Orthopedics

Baton Rouge Area Orthopedic Care

Examination at Lane Regional Orthopedics Whether the result of an accident, disability or degenerative disease, musculoskeletal illness and injury can be detrimental. Normal lifestyle becomes difficult to maintain and even simple activities can become a challenge when bone and joint conditions take hold. The key to overcoming and getting back to the real you is proper diagnosis and treatment. At Lane Regional Medical Center, our orthopedics department provides a complete range of diagnostic and treatment services for patients with musculoskeletal conditions. Each is designed to get you back on your feet and enjoying a pain-free, gratifying lifestyle in as little time as possible.

Lane Regional Center Orthopedic Services

At Lane, we utilize a wide realm of resources to provide a comprehensive approach, from prevention and assessment to treatment and rehabilitation. These services include:

  • Precise evaluation and diagnosis of your situation using the latest digital imaging tools
  • Customized treatment plans
  • An innovative combination of rehabilitation therapies and medically supervised fitness training
  • Support for your rehabilitation and recovery with appropriate pain management strategies
  • Advanced technology and expert care

Benefits of Orthopedic Care at Lane

Lane Regional X-Ray Services

The team at Lane spends each and every day focusing our efforts on the comfort, treatment and recovery of our patients. Whether you're stepping through our doors for the very first time or our staff knows you by name, you can count on being treated as family. Our compassionate, dedicated team of doctors, nurses, therapists and other healthcare professionals carefully attends to the needs and concerns of every patient, enabling you to focus your energy on recovery and rehabilitation.

 

Latest Advanced Imaging Technology

State-of-the-art equipment means that Lane can offer the most innovative forms of diagnostic and treatment services. Our advanced imaging capabilities include high field magnetic resonance Imaging (MRI), direct digital radiography (X-ray) and multi-slice computed tomography (CT) scanning, which means your doctors can pinpoint damage to bones, joints and soft tissue with incredible precision.

 

Board-Certified Orthopedic Specialists

While the equipment we use is top-of-the-line, it's our team that makes the real difference at Lane. The orthopedic specialists who work with our facility are among the most skilled, experienced board-certified surgeons in the region. Their expertise combined with that of other team members and our cutting-edge technology means that no element of care is sacrificed when you choose Lane.

Additionally, with the advent of arthroscopic and endoscopic procedures, our surgeons can repair damaged joints and muscles less invasively, which means less scarring and a quicker recovery time.
(For more information on joint replacements, please view our Getting Ready for Joint Replacement booklet.)

 

Hospital-Based Rehabilitation Care

Lane Regional Rehab Center Following surgery, patients are able to recover in Lane Rehabilitation Center, our 30-bed acute rehab facility that provides a comprehensive inpatient program for adult patients with orthopedic conditions. Our skilled team will seamlessly guide you through the recovery process, providing you with the therapy you need to be at your very best by the time you go back home.

Call 225-658-6858 for a referral.

In addition to our orthopedic surgeons, our orthopedic care team consists of:

  • Anesthesiologists
  • Dietitians
  • Discharge planners
  • Nurses
  • Nursing assistants
  • Nurse case managers
  • Occupational therapists
  • Physical therapists
  • Respiratory therapists
  • Social workers
  • Other health care professionals

Whether you need a simple arthroscopic procedure or complete hip replacement, rest assured that you are in good hands with the team of specialists at Lane's orthopedics department.

 

Full Range of Services and Conditions Treated

  • Hand and wristEVS Karen at Lane Regional Orthopedics
  • Elbow
  • Shoulder
  • Arthritis
  • Foot and ankle
  • Fracture repair
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome surgery
  • Hip arthroscopy and replacement
  • Knee arthroscopy and replacement
  • Osteoporosis diagnosis and treatment
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Scoliosis treatments
  • Arthroscopic shoulder surgery
  • Cervical and lumbar spine surgery
  • Sports medicine
  • Tendonitis
  • Kyphoplasty
  • Torn ligaments and cartilage
  • Therapy services