Orthopedic Services

Wellington Regional Medical Center offers a comprehensive range of surgical and nonsurgical treatment for orthopedic problems. Orthopedic specialists on staff are recognized for their expertise in providing quality care in evaluating and treating many orthopedic conditions.

Among the orthopedic services offered at Wellington Regional Medical Center are:

Arthroscopic surgery
Hip and knee
Foot and ankle
Hand and wrist
Shoulder and elbow
Spine and neck
Sports medicine

Related Information

Basic Anatomy
Is the head bone connected to the neck bone? Or, is the metatarsal connected to the tarsal? Find out by "boning up" on your basic anatomy.

Orthopedic Tests & Procedures
Your health care provider has a number of tools available to help diagnose and treat your orthopedic problem.

Orthopedic Conditions & Disorders
Head and shoulders, knees and toes—your skeleton and its supporting cast of ligaments, tendons, and muscles can face a range of conditions.

Arthritis & Rheumatic Disorders
Arthritis, which causes pain, inflammation and limited movement of joints, has several different forms.

Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis thins and weakens bones to the point where they break easily. Chances are you know someone with osteoporosis; it affects millions.

Fractures
When you break a bone, you may need a cast or crutches to help you heal. Sometimes a break is a sign of a more serious problem.

Sports Injuries
Even if you're in good shape, an exercise-related injury can strike when you least expect it.

Preventing Injuries at Work
Repeating a particular motion constantly, like using a computer mouse, can cause damage to tendons, muscles, and joints.

Orthopedic Conditions and Children
Certain orthopedic conditions are present at birth or develop during childhood. Here's a look at some of the more common ones.

More Information

Orthopedic Services – Home

Orthopedic Surgical Procedures

Total Joint Replacement Center

Get a Referral

For more information on orthopedic specialties, or for a free referral to a physician who can help, call Direct Doctors Plus at 561-798-9880.

Interactive Tools

Osteoporosis Risk Assessment for Women

Sprains and Strains Quiz

Repetitive Stress Injuries Quiz

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