Orthopedic Care in Port Lavaca

From joint pain and sports injuries to joint replacement and specialized spine care, orthopedic expertise is available close to home.

Memorial Medical Center provides orthopedic care for patients experiencing pain, injuries, limited mobility, and other conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

Our orthopedic services include evaluation, diagnostic imaging, nonsurgical treatment, sports medicine, orthopedic surgery, joint replacement, spine care, and rehabilitation.

Schedule an Orthopedic Appointment: 361-552-0379

What Can an Orthopedic Specialist Help With?

Consider an orthopedic evaluation if you are experiencing persistent pain, an injury that is not improving, difficulty moving a joint, or symptoms that are beginning to interfere with everyday activities.

Our orthopedic services include care for:

Arthritis and joint pain
Sports and activity-related injuries
Sprains and strains
Fractures and broken bones
Tendon and ligament injuries
Knee, hip, and shoulder problems
Meniscus and labral tears
Joint instability
Bursitis
Overuse injuries
Carpal tunnel and nerve problems
Hand and wrist conditions
Back, neck, and spine conditions

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Orthopedic Care Does Not Always Mean Surgery

Seeing an orthopedic surgeon does not automatically mean you will need an operation.

Depending on your diagnosis, symptoms, and goals, treatment may begin with nonsurgical options such as:

Cortisone joint injections
Gel joint injections
Casting and splinting
Bracing and orthopedic supports
Physical therapy and rehabilitation
Activity modification and other conservative approaches

The first step is determining what is causing the problem and which treatment options make sense for you.

Orthopedic Surgery Close to Home

When surgery is appropriate, Memorial Medical Center provides inpatient and outpatient orthopedic surgical care in Port Lavaca.

Orthopedic procedures available include:

Knee arthroscopy
Shoulder arthroscopy
Meniscus repair
ACL reconstruction
Rotator cuff repair
Surgery for shoulder instability and dislocation
Achilles tendon repair
Carpal tunnel release
Trigger finger surgery
Other orthopedic procedures

Joint Replacement

For patients whose joint damage or arthritis is significantly affecting mobility and quality of life, joint replacement may be an option.

Memorial Medical Center offers:

Total knee replacement
Total hip replacement
Shoulder replacement

Your orthopedic surgeon can help determine whether joint replacement or another treatment option is appropriate for your condition.

Sports Medicine for More Than Athletes

You do not have to be a competitive athlete to experience a sports medicine injury.

Running, exercising, recreational sports, physical work, yardwork, and everyday activity can all lead to injuries involving muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments.

Our orthopedic services include evaluation and treatment for conditions such as:

Sprains and strains
ACL and other ligament injuries
Meniscus tears
Labral tears
Tendon injuries
Joint instability
Overuse injuries
Shoulder and knee injuries

The goal is to understand the injury, restore function, and help you return safely to the activities that matter to you.

Meet Our Orthopedic Physicians

Jerry L. Followwill, M.D.
Board-Certified Orthopedic Surgeon
Learn More About Dr. Followwill

Derek Moody, M.D.
Fellowship-Trained Orthopedic Spine Surgeon
Learn More About Dr. Moody

Ready to Find Out What Is Causing Your Pain?

Whether you are dealing with a new injury, ongoing joint pain, a sports medicine concern, or a condition that has gradually made everyday activities harder, an orthopedic evaluation can help you understand your options.

You may not have to travel far to get the care you need.

Call 361-552-0379 for an Appointment