We treat a variety of conditions, including: ▪ Sports-Related Injuries ▪ Work-Related Injuries ▪ Fractures ▪ Sprains & Strains ▪ Second Opinions ▪ Neck & Back ▪ Arthritis ▪ Minimally Invasive Surgery ▪ Joint Replacement ▪ Arthroscopic Surgery
 
Vic Goradia, MD
▪ General Orthopedics
▪ Sports Medicine
▪ Knee, Shoulder and Elbow Arthroscopy
▪ Certified, American Board of Orthopedic Surgery (ABOS)
 
John York, DO
▪ General Orthopedics
▪ Special Interest in Neck, Back& Hip Problems
▪ Board Certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Surgery

Dr. Vic Goradia, owner of Go Orthopedics and nationally recognized arthroscopic surgeon and sports medicine physician, welcomes Mike Hathaway as the new Clinic Director of Go Orthopedics Physical Therapy.
 
Mike graduated from Virginia Tech with a B.S. degree in Science and Nutrition and Exercise.  He completed the Doctor of Physical Therapy program at VCU medical campus and has been practicing orthopedic physical therapy since 2006.

What is Osteoarthritis?
Classic "wear and tear" arthritis
Progresses as patients age
Common in knees, hips and shoulders

 

Over 45 years of age

Physical laborer

Injuries

Obesity

Hereditary, genetics may play a role in 40-65 percent of knee osteoarthritis cases

Defective cartilage

 
How do physicians diagnose osteoarthritis?

Medical history - to determine location, extent and type of pain, history of injury, other medical conditions

 Physical exam - to identify pain, restricted motion, and signs of injury to muscles, tendons and ligaments

 X-rays - show joint deterioration, bone erosion, excess fluid, bone spurs

 MRI - soft tissues, meniscus or labral tears

 Lab tests - help rule out other diseases with similar symptoms

 
What can be done?

Education / Knowledge about condition.

Conservative treatment / Non Surgical

Lifestyle changes / Activity modification

Medications

Injections

Supplements

Exercise / Therapy / Aqua Therapy

Bracing /orthotic devices

Alternative / Natural

 
Goals for treatment of Osteoarthritis

Control pain and other symptoms caused by the disease

Optimize function, including the impact of osteoarthritis on mobility and the activities of daily living

Educate patients and families about the disease and treatment options for osteoarthritis

 
Where to get more information
Arthritis Foundation:  www.Arthritis.org
American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons:  www.orthoinfo.aaos.org
Web MD:  www.webmd.com
Go Orthopedics: www.goortho.net