When Should You See an Orthopaedic Specialist or Physiatrist?

There are certain signs that should not be ignored and that require an examination by an orthopaedic specialist or physiatrist.

These are some of the key symptoms:

• Persistent or severe pain in the joints, bones, back, or muscles, especially if it lasts for more than a few days or gets worse;
• Pain that occurs at night or interferes with sleep;
• Pain following an injury, even if there is no visible swelling or bruising;
• Limited mobility: inability to move a joint normally or morning stiffness lasting longer than 30 minutes;
• Loss of function, such as being unable to raise your arm, bend your knee, or make a fist;
• Deformities: visible changes in the shape of a joint, bone, or spine, including lumps, protrusions, or curvatures that were not previously present;
• Swelling and redness: persistent swelling of a joint or surrounding tissue, especially when accompanied by pain, warmth, or redness;
• Stiffness and weakness: persistent stiffness in the neck, back, or limbs, loss of strength, or numbness in the arms, legs, or fingers.

If you experience any of these symptoms, contact us. We are here for you 365 days a year.

Early intervention can often help prevent the condition from getting worse.

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