Orthopedic Service Program - Dignity Health Mercy Gilbert Medical Center - Gilbert

Hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the hip joint is replaced by a prosthetic implant. A total hip replacement replaces both sides of the joint,

Arthrography is a type of imaging test used to look at a joint. It may be done if standard x-rays do not show the needed details of the joint structure and function.

Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) uses a magnetic field and computer generated radio waves to create detailed images of the organs and tissues in your body.

Ultrasound imaging uses sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body. It is used to help diagnose the causes of pain, swelling and infection in the body and to examine a baby in pregnant women and the brain and hips in infants.

Myelography is a diagnostic imaging test generally done by a radiologist. It uses a contrast dye and x-rays or computed tomography to look for problems in the spinal canal.

Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) repairs often require extensive rehab and knee surgery to repair the ligament. The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is one of the four ligaments that make up the knee joint.

A computed tomography (CT or CAT) scan allows doctors to see inside your body. It uses a combination of x-rays and a computer to create pictures of your organs, bones, and other tissues.

Arthroscopy is a surgical procedure orthopedic surgeons use to visualize, diagnose, and treat problems inside a joint.

Sports medicine is a fast-growing healthcare field that focuses on the treatment of athletic injuries. Sports medicine healthcare providers help to prevent illness and injury and treat sports-related injuries.

Knee replacement is a surgical procedure to resurface a knee damaged by arthritis. Metal and plastic parts are used to cap the ends of the bones that form the knee joint, along with the kneecap.

Foot and ankle institutes are devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity.

A corn forms because of friction from shoe pressure against bones of the foot or toes. A bunion is an enlargement of the bone or tissue around a joint on the foot.

Foot fractures are bone breaks that happen in the bones of your foot there are many different types of foot fractures.

In most cases, back and neck pain may have many different causes. They include: Overuse, strenuous activity, or improper use, such as repetitive or heavy lifting.

The average adult human body has 206 bones and a countless number of joints, ligaments and tendons. With so many moving parts, it is understandable that there would be a long list of problems and orthopedic conditions that may affect the human body. Orthopedic conditions most commonly treated by our surgeons include sports injuries, fractures and degenerative diseases.

Arthritis is the swelling and tenderness of one or more of your joints. The main symptoms of arthritis are joint pain and stiffness, which typically worsen with age.

The average adult human body has 206 bones and a countless number of joints, ligaments and tendons. With so many moving parts, it is understandable that there would be a long list of problems and orthopedic conditions that may affect the human body. Orthopedic conditions most commonly treated by our surgeons include sports injuries, fractures and degenerative diseases.

The average adult human body has 206 bones and a countless number of joints, ligaments and tendons. With so many moving parts, it is understandable that there would be a long list of problems and orthopedic conditions that may affect the human body. Orthopedic conditions most commonly treated by our surgeons include sports injuries, fractures and degenerative diseases.

The hip joint is a ball and socket type joint, uniting two separate bones, which allow us to walk and run. The hip joint is designed to be a stable weight bearing joint. The bones of the hip are the femur (thighbone) and the pelvis. The top of femur, shaped like a ball, is called the femoral head. The hip socket is called the acetabulum and forms a deep cup that surrounds the ball of the upper femoral head.

An overuse injury is a type of muscle or joint injury, such as tendinitis or a stress fracture, that's caused by repetitive trauma and typically stems from training errors.

Achilles tendon problems often cause pain, stiffness, and swelling in the back of your leg near your heel. Achilles tendon injuries can be treated with rest and medicines to help with the inflammation.

A fracture describes a break in one or more of the bones. A sprain is the term that describes damage to ligaments when they are stretched beyond their normal range of motion.

Your foot has 26 bones and 33 joints, and your ankle joint has three bones. Throughout both your foot and ankle, you have numerous ligaments, tendons, nerves and muscles. This means there are many opportunities for something to go wrong and cause a health issue.

Your foot has 26 bones and 33 joints, and your ankle joint has three bones. Throughout both your foot and ankle, you have numerous ligaments, tendons, nerves and muscles. This means there are many opportunities for something to go wrong and cause a health issue.