Nonoperative Orthopedic Services

Whether you're dealing with arthritis, sports injuries, or chronic pain, the Lost Creek Medical team in Denver, Colorado, led by board-certified family practice and sports medicine physician David Bubis, MD, provides nonoperative orthopedic services. Experience personalized, nonsurgical treatments like physical therapy, injections, and regenerative medicine, helping you heal quicker, reduce pain, and restore mobility — all without surgery. Call or book online now.

What are nonoperative orthopedic services?

Nonoperative orthopedic services focus on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal conditions without surgery. These services are designed for patients who suffer from pain, injury, or dysfunction in bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, or tendons but can improve with conservative treatments rather than surgical interventions. 

The goal is to manage symptoms, promote healing, restore function, and improve your quality of life.

What issues can nonoperative orthopedic services address?

Nonoperative orthopedic care can address a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions, including:

• Arthritis (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)
• Tendonitis (e.g., rotator cuff tendonitis, Achilles tendonitis)
• Bursitis
• Sports injuries (sprains, strains, overuse injuries)
• Fractures (that don’t require surgery)
• Back and neck pain (e.g., herniated discs, sciatica)
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Degenerative disc disease
• Muscle strains or tears

Your physician uses these treatments if you don’t need surgery or wish to avoid it. 

What treatments do nonoperative orthopedic services offer?

Nonoperative orthopedic services offer a variety of treatments to help patients manage their pain and regain function. These treatments include:

• Physical therapy: improves strength, flexibility, and range of motion
• Medications: helps manage symptoms with anti-inflammatory drugs, pain relievers, and muscle relaxants
• Corticosteroid injections: reduces inflammation and pain in areas like the knees, shoulders, or hips
• Bracing and splinting: stabilizes injured areas and helps prevent further damage
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy: uses your own blood to accelerate healing
• Chiropractic care: reduces pain and improves mobility

Your Lost Creek Medical practitioner can perform a thorough evaluation to determine the right treatment for you.

What are the benefits of nonoperative orthopedic services?

Nonoperative orthopedic treatments offer several advantages:

Less invasive

It can help you avoid surgery and reduce risks like infections, complications, and lengthy recovery times.

Shorter recovery

Patients often experience quicker recovery times compared to surgical interventions.

Cost-effective

Nonoperative treatments can be more affordable than surgery, especially when considering medical bills and time off work.

Customization

Your practitioner tailors treatments to your unique needs and recovery goals, providing personalized care for optimal results.

If you’re ready for effective care with noninvasive techniques, reach out to the Lost Creek Medical office staff today by phone, or use the online scheduling tool for convenience when you’re ready.