Movement & Recovery Services

Healing in motion

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Restore strength to reclaim your life.

The musculoskeletal system provides the strength and support behind every movement you make, making it essential to daily living. Our specialists here at UTMB Health provide a range of services to support this system, including advanced diagnostics, orthopedic care, pain management, and rehabilitative therapy.

You can expect nothing but a professional, friendly approach from the moment you make an appointment and throughout your recovery. From broken bones to muscle tears to surgery, your care team will guide you every step of the way. We’re committed to helping you move with less pain and more freedom.

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  • Spinal Conditions

    Spinal Conditions

    Back and neck pain can affect everything you do. Our doctors provide personalized, evidence-based care for conditions like herniated discs, scoliosis, and chronic pain. We focus on relieving discomfort, restoring mobility, and helping you return to the activities and the life you enjoy most.

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  • Joint Care

    Joint Care

    Get comprehensive joint care to help you move comfortably and live actively, whether you need joint replacement, surgery, or some other form of treatment. Our orthopedic specialists diagnose and treat a range of conditions, including arthritis, hip and knee injuries, and other issues using advanced imaging, minimally invasive procedures, and personalized rehabilitation plans to restore function, improving your quality of life.

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  • Bone Health

    Bone Health

    Strong bones are essential for overall well-being. That’s why we’re here to help you maintain and improve your health. Our expert team offers personalized care, from prevention to treatment, ensuring your bones stay strong, healthy, and resilient throughout life.

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  • Physical & Occupational Therapy

    Physical & Occupational Therapy

    Get help recovering and regaining your physical independence through personalized rehabilitation. Whether you're healing from an injury, recovering after surgery, or managing a chronic condition, we tailor treatments to your needs. Together, we’ll work toward improving mobility, strength, and daily function for a better quality of life.

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  • Urgent Care, Emergency, & Trauma Care

    Urgent Care, Emergency, & Trauma Care

    UTMB Health provides expert urgent and emergency care when you need it most. From minor injuries and sudden illnesses to life-threatening emergencies, our skilled physicians and staff are ready 24/7 to deliver compassionate, high-quality care close to home, ensuring you get the right care, right away.

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 Frequently Asked Questions

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  • What conditions do orthopedic specialists treat?

    Orthopedic specialists diagnose and treat conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and nerves. Common conditions include arthritis, fractures, sports injuries, tendon and ligament injuries, joint pain, osteoporosis, and repetitive stress injuries.

  • When should I see an orthopedic specialist?

    You may benefit from orthopedic care if you have persistent joint or muscle pain, limited mobility, swelling, instability, sports injuries, fractures, or pain that interferes with daily activities.

  • What types of spine conditions does UTMB Health treat?

    UTMB Health providers treat a variety of spine conditions, including back pain, neck pain, herniated discs, spinal stenosis, scoliosis, degenerative disc disease, sciatica, and spinal injuries.

  • What is sports medicine?

    Sports medicine focuses on preventing, diagnosing, and treating injuries related to physical activity and athletics. Care is available for athletes of all ages and activity levels, from youth sports participants to active adults.

  • Do I need surgery for a sports injury or orthopedic condition?

    Not necessarily. Many orthopedic and sports-related conditions can be treated with nonsurgical approaches such as physical therapy, medications, injections, bracing, or lifestyle modifications. Surgery is considered when conservative treatments are not effective or when an injury requires surgical repair.

  • What joint conditions do you treat?

    UTMB Health provides care for joint pain and conditions affecting the knees, hips, shoulders, elbows, wrists, ankles, and other joints. Common concerns include arthritis, cartilage injuries, ligament tears, joint instability, and overuse injuries.

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  • What’s the difference between physical and occupational therapy?

    Physical therapy helps patients improve strength, flexibility, balance, mobility, and function after an injury, surgery, illness, or chronic condition. Occupational therapy helps patients regain the skills needed for daily activities such as dressing, bathing, cooking, working, and other essential tasks.

  • When should I go to urgent care instead of the emergency department?

    Urgent care may be appropriate for minor sprains, strains, simple fractures, sports injuries, minor cuts, and other non-life-threatening conditions. The emergency department is recommended for severe injuries, major fractures, head injuries, serious bleeding, loss of consciousness, or other medical emergencies.

  • What types of injuries require trauma care?

    Trauma care is designed for serious injuries resulting from events such as motor vehicle accidents, falls, workplace injuries, sports injuries, and other emergencies. Trauma teams provide rapid evaluation and treatment for potentially life-threatening conditions.

  • Can physical therapy help prevent surgery?

    In some cases, yes. Physical therapy can improve strength, flexibility, joint function, and pain levels, helping some patients avoid or delay surgery while improving overall mobility.

  • Do you offer rehabilitation after surgery?

    Yes. UTMB Health provides rehabilitation services to help patients recover after orthopedic procedures, joint replacement surgery, spine surgery, fractures, and other treatments.

  • How can I protect my bones and joints as I age?

    Regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, eating a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, avoiding tobacco use, and receiving appropriate screenings can help support long-term bone and joint health.

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