Joint Program at Lakeside Hospital - The Woodlands, TX

It depends on your insurance plan. Check with your insurance provider or call (281) 637-7000 for assistance with a provider referral.

During your evaluation, your orthopedic specialist  discusses your medical history, including previous injuries, surgeries and current symptoms. They will perform a physical exam, which may include evaluating your range of motion, strength and the stability of the affected area. They may recommend imaging tests such as X-rays or MRIs to better understand any underlying issues. Your provider will discuss their findings with you and outline potential treatment options.

Our orthopedic surgeons offer arthroplasty to repair a joint, specifically when damaged by arthritis. Some of the procedures we offer include: 

• Revision arthroplasty

• Shoulder replacement

• Total and partial knee replacement

• Total and partial hip replacement

Our orthopedic specialists have expertise in advanced nonsurgical and surgical treatment for conditions including:

• Benign bone tumors or bone cancers (sarcoma)

• Bone fractures and spinal fractures

• Degenerative disc disease

• Herniated discs

• Osteoporosis

• Scoliosis

• Spinal stenosis

• Spondylolisthesis

• Sports injuries

• Sprains, strains and ligament tears

• Tendon injury (tendinopathy)

Joint replacement surgery can significantly improve the quality of life for individuals with severe joint conditions, allowing them to return to their normal activities with reduced pain and improved mobility. There are several reasons people might need joint surgery:

• Avascular necrosis: Avascular necrosis occurs when there is a loss of blood supply to the bone, leading to bone death and subsequent joint destruction. Commonly affected joints include the hip and shoulder. Joint replacement can help in managing the severe pain and functional limitations caused by this condition.

• Chronic pain and disability: When chronic joint pain and disability significantly affect a person’s ability to perform daily activities and enjoy life, joint replacement should be considered. This surgery can help improve mobility, reduce pain and enhance overall quality of life.

• Failed previous treatments: When other treatments, such as medications, physical therapy or less invasive surgical procedures, have failed to provide adequate relief or improve joint function, joint replacement may be the next step.

• Improved outcomes and durability: Advances in surgical techniques and prosthetic materials have made joint replacements more successful and durable. Patients who previously might have been advised to delay surgery now have the option to undergo joint replacement earlier, benefiting from improved pain relief and function.

• Joint deformities: Congenital or acquired deformities such as hip dysplasia, can affect the alignment and function of the joint. They can cause significant pain and disability. In some cases, joint replacement can help in correcting the deformity and restoring normal function.

• Rheumatoid arthritis: Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disorder that causes chronic inflammation of the joints. This inflammation can lead to joint damage, deformities and significant pain and disability. Joint replacement can help restore function and relieve pain in severely affected joints.

• Severe osteoarthritis: Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease where the cartilage that cushions the ends of bones wears down over time. When this happens, it can cause severe pain, stiffness and loss of movement. If conservative treatments like medication, physical therapy and lifestyle changes fail to relieve symptoms, joint replacement may be necessary.

• Traumatic injury: Severe injuries from accidents or falls can damage a joint beyond repair. Hip fractures, dislocations or other significant trauma to the joint might necessitate replacement to restore normal function and reduce pain.

Consider seeing a specialist if you have persistent pain or swelling in your joints, bones or muscles that won’t improve with time or over-the-counter medications.

Additionally, if you have suffered an injury resulting in joint-mobility concerns or a visible deformity, it’s important to seek specialized care. Early intervention can help prevent further complications and promote better recovery.

If we determine that you need surgery, rest assured you’re in highly skilled hands. Our hospitals have earned several distinctions for providing the highest, national standards of care for joint replacement. We use minimally invasive techniques, so you have:

• Less pain

• Quicker return to the life you love

• Reduced risk of dislocation, unequal leg length and other complications

• Reduced tissue healing required

• Shorter hospital stay

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Our physical therapists will discuss a treatment plan that will produce safe and long-lasting improvement. Over time and through hard work, physical therapy minimizes pain and improves strength and mobility, helping to prevent future injuries.

Rehabilitation for those undergoing joint reconstruction or replacement begins immediately after surgery to enhance range of motion and strengthen around the joint. 

Treatment may include:

• Functional movement and gait training

• Manual therapy

• Massage

• Neuromuscular re-educationa

• Strengthening and flexibility exercises

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We accept most major insurance plans. All insurance copays, coinsurance and deductibles are due at the time of service. Please be prepared to settle these before you leave our office. 

To ensure accurate billing and timely communication, please inform our office of any changes to your address, phone number or insurance information. This helps us file claims correctly and avoid unnecessary billing issues.