Knee
The Knee
Your knee is a complex hinge joint that connects your thigh bone to your shin bone. The anterior cruciate ligament, the large ligament that helps connect the joint, provides knee stability and makes it possible for you to bend and straighten your legs. Any of the bones and soft tissues in your knee joint are susceptible to injury, overuse, and degenerative diseases like arthritis.
At Southern Oregon Orthopedics, our specialty-trained knee specialists in Medford and Grants Pass, Oregon, specialize in diagnosing and treating a variety of knee-related conditions to help you regain knee function and strength.
Do I Need to See a Knee Expert?
If you have persistent pain or inflammation in your knee from arthritis or an injury, it’s important that you schedule an appointment so your condition doesn’t worsen. Our providers at Southern Oregon Orthopedics also recommend a diagnostic evaluation if your symptoms continue, even with treatment, or if your pain is severe enough to cause a disability.
Some of the common knee conditions the providers at Southern Oregon Orthopedics treat include:
- ACL tears
- Osteoarthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Joint deformities
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How Can I Get a Diagnosis & Treatment for My Knee Condition?
Southern Oregon Orthopedics providers can identify the root cause of unexplained inflammation and pain in your knee using on-site diagnostic imaging tests like digital X-rays and CT and MRI scans.
When you have severe pain or need treatment for a joint deformity, your Southern Oregon Orthopedics provider might recommend surgery. Our orthopedic surgeons offer nonsurgical treatments, like orthobiologics and other injections, as well as several types of knee surgeries, including arthroscopy and knee replacement.
Knee Arthroscopy
Knee arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgery that only requires small incisions over your knee to access your joint. A special instrument with an attached camera fits through the incisions and sends real-time images of your inner knee to a monitor that your surgeon views during the procedure.
Using arthroscopic techniques, your surgeon can repair ACL tears or torn cartilage and remove damaged tissue or bone without causing unnecessary trauma to your body.
Knee Replacement Surgery
If you have a severely damaged joint because of arthritis or due to structural defects in your knee, you might be a candidate for knee replacement surgery. This type of surgery focuses on replacing part or all of your damaged knee joint with an artificial joint to restore function and provide long-term pain relief.
Southern Oregon Orthopedics offers several types of knee replacement surgeries, using robot-assisted Mako SmartRobotics™ technology as well as knee joint revision surgery.
World-Class Knee Care at Southern Oregon Orthopedics
The doctors at Southern Oregon Orthopedics are specialty-trained experts in their fields of bone, joint, and muscle care. Our specialized knee doctors have extensive training and experience in diagnosing and treating knee injuries and conditions. With a commitment to exploring nonsurgical options first, they ensure personalized care for each patient, incorporating advanced surgical techniques when necessary.
If you are experiencing knee pain or problems with knee function, don't hesitate to seek expert care at Southern Oregon Orthopedics. For the highest degree of specialized knee care, schedule an appointment in Medford or Grants Pass by calling (541) 779-6250 or requesting an appointment online today.
Our Orthopedic Outpatient Center is designed for you and your treatment needs and comfort. From check-in to your recovery room, our state-of-the-art facility is tailored to the specialized care for the orthopedic patient, all with the highest standards of safety and quality care. Experience exceptional surgical care at our Orthopedic Outpatient Center.
2780 E Barnett Road, Suite 200
Medford, OR 97504