Orthopedic MEDICAL CARE IN HAWAII

 

There are many ways to deal with pain, deformities, and poor alignment. An orthopedist is a medical practitioner that treats injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system.

All orthopedists go through intense training to obtain their licenses and continue learning throughout their careers. Orthopedists work as part of a team and require up-to-date digital equipment for proper treatment.

At Doctors of Waikiki, we have digital x-ray machines and an in-house physical therapist who will help you through your orthopedics service and recovery journey.

What Is Orthopedics

Orthopedic specialists treat injuries and diseases of the musculoskeletal system – bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. They might also help treat nerve and skin issues.

The human body is complex and comprises more than 200 bones; hence, it is common for orthopedics to narrow their practice and focus on a specific treatment area.

Examples of subspecialties include:

  • Joint replacement surgery

  • Hand and upper extremity

  • Sports medicine

  • Pediatric orthopedics

  • Musculoskeletal oncology

  • Spine surgery

  • Trauma surgery

  • Foot and ankle

Are you in need of immediate orthopedics services in Hawaii? Come to Doctors of Waikiki for an evaluation, and we’ll help you schedule an appointment with Orthopedics Hawaii.

Orthopedics Hawaii is a state-of-the-art orthopedic urgent care clinic that will offer you high-quality orthopedic services through a customized treatment plan. Walk-in, and let us help you.

What Is the Purpose of Orthopedic Services?

Orthopedics services use rehabilitative methods, medical knowledge, and, if necessary, surgery to correct musculoskeletal issues. The orthopedic services help with the diagnosis and treatment of different health conditions, body deformities, and diseases, including:

  • Tendon injuries

  • Cerebral palsy

  • Arthritis

  • Scoliosis

  • Dislocated joints

  • Torn ligaments

  • Fractures

  • Osteoporosis

  • Abnormalities during childhood growth

  • General rehab from serious injuries

General orthopedics use non-surgical treatment to strengthen muscles and joints, restore proper movement, and increase range of motion without surgery. 

Non-surgical treatment methods include:

  • Minimally invasive procedures

  • Topical or oral medications

  • Steroid injections

  • Chiropractic care

  • Acupuncture

  • Rehabilitation services

  • Physical and massage therapy

Suppose the non-surgical treatment options do not solve your issue. In that case, your general orthopedic doctor will refer you to an orthopedic surgeon, who will take you through screening and imaging before performing a surgical procedure. 

Here are examples of standard orthopedic surgical procedures:

  • Total joint replacement (TJR) or arthroplasty for replacing a damaged joint with a prosthesis, mainly consisting of a metal and plastic combination

  • Arthroscopic surgery to repair common joint injuries, such as ACL tears, meniscus tears, and rotator cuff tears

  • Severe bone fracture repair surgery with implants such as rods, plates, screws, and wires

  • Bone grafting surgery uses a bone from another part of the body or someone else to repair and strengthen diseased or damaged bones.

  • Spinal fusion, where the surgeon will fuse adjoining vertebrae of the spine and allow the vertebrae to heal into a single, solid mass of bone

Are you struggling with musculoskeletal issues? At Orthopedics Hawaii, we have an orthopedic surgeon dedicated to giving you personalized care and walking with you throughout your healing journey. 

You can visit our urgent care clinic without an appointment and start on our customized treatment plan. Ask your doctor for a referral if you have a health maintenance organization (HMO) health insurance plan and let your insurance cover your treatment. 

Who Needs Orthopedic Services?

If you are experiencing joint, muscle, or bone pains, you should make an appointment with your doctor for an evaluation.

Visit your doctor if you have any of the following symptoms in your muscles, bones, or joints:

  • Stiffness, pain, or discomfort that makes it hard to perform regular duties

  • Chronic pain longer than 12 weeks

  • Soft tissue injury that does not get better within 48 hours

  • Bone or tendon injuries when exercising

Choose Doctors of Waikiki for Your Orthopedic Services 

At Doctors of Waikiki, we have collaborated with Orthopedics Hawaii to offer you quality orthopedic care. Dr. Sam Chen, our orthopedic surgeon, gives you a treatment plan which may include imaging and scanning.

Our staff uses our digital x-ray machine for imaging for top-tier orthopedics care before you start your treatment. We also offer in-house physical therapy sessions to anyone in need. To get started, simply stop by our office. We are open seven days a week, from 8 am to midnight.