• Orthopaedics: 734-936-5780
• Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R): 734-936-7175
• Rheumatology: 888-229-3065

To make our diagnosis, we start with your clinical exam, conduct a thorough health history, talk with you about your pattern of symptoms and take X-rays. Depending on what your X-rays show, further imaging, such as a CT scan, MRI, ultrasound or arthrogram, may be required. Our Radiology Services are excellent and will help us determine how to treat your condition. 

If you have suffered any knee trauma, seek treatment right away. Failure to do so risks further complications, such as chronic instability, weakness, pain or malunion (where a fracture heals in a bad position that is difficult to undo). Getting that diagnosis quickly means we can treat you while the injury is simpler to treat. But, even if a problem has been misdiagnosed or is a long-term issue, we can still help. Treatment varies widely, depending on the problem. If the problem is not severe, your doctor may recommend RICE (rest, ice, compression and elevation) and will tell you exactly what to do. 

Surgery

If we are able to effectively treat you without surgery, we will. But if you’ve already been treated without a good outcome, or you have a severe issue, we will discuss your surgical options and help you decide which option is best for you. We see hundreds of patients with knee problems every year, ranging from simple sprains to severe ACL tears. We are on the forefront of orthopaedic technology, offering advanced techniques and developing new procedures for difficult problems.  Some of the knee surgery solutions we offer include:

• Arthroscopy - Performed with a scope, this surgery is minimally invasive.
• Open surgery - Traditional surgery is sometimes the best option. 

Below are educational resources for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions available to orthopaedic surgery patients for pre- and post-surgical care. This contains helpful information for patients as they start their surgical journey.

• U-M Online Patient Education Library - Orthopaedic Surgery