers:
- Advanced interventional injection suite
- On-site diagnostics
- Out-patient surgery
- Physical therapy
- Rehabilitation programs
These facilities, combined with integrated radiology and hospital partnerships, streamline the treatment process, speeding the road to recovery. Our goal is to restore normal function through safe and effective treatment.
With a patient-centered focus, our team of experienced spine care specialists work together to determine an accurate diagnosis, and provide individualized treatment solutions. With ongoing communication among our providers, your family doctor, and most importantly, you, we offer the following pledge:
We will work as a team to:
- Diagnose your spinal problem or the source of your pain.
- Prescribe and implement an appropriate course of treatment.
- Pursue the goal of restoring pain-free functioning.
