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Do You Need an Orthopedics Doctor?

Though orthopedics is the medical specialty most commonly associated with sports injuries, if you’re having joint or bone pain of any kind, it is likely you will need an orthopedic doctor. An orthopedic doctor is often the best choice for conditions such as arthritis, carpal tunnel, rotator cuff tears and ACL tears along with many others. Orthopedics professionals are most often relied upon to treat sports injuries simply due to the fact that most common sports injuries involve the bones, joints, and muscles.

At The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis, the orthopedic doctor to see is Dr. Mark Miller who has been specially trained to treat injuries/disorders/and associated muscles of the knee, shoulder and elbow. Dr. Miller relies upon the entire spectrum of orthopedic treatment options for all his patients. With the long-term best interest of the patient as the number one priority, he considers everything from physical therapy to medication and surgical animations before deciding on a proper course of treatment. Dr. Miller is board-certified as a sports medicine orthopedic surgeon in the St. Louis area.

St. Louis Sports Doctor

While an orthopedic doctor is the best choice for any person with joint or muscle pain, many athletes choose an orthopedic doctor who is specially trained in sports medicine. Having completed a sports medicine fellowship at the American Sports Medicine Institute as part of his training, Dr. Miller, the sports doctor at The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis, is qualified to serve as a your physician or team physician for sports programs, just as he was for the women’s soccer team at The University of North Carolina.

Comparing Orthopedic Doctors in St. Louis

When comparing other orthopedic doctors to Dr. Miller, you have to consider many options and have certain questions. After obvious factors such as insurance coverage, specialties, and hours, you need to know the qualifications of the doctor themselves before making your final decision. Below you will find questions to ask when deciding on an orthopedic doctor as well as frequently asked questions received to Dr. Miller.

  • What is my ideal outcome?
  • Is there a specific technique or procedure you recommend?
  • How long should I expect to be in the office so I can call off work?
  • What will my follow up treatment be like?
  • Does Dr. Miller do knee replacements or what surgeries does he perform?
  • What exercises can I do without irritating my injury?
  • Should I get an MRI before my appointment?
  • Can you treat my injury with my insurance?

“Conservative treatment is always the first option. When you make an appointment with me, it does not mean you need surgery.” – Mark D. Miller, M.D. 

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There are additional questions you could pose to prospective doctors and Dr. Miller. If any questions do come to mind, please ask a question on our website or contact us.

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