Start living with less joint and back pain in Jacksonville
Schedule a consultation with a specialist at Performance Orthopedics and Spine at Ascension in Jacksonville, Florida. Appointments are available.
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Podiatry
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Orthopedic surgery
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Sports medicine
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Neurosurgery
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Hand surgery
Vincent's story
The orthopedic care team at Ascension St. Vincent's had Vincent home and walking within 26 hours after his hip replacement.
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What conditions or injuries does an orthopedic doctor treat?
When your bones, muscles and joints hurt, even the smallest movements can feel difficult. Our orthopedic specialists treat a variety of orthopedic conditions and injuries so you can get back to living your life with less pain. We provide nonsurgical and surgical treatments for many conditions, such as:
- Ankle and foot injuries
- Back muscle strain
- Bone fracture
- Carpal tunnel syndrome in the wrist
- Hand injuries
- Hip fracture or dislocation
- Knee, hip and shoulder arthritis
- Knee swelling, injury
- Muscle strain or weakness
- Rotator cuff tear or shoulder dislocation
- Tennis elbow
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Who is a candidate for outpatient joint replacement surgery?
Our joint replacement programs are recognized for high-quality care. During your pre-operative evaluation, your doctor will explain if you are a candidate for outpatient surgery.
Doctors and orthopedic care teams work together to deliver high-quality care before, during and after surgery. If you need inpatient care, we provide services that help you transition to home care.
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What are the reasons for joint and back pain?Age, arthritis and injury are all possible reasons for joint and back pain. Our specialists and care teams take the time to listen and understand you and your pain. From there, they work with you on a personalized treatment plan that's right for you.
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Is joint replacement covered by Medicare?If you have Medicare coverage, outpatient hip or knee replacement surgery may be an option under certain conditions. In a majority of cases, joint replacement surgery and related treatments are covered under different parts of Medicare (Part A and B). First, you need to be evaluated by an orthopedic surgeon. Our doctors and care teams focus on the needs of older adults and provide treatment options for degenerative joint disease.
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What services are available for spine injuries?Our spine surgeons address more than your back injury. We provide care for the whole person. With personalized rehabilitation, our care team helps you manage your pain throughout your recovery.
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How are sports injuries treated?Sports and exercise are activities you enjoy, until pain holds you back. Sports medicine orthopedic doctors treat competitive athletes and active youth and adults of all ages who enjoy exercise and recreational activities. Our sports medicine care teams provide primary care for many conditions, including sports-related concussions, sprains and strains, overuse injuries, overtraining and nutrition imbalances. Based on your specific needs, we provide a personalized care plan to help you safely recover from injury or illness and return to your chosen activity. We're here to help you prevent injuries, support your fitness goals and improve your wellness.