Services offered at Cape Fear Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Here at Cape Fear Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, we strive to provide a hands-on, personalized approach to care that should be expected in today’s healthcare allowing clients to reach their maximal potential. Our full-service clinic can serve clients of any age; from one to one-hundred. Clients are given the one-on-one attention they deserve.

BONE DENSITY TESTING

At Cape Fear Orthopedics & Sports Medicine , we offer the most advanced bone density test that is used to detect the decrease in bone mass associated with osteoporosis.

Osteoporosis otherwise known as the “brittle bone disease,” causes a weakening of the bones that can ultimately result in fractures. Often the result of a fall or household duties, fractures commonly occur in the hips, spine, wrists, arms, and legs.

The most commonly known risk factors for osteoporosis include:

aging females
having low sex hormones (most common during menopause)
smoking
lower body weight
use of some medications

Prevention and treatment options for osteoporosis include getting an increase of vitamin D and calcium, maintaining regular exercise program, and if needed, the use of osteoporosis medications.

A bone density scan is the only way to accurately diagnose osteoporosis. Once the severity of osteoporosis is determined, the development of a plan to help prevent the on-set or the progression of the disease is important.

To learn more about bone density testing at Cape Fear Orthopedics & Sports Medicine , please call (910) 484-2171.

X-RAY

An X-ray is a simple procedure performed to provide a two-dimensional picture of your body to use as a screening tool to evaluate for causes of many common disorders, such as bone breaks, joint and spine injuries or conditions, and arthritis or osteoporosis.

On the day of your X-ray:

Bring your doctor’s order for your X-ray and your insurance card(s) with you to your appointment.
If an X-ray has previously been taken, please bring the films with you to your appointment.
If you are unable to bring your previous films with you, your appointment may need to be rescheduled.
Prior to your X-ray, you may be asked to remove jewelry, eyeglasses, and any other metal objects, such as loose change, hearing aids, underwire bras, fingernail clippers, etc., that may interfere with the imaging.
Depending on the area of the body that is being X-rayed, you may be asked to change into a medical gown for the X-ray.
If you need copies of the X-ray performed in our office, please provide 72 hours notice.
X-rays are performed as deemed necessary by our doctors on a case-by-case basis.

JOINT REPAIR

Our specialty-trained doctors at Cape Fear Orthopedics & Sports Medicine are recognized experts in joint replacement.

Severe joint pain is the most common reason patients undergo a joint replacement procedure. Whether your pain is a result of an old injury, of a degenerative condition like arthritis or osteoarthritis, or of a fracture, joint replacement procedures may be the recommended treatment option.

Nearly any joint in the body can be replaced with a fully functioning artificial implant, but the most common joint replacements are of the hip, knee, or shoulder.

You may be a candidate for a joint replacement surgery if you are experiencing any of the following symptoms:

Severe joint pain
Pain in the joint that keeps you awake at night
Joint discomfort that prevents you from participating in recreational activities
Joint pain that limits your ability to conduct necessary and daily functions, such as climbing stairs or standing up
You have attempted more conservative treatment methods, such as exercise or therapy, without success

At Cape Fear Orthopedics & Sports Medicine , we understand that pain in your joints can make simple, everyday tasks difficult.

To consult with one of our joint replacement doctors, please call (910) 484-2171.

PHYSICAL THERAPY

At Cape Fear Orthopedics & Sports Medicine , we are not only committed to ensuring our patients receive the best treatment available; we believe their recovery and rehabilitation is equally as important. Our physical and occupational therapists offer a comprehensive range of approaches to help restore the function of our patients after injury, surgery, and illness.

These are just a few reasons, you may need it to:

Relieve pain
Improve movement or ability
Prevent or recover from a sports injury
Prevent disability or surgery
Rehab after a stroke, accident, injury, or surgery

Therapy treatment may include the use of various forms of therapeutic exercise to enhance function and strengthen muscles. Our goal and commitment is to return our patients to active living, free of pain.

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