Bone & Muscle Treatments
Orthopedists are capable of performing a wide variety of procedures on
the musculoskeletal system to treat aches, pains, bone fractures, and
more. Salinas Valley Medical Clinic (SVMC) provides residents of Monterey
County, the Central Coast and surrounding areas with access to expert
orthopedic care.
When to Visit an Orthopedist
Many people do not realize that their primary care physician is not their
only option for medical care. A general practitioner is capable of handling
many issues, but certain conditions are severe or unique enough that they
require treatment from a specialist. When your primary doctor’s
treatments are not proving effective, or you believe your condition relates
to your muscles or skeletal system, it is in your best interests to consult
with an orthopedist.
Some common conditions orthopedists treat include:
Do not wait too long to see an orthopedist if you believe you have a musculoskeletal
condition. These injuries and diseases often degrade over time, and are
much easier to treat when they a doctor finds them early.