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What is Orthopedic Medicine?
Orthopedic medicine focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system. This complex system includes your bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles and nerves.
Why is Orthopedic Health important?
The condition of the musculoskeletal system is directly related to the ability to move, work and lead active, fulfilling lives. Taking proper care of bones and joints when young helps prevent or lessen the effects of aging, stress and strain on these crucial body parts over the years. For more information on orthopedic conditions visit Education and Research.
How our orthopedic doctors can help
The specialists at Orthopaedic Associates of Manitowoc are experienced in orthopedic surgery and general orthopedic care. We treat injuries and ailments throughout the body, and are dedicated to providing orthopedic care of the highest quality.
Services include:
- Treatment of arthritic conditions of the shoulder, hip, spine, knee, foot and ankle;
- Knee replacement surgery
- Hip replacement surgery
- Rotator cuff surgery
- Arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder, elbow, knee and ankle;
- Treatment of fractures and soft tissue trauma
- Sports therapy
We provide many new and advanced procedures, including endoscopic carpel tunnel release surgery for carpal tunnel syndrome, complex joint restoration procedures, anterior approach hip replacement surgery, and outpatient joint replacement surgery.
To learn more about specific orthopedic issues, visit Education and Research.
Manitowoc sports and medicine
Our specialists also are the leaders of sports medicine in manitowoc. Our treatments include healing injuries to cartilage, ligaments and bones.




