Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
Our Approach
Orthopedic pain or a sports injury can keep you from the activities you love. At Providence Petaluma Valley Hospital, we offer comprehensive orthopedic and sports medicine care, including pain management, physical therapy, surgery and rehabilitation. Our goal is to ease your pain, restore movement and help you get back to everyday life.
Our team brings together orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine specialists, nurses, physical therapists and rehabilitation experts to care for joint pain, injuries and other orthopedic conditions.
We offer comprehensive orthopedics and sports medicine care, such as:
- Carpal tunnel and trigger finger surgery
- Elbow surgery
- Hip replacement surgery
- Joint repair surgery
- Knee replacement surgery
- Mako SmartRobotics™ assisted surgery
- Minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery
- Minimally invasive joint replacement options
- Outpatient physical therapy
- Rotator cuff repair
- Shoulder replacement surgery
- Sports injury treatment
Our team provides diagnosis and treatment for a wide range of conditions and injuries that impact the joints, arms, hands, legs, and shoulders. Conditions we care for include:
- Acute and complex fractures
- Ankle injuries
- Arthritis
- Bone fractures
- Congenital hand deformities
- Degenerative joint disease
- Dislocations
- Joint dislocations
- Ligament injuries
- Osteoporosis and osteoarthritis
- Overuse injuries
- Rotator cuff injuries and tears
- Shoulder separation and instability
- Sports injuries
- Tendon disorders
If you are living with pain from an orthopedic injury or condition, our team can help. You can benefit from orthopedic and sports medicine care if you have:
- Joint pain that wakes you up at night
- No relief from over-the-counter medications and lifestyle changes
- Ongoing pain that limits your movement and ability to do favorite activities
Joint replacement surgery patient education
Are you undergoing joint replacement surgery? Join us for a free educational video series designed to help you prepare and relieve any anxiety you may have. This video series is designed to prepare patients for their upcoming total hip or knee replacement surgeries.
Considering Joint Replacement?
With today’s advancements in surgical techniques and technology, joint replacement is safer and more effective than ever. Many of our patients return to activities they thought they couldn’t enjoy again, it’s our goal to help you do the same.
We’re invested in your health. Our board-certified surgeons use minimally invasive techniques that help reduce your pain, improve mobility and assist with a faster recovery. From pre-surgery education to post-surgical rehabilitation, we ensure that you feel informed and cared for during every stage of your recovery.
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Frequently Asked Questions
You should speak with an orthopedic provider if you:
- Are unable to put weight on your joint
- Have decreased mobility
- Have difficulty sitting down, standing up or going up stairs
- Have osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis
- Feel joint pain during certain types of weather
- Feel stiff after sleeping or sitting
- Notice discomfort after active sports and hobbies
- Suffer from constant or ongoing joint pain
- Sustained a past bone injury
The right treatment for you will depend on your unique condition and your overall health and lifestyle.
Sports injuries include concussions, bruises, muscle and ligament tears or strains, nose bleeds, broken bones, dislocated bones and more. These injuries can occur when:
- A person overuses or strains a part of their body
- A person is out of shape
- A person doesn’t wear protective gear
- The body comes into contact with a force it can’t withstand
Doctors will typically recommend non-surgical treatments first, such as bracing, injections, medications or physical therapy.
If those haven’t brought you relief, you may be a good candidate for surgery if you’re still experiencing:
- Limited mobility, from arthritis or joint deterioration
- Pain during rest or sleep
- Persistent pain that’s interfering with your daily life
With today’s advancements in surgical techniques and technology, joint replacement is safer and more effective than ever. If joint pain is affecting your quality of life, contact our team about surgical options and next steps.
Your care team will help you prepare for surgery by:
- Reviewing your health and medications
- Offering pre‑surgery education and appointments
- Recommending exercises to build strength
- Helping you prepare your home for recovery
Planning ahead can make recovery smoother and less stressful. Talk to your doctor about your goals and the potential recovery timeline.
You may need physical therapy after your procedure. Physical therapy can help you:
- Improve balance and confidence in movement
- Reduce stiffness
- Regain strength and flexibility
- Support the best long-term results
Your doctor can help determine your next steps after surgery. If they recommend physical therapy, there are a variety of options, including clinic visits, home visits, and virtual visits. Your provider may also suggest exercises for you to do at home.
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