As an orthopaedic patient you will have greater peace of mind in the understanding that when visiting OrthoShep we do specialise in all orthopaedic sciences, including lower limbs to provide the quality of care that is totally in tune with your concerns.
Following on from your GP’s referral we will carefully and thoroughly address all your concerns offering a detailed examination of the symptoms and problems you are experiencing.
We will always display a caring and sensitive approach to accurately assess and/or diagnose your condition. We fully understand your concerns and they become our primary focus.
We will also evaluate any previous treatments, if applicable, determining their effectiveness in your future and/or on-going treatments. This is the best way to provide the needed long-term benefits. Your GP will no doubt order X-Rays of your condition prior to our appointment and, if further testings be required, we will then arrange those for you in an equally efficient and timely manner.
Following on from this examination and testing we’ll be accurately diagnosing what the problems really are and then discuss all the treatment options that will be needed to solve and even rectify the condition. We will advise on any future treatments along with any possible lifestyle adjustments.
Osteoarthritis
This is a common wear process in the joints and usually occurs in older patients however sports people can suffer the effects along with patients who have damaged any joints after an accident.
Torn Meniscus (Cartilage)
The meniscus is the so-called cartilage in your knee. It can be without much force or an identifiable injury. It could be as simple as moving the wrong way. Once torn, any knee movement is painful.
Ruptured anterior cruciate ligament (ACL)
People will know when the anterior cruciate ligament is damaged as much force is usually experienced. It is most common ligament that you hear about sportsmen having reconstructions for.
Rotator Cuff Syndrome
Is a ball in a cup on each shoulder. A tendon is situated above a bony arch which, with any activity rubs the tendon, which will, over many years wear out. It develops very slowly… to being severe.
Dislocated Shoulder
Your shoulder is a ball and a cup, and a dislocation can occur when the Glenoid Labrum tears. The ball literally jumps out of the cup. A dislocation can be caused by simply throwing a ball.
Frozen Shoulder
Is a stiff shoulder and is generally painful. A human reaction is to hold the shoulder still, which in turn causes the linings of the shoulder to stick. Any movement at this point will cause much pain.
OrthoShep is a Cairns Orthopaedic Specialist that has been operating in the region since 1993. The practice is run by Dr. David Shepherd, a Cairns Orthopaedic Surgeon. We mostly provide Cairns Hip Transplants and Cairns Knee Transplants but cater to all Orthopaedic requirements. A common surgery request is for Cairns Shoulder Replacement which we can assist with also. In 2023 we opened our Atherton Orthopaedic Specialist clinic where we provide the same professional medical services. These services are carried out by a qualified and experienced Atherton Orthopaedic Surgeon. From here we can assist with Atherton Hip Transplants and Atherton Knee Transplants along with Atherton Shoulder Replacement surgery and all other Orthopaedic services.
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