Orthopedics Care

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MercyOne Orthopedics Care provides personalized and comprehensive care for patients experiencing pain or limitation of motion in the bones, joints, muscles or surrounding structures. We offer leading edge care for joint replacement, arthritis and sports injuries to meet your specific needs.

Overview

What sets MercyOne Orthopedics Care apart?

Multiple orthopedic care and physical therapy locations across Iowa to ensure you receive care close to home.
Many locations are recognized as a Blue Distinction Center (BDC) for knee and hip replacement, a national designation for delivering safe, high-quality patient care with a lower complication rate and fewer readmissions.
The largest and most complete orthopedic trauma and fracture program in central Iowa.
Minimally invasive procedures used whenever possible for reduced pain and quicker recovery.
The leader in robotic-assisted surgeries in the state of Iowa.
Joint Camp Programs for patients who are preparing for, undergoing and recovering from joint replacement surgery.

Whether you're seeking relief from joint pain, recovering from a sports injury or exploring surgical options, our skilled orthopedics team can help you return to your highest level of independence.

Services and Specialties

Achilles surgery
Ankle arthrodesis
Anterior cruciate ligament injury
Arthroscopy (ankle, elbow, hip, knee, shoulder)
Bone health
Broken bones
Complex fracture treatment
Fracture repair
Fusion of foot and ankle joints
Hand and upper extremity
Imaging
Ligament injuries
Limb deformity
Meniscus
Minimally invasive surgery
Musculoskeletal injuries
Nail removal
Nerve repair
Pain management
Partial knee replacement
Pediatric orthopedics
Repetitive motion injuries
Robotic surgery
Rotator cuff injuries
Sports injuries
Tendon repair
Total joint replacement (ankle, hip, knee and shoulder)
Trauma injuries and fractures
Wrist injuries and disorders

Conditions

If something’s keeping you from moving comfortably, we’re here to help! Our orthopedic experts treat a wide range of conditions to keep you doing the activities you love. Conditions include but are not limited to:

Treatments and Procedures

Orthopedic Care at MercyOne

Joint Replacement Surgery

Whether your joint pain is caused by wear and tear, injury or disease, MercyOne will work with you to get you back to living your best pain-free life.

Robotic Surgery

MercyOne is a leader in utilizing robotic technology to offer patients a less invasive surgical treatment option. MercyOne performs the highest number of robotic surgeries in the state of Iowa.

Spine Surgery

MercyOne offers a coordinated approach to spine surgery. Our patients report high satisfaction scores, and many are returning home after surgery instead of going to a skilled care facility.

Hand and Wrist Surgery

MercyOne is proud to offer a double board-certified orthopedic hand and upper extremity surgeon, who brings nationally recognized expertise in minimally invasive hand surgery.

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Whether you're managing a chronic condition, our comprehensive podiatry services offer the latest in diagnostics, minimally invasive treatments and compassionate follow-up care.

Sports Medicine

Whether you're dealing with a sprain, stress fracture or chronic joint pain, our MercyOne sports medicine physicians deliver personalized, evidence-based care to help you recover quickly and safely.

What are you treatment options?

If you have pain or stiffness, you may need to consider joint replacement. Download our comprehensive orthopedic treatment guide to learn more about your options.

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Additional Treatments and Procedures

Arthroscopy (ankle, elbow, hip, knee, shoulder)
ACL, MCL and PCL repair
Bone grafts
Carpal tunnel release
Cubital tunnel release
Decompression surgery
Joint replacement surgery (ankle, hip, knee and shoulder)
Knee cartilage repair
Knee ligament reconstruction
Minimally invasive surgery
Partial knee replacement
Pain management
Physical therapy
Revision procedures
Robotic surgery
Rotator cuff repair
Shoulder replacement
Spine surgery
Tendon repair

Additional Resources

Joint Camp Programs

Discover our comprehensive program designed for patients preparing for, undergoing or recovering from joint replacement surgery.

Learn More

Hip and Knee Health Risk Assessment

Is it time to see a doctor about your joint pain? Take our free self-assessment to see if you're at risk for developing a more serious condition.

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Total Joint Replacement Healing Handbook

Patients play a key role in ensuring a successful recovery, and MercyOne involves patients in their treatment through each step of the program. This patient guide gives patients the information they needed for a safe and successful surgical outcome and recovery.

Download the Healing Handbook

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