Orthopedics in Gunnison Valley
Serving Our Community with Excellence Since 1938
Everything about our hospital in Gunnison Valley is centered on our patients.
We're committed to providing quality care at the local level so that
our community members don't have to travel far for access to excellent
healthcare in a variety of specialty areas. The orthopedics treatment
services at Gunnison Valley Health are no exception.
What Is Orthopedic Medicine?
Orthopedic services focus on treatment of the
musculoskeletal system. The musculoskeletal system consists of the bones, ligaments, muscles,
joints, and tendons in the body. This discipline can encompass treatment
of a broad range of ailments and conditions.
Just a few examples include:
- Arthritis / rheumatoid arthritis
- Tendinitis
- Dislocated shoulder
- Rotator cuff injuries including tear and tendinitis
- Bone tumors
- Bone fractures
- Non-unions / mal-unions of the bone
- Deformities of the spine
- Joint dislocation
- Ligament tears
- Tarsal tunnel syndrome
- Deformities of the foot / ankle
- Osgood-Schlatter disease of the knee
- Injuries to the knee including cartilage and meniscus injuries, torn /
sprained ligaments, and patella dislocation
- Elbow injuries, diseases, stiffness, or contractures
- Spinal cord injuries
- Spinal tumors
- Scoliosis
Some of the procedures and services encompassed in the field of orthopedic
medicine include:
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Imaging services: Arthrograms, computed tomography (CT) scans, discography, X-rays, magnetic
resonance imaging (MRIs), and bone scans
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Surgical procedures: Cartilage repair and surgery, fracture repair, amputation, arthroscopic
surgeries, spinal cord surgeries, joint replacement, and more
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Injections: Hyaluronic acid injections and corticosteroid injections
Advanced & Effective Care at Our Gunnison Valley Hospital
You can expect a high standard of care at Gunnison Valley Health. We are
centered on our patients and our reputation for excellent care goes back
to our founding in 1938. For more information about our orthopedic services,
or to request an appointment with our dedicated team,
contact our office today.