The Mission of the
Bon Secours Health System is to bring compassion to healthcare and to be good help to those in need, especially those who are poor and dying. As a system of caregivers we commit ourselves to help bring people and communities to health and wholeness as part of the healing ministry of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church.
Common or complicated, isolated or musculoskeletal — orthopaedic problems can occur at any age.
If severe joint pain is preventing you from participating in your favorite activities, you owe it to yourself and your family to find out more about joint replacement.
Hip and knee replacements are now performed using small incisions, only 3-6 inches, and generally involve minimal disruption of the muscles and soft tissue, lessening pain and shortening recovery time
The Bon Secours Orthopaedic Institute's unique program is a national model that offers a world class, step-by-step program that extends beyond the hospital walls. Physical therapists help patients prepare for recovery while the joint replacement team provides ongoing care and support throughout the surgery and recovery process, providing a full continuum of care.
It doesn't matter if you are a weekend warrior, a competitive athlete or someone who plays the game professionally, Bon Secours Sports Medicine makes it easy for you to achieve your athletic goals, while maintaining an active, rewarding and pain-free lifestyle. So, whatever your age, whatever your sport, whatever your skill level, you will receive the highest level of care in the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of your musculoskeletal condition or injury.
Disorders of the spine, whether acute or chronic, affect people of all ages. The nationally respected spine specialists at the Bon Secours Orthopaedic Institute use the newest techniques and procedures to diagnose and treat chronic back pain and acute spinal disorders. By using minimally invasive spine surgery when appropriate, pain can be greatly minimized and recovery time considerably shortened.
We use our hands more than any other part of our body, so to have a hand or arm problem can be debilitating. That's why we have a highly respected team of board certified physicians that specialize in the evaluation and treatment of injuries and disorders of the hand and upper extremity. They are trained in the latest advances in orthopaedics, hand surgery, and plastic surgery so you can quickly get back to doing all the things you were doing before.
With the increased interest in exercise and fitness, shoulder problems have become more and more common. The Bon Secours Orthopedic Institute includes nationally respected physicians who diagnose and treat the full spectrum of shoulder-related problems. Most shoulder problems do not require surgery and are best treated with a directed exercise program and anti-inflammatory medications. When surgery is necessary, our highly skilled specialists perform a wide range of procedures, including arthroscopic surgery, laser surgery, and total shoulder joint replacement.
The largest joint in the body and one of the easiest to injure, the knee is the joint most commonly treated by orthopaedic surgeons. Most knee ligament and cartilage injuries can be corrected with arthroscopic surgery; in some cases, replacement is the best option. Our orthopaedic surgeons perform over 1,000 knee replacements each year, making Bon Secours Richmond one of the most experienced health systems in the country for this procedure. Although osteoarthritis is the most common condition for which total joint replacement can be beneficial, this procedure is used to treat a variety of other joint diseases as well.
When you twist or fall on your knee, the stabilizing ligament connecting the thighbone to the shinbone can tear. Like a braided rope, the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) unravels when torn and will not heal on its own. By using minimally invasive arthroscopic reconstructive surgery, our nationally recognized orthopaedic surgeons can often restore full function after an ACL tear, getting you back to pre-injury condition with minimal pain and recovery time.
When people talk about torn knee cartilage, they are usually referring to a torn meniscus (rubbery cartilage which acts like a shock absorber). Treatment may include icing, rest, pain relievers and physical therapy. In severe cases minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery may be needed to correct the condition and restore normal joint movement and get you back up and back to normal activities as soon as possible.
Hip fractures are typically caused by a fall. But for people who suffer from osteoporosis, fractures can be caused by simple weight-bearing activities. Hip fractures are considered an orthopaedic emergency and require immediate attention and treatment, with surgery almost always being the best way to repair the damage. Fortunately our team of world class surgeons are some of the leaders in the field of hip replacement and will use the latest advancements, techniques and procedures in the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation.
If a hip has been severely damaged by arthritis or injury, over time it may become difficult to perform a simple task such as walking and total hip replacement surgery may be necessary. Although osteoarthritis is the most common condition for which total joint replacement can be beneficial, this procedure also treats a variety of joint diseases. Hip fractures of all types are managed using state-of-the-art surgical techniques and proceedures by our team of doctors, surgeons and physical therapists, whose main goal is to get you walking and doing activities pain free again.
Complex, constantly impacted and intricately balanced, feet and ankles are among the most frequently injured areas of the human body and among the most frequently misdiagnosed. The foot and ankle specialists at the Orthopaedic Institute expertly treat the broad range of foot and ankle conditions that can occur at any stage of life. They provide a comprehensive, compassionate approach to the prevention, assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of the foot and ankle.
Chronic pain can be just as crippling as an injury or disease. That's why we have several specialists who are experts at providing pain relief. They thoroughly evaluate the patient and create a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to the individual's condition. These specialists, regionally and nationally recognized in their areas of expertise, use a comprehensive approach to pain management that may include physical therapy, counseling services, biofeedback, relaxation and non-traditional treatments such as acupuncture.
Bon Secours pediatric orthopaedists see rare and complex musculoskeletal conditions and also treat "everyday" injuries that happen to otherwise healthy children. Our pediatric orthopaedic surgeons offer comprehensive, compassionate care for all orthopaedic problems, including traumatic injuries and developmental conditions that affect the bones, joints and muscles. By using the latest techniques, procedures and technology we help of some of our youngest patients get back to just being a kid.
In an orthopaedic emergency you need a team trained in the most up to date Orthopedic trauma techniques and procedures. That's exactly what you'll find at Bon Secours where our hospitals specialize in the treatment of traumatized patients with major orthopaedic injuries as well as isolated injuries to the upper and lower extremities, pelvis, spine and major joints. Trauma patients will encounter a comprehensive, compassionate approach to the assessment, and treatment of their injuries from our nationally respected physicians, surgeons and physical therapists.
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