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This page contains information about the most common procedures for which Dr. Mortenson sees orthopaedic patients. For more general information about the Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics Center, including appointments, insurance and directions, please visit the SMOC Web Site at www.smoconline.com.

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Hand surgery is the field of medicine that deals with problems of the hand, wrist, and forearm. Dr. Mortenson specializes in hand surgery, having done a hand surgery fellowship at Duke University. He will often recommend non-surgical treatment options, or he may refer patients to a hand therapist for more treatment. Dr. Mortenson performs a wide variety of hand surgeries such as fracture repairs, releases, transfer and repairs of tendons and reconstruction of injuries, rheumatoid deformities and congenital defects.

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Osteoarthritis is the most common reason for joint replacement. Osteoarthritis is caused by the wear and tear of aging. It causes the cartilage covering the joint surfaces to wear out, resulting in pain and stiffness. Total joint replacement will be considered if other treatment options will not relieve the pain and disability. In joint replacement surgery, Dr. Mortenson will remove the arthritic or damaged joint and replace it with an artificial joint, called a prosthesis. This relieves pain and improves mobility.

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As an orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Mortenson uses both surgical and non-surgical means to treat musculoskeletal trauma, sports injuries, degenerative diseases, infections, tumors, and congenital conditions. Some conditions respond well to non-surgical treatments such as exercise, therapy, medication, casts or splints, and orthotics.  Surgical orthopedic options may include knee and shoulder arthroscopy, ACL repair, knee replacement, hip replacement, repair of bone fractures, disc repair, spinal fusion, and carpal tunnel release.

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This page is for informational purposes only.

If you believe you have an orthopaedic condition that needs attention, please contact Dr. Mortenson’s office at The Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics Center to schedule an appointment.

 

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Or call the SM&OC office at (336) 275-6318