Did you know that most injuries or issues that present at an orthopedic clinic do not require surgery? In fact, it is estimated that 90% of patients with an orthopedic injury or chronic musculoskeletal issue can be successfully treated with non-surgical treatment options by a non-surgical orthopedic specialist. Some orthopedic physicians dedicate their practice to non-surgical treatment options, while others decide to become orthopedic surgeons. So who should you choose if you need to see an orthopedic specialist?

At Chattanooga Non-Surgical Orthopedics, our primary goal is to help patients avoid the potential complications of surgery by exploring non-invasive options like therapy and injections first. While these alternatives may not be suitable for all cases, they are often effective in resolving musculoskeletal issues and sports injuries. While bone, muscle, and joint injuries can appear daunting, a vast array of nonsurgical options exist to repair and restore them.

Think of the musculoskeletal system as your body’s engine; sometimes it sputters or stalls, but often, careful tinkering can get it running smoothly again. Nonsurgical orthopedics acts as that meticulous mechanic, utilizing a toolbox of therapies to address various issues:

• Stem Cell Therapy: One of the most powerful methods of regenerative medicine due to your body’s own natural ability to heal itself, stem cells can be extracted from healthy areas and injected into injured tissue to promote healing. These cells are able to morph into any of the many cells in the body, and effectively adapt to the injured site to speed up the recovery process.
• Regenerative Medicine PRP: Emerging treatments like PRP injections and stem cell therapy harness the body’s own healing potential to repair damaged tissues, akin to replacing worn-out engine parts. PRP works by using a small sample of your own blood, removing the red blood cells through the use of a centrifuge, and then injecting the regenerative platelets into the injury site.

Why choose nonsurgical first?

For many patients, nonsurgical orthopedics offers several advantages:

• Reduced risk of complications: Invasive procedures carry inherent risks, which nonsurgical methods circumvent. It’s like opting for a tune-up over a complete engine overhaul.
• Faster recovery times: Without surgery’s downtime, rehabilitation can begin sooner, potentially leading to a quicker return to normal activities. Imagine getting back on the road faster with a simple repair.
• Pain management: By addressing the root cause of pain, nonsurgical methods can provide long-term relief, unlike masking it with surgery.

In most cases, nonsurgical orthopedics provides a safe, effective, and patient-preferred path to recovery. Remember, a well-maintained engine can run for miles!

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