Orthopedic Care to Help You Rediscover Your Strength
Your body was meant to move freely, without aches and pains holding you back. At UChicago Medicine AdventHealth, our goal is simple: to help you return to the active life you love. With dedicated orthopedic surgeons, specialists and a full range of services, there's no orthopedic illness or injury our team can't handle.
When you need us, we'll share our decades of expertise in muscle, bone and joint care with you to help heal what hurts, while empowering you to get back to your best.
Orthopedic Conditions We Treat
Orthopedic surgeons, doctors and providers treat musculoskeletal conditions, such as arthritis, fractures, sprains and strains. You may need to visit a dedicated orthopedic care center if you have pain that’s keeping you from your favorite activities or interfering with daily life. After reviewing your symptoms, performing a physical exam and ordering any necessary imaging scans, your orthopedic specialist will work with you to create a treatment plan that meets your needs, which may include physical therapy, minimally invasive procedures such as steroid injections or surgery.
- Arthritis
- Bone and soft tissue trauma
- Carpal tunnel
- Chronic or recurring pain
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Shoulder pain
- Sports injuries
- Tennis elbow
- Wrist pain
Our Orthopedic Treatments and Services
Whether your condition is straightforward or highly complex, our orthopedic specialists will focus all their attention on you. We treat many different orthopedic conditions and injuries, from hip and knee replacements to ACL surgeries and everything in between.
- Treatment Programs
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There is no one-size-fits-all solution in orthopedics, and we take great care to personalize your treatment plan to your specific needs. We offer comprehensive care to diagnose, treat and rehabilitate injuries and conditions, keeping your whole health in mind. Our programs include:
- Fracture treatment
- Hand, wrist, elbow and shoulder treatment
- Hip, knee and shoulder replacement
- Leg, foot and ankle treatment
- Orthopedic rehabilitation
- Sports medicine
- Our Joint Replacement Technology
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UChicago Medicine AdventHealth's Center for Advanced Joint Replacement (CAJR) combines the latest technology with the most recent innovations in orthopedic surgical techniques to deliver the best possible knee, hip and shoulder replacement surgery results. We are one of the few joint replacement centers in the state that uses multiple robotic surgical systems, including:
- CORI surgical system, a robotic-assisted knee surgery platform that adds an extra layer of pre-surgical planning and improved precision for partial and total knee replacement procedures
- Mako® robotic-assisted surgery, the first and only robotic technology that orthopedic surgeons can use to perform total knee and hip replacements, as well as revision surgery
- VELYS™ robotic-assisted solution, which simplifies knee replacement surgery by helping surgeons visualize and optimize joint stability, leading to more precise implant placement, greater comfort and better outcomes
- Center for Advanced Joint Replacement
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On the campus of UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange is our Center for Advanced Joint Replacement (CAJR). Hip, knee and shoulder replacement patients need special care to achieve the best outcomes, so our facility was built with your comfort and recovery in mind. Our operating rooms, pre-operative and recovery units were all constructed to provide the safest and highest quality experience for our patients. Everything you need for a successful joint replacement is in one place, including our physical therapy gym, so you can focus on healing.
Our Team
Our highly experienced physicians use the latest robotic technology and clinical research to deliver the most innovative procedures and nonsurgical options tailored to your specific orthopedic needs. Our surgeons are supported by a dedicated team of nurses, anesthesiologists, physical therapists and social workers, all specially trained to help prepare you for and recover from your surgery.Advanced Technology
Using minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, the expert orthopedic surgeons at CAJR can bring you a shorter recovery time, better fit, less scarring and fewer risks. We are one of the few joint replacement centers in the state that uses multiple robotic surgical systems. Having access to multiple systems allows our surgeons to choose the most appropriate option to give you the best outcome and the quickest return to an active lifestyle.Results
More than 40% of our patients return home on the day of surgery, and our patient satisfaction rating is over 90%. It’s our goal to help patients return to their active lifestyles as quickly as possible.
Find a Compassionate Orthopedic Specialist Near You
From your first appointment to your last follow-up, our orthopedic experts will surround you with support. Your care team may include an orthopedic surgeon, sports medicine physician, physical therapist and other specialized care providers. By taking a multidisciplinary approach with providers from different specialties, we can give you access to the answers and resources you need to recover stronger. Find a provider near you today to get started.
Feel Confident With Award-Winning Orthopedic Care
Our teams work hard to provide evidence-based orthopedic care. And we’re honored that this work has earned accreditations and certifications from professional organizations, including Blue Distinction®+ for knee and hip replacement from Blue Cross Blue Shield.
As a leader in joint replacement, we perform more than 2,000 surgical cases each year and are among the most experienced programs in the state. Our team of more than 50 board-certified orthopedic surgeons and providers brings new ideas and innovation to the department every day, including exciting technology like robotic-assisted surgery for hip replacements.
Answering Your Questions About Orthopedic Care
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Q:Question: When should I see an orthopedic specialist?
A:Answer:If you’ve been struggling with joint pain that’s lasted for more than a few days or severely limits your movement or daily life, it’s time to see an orthopedic expert. You should also seek care if you have swelling or weakness in your joints.
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Q:Question: What can I expect during my first visit?
A:Answer:At your first orthopedic appointment, an orthopedic specialist can complete a comprehensive evaluation to learn more about your symptoms and what may be causing them. You’ll also likely have a physical exam and a review of your medical history. Based on those findings, your doctor may then refer you for diagnostic testing, like an X-ray or MRI, to get to the bottom of what’s causing your pain.
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Q:Question: Are there nonsurgical orthopedic treatments?
A:Answer:Yes, your orthopedic specialist will always review conservative treatments with you first before recommending surgery, like:
- Braces, canes or other aids
- Medication management
- Physical therapy
- Rest or lifestyle modifications
Surgery isn’t always necessary, but if it is, it may be minimally invasive and designed to reduce recovery time and improve outcomes.
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Q:Question: How does joint replacement surgery work?
A:Answer:During a joint replacement procedure, your surgeon will remove the end of the damaged bone and cartilage and replace it with a new, smooth metal and plastic surface. This new surface allows for decreased or resolved pain and improved range of motion that restores your mobility and improves your quality of life.
In many cases, joint replacement surgery is done using minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques, which offer our surgeons greater precision and you a smoother recovery.
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Q:Question: Is joint replacement surgery right for me?
A:Answer:Working closely with your orthopedic specialist is the best way to determine whether joint replacement surgery is the next best step to help you get back to your active lifestyle.
Your doctor will first take imaging scans of your joints to evaluate your joint health and consider all nonsurgical options, too. If your physician suggests joint replacement, that means they believe it will offer you the best chance to reduce your pain and increase your comfort and mobility.
Connect With Us to Get Started With Orthopedic Care
Don't let joint pain and stiffness or an orthopedic injury sideline you. Our experienced orthopedic specialists will build a personalized treatment plan that gets you back to where you want to be. Request an appointment or call us to get started with orthopedic care that’s centered around you.