Joint Replacement

Partial and Full Joint Replacement

Do you have joint pain? One in five people suffer from arthritis. There are over a hundred different types of arthritis, but the most common forms are osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Osteoarthritis is characterized by a breakdown of cartilage that causes stiffness and pain in the affected joint. Rheumatoid arthritis symptoms include swelling and joint deformity. Arthritis can develop in the spine, shoulders, hands, wrists, hip, knees, ankles, and feet.

Dr. David Dominguez at 3D Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center, always recommends a course of conservative treatment options prior to joint replacement surgery. Weight loss and low-impact exercises are a great place for patients to start. Anti-inflammatory medications and joint injections are also recommended prior to surgery.

If you have bone-on-bone arthritis and non-surgical treatment options have not provided relief, our surgeons may recommend total joint replacement, so you can get back to doing what you love. We have a standardized pre-surgical process for all patients undergoing Total Hip or Total Knee reconstruction including general health optimization, preoperative clearance with the hospital and surgeon, and a free pre-surgical education program.

3D Sports Medicine is proud to offer Mako™ Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery for partial and full knee replacements. Dr. Dominguez is trained in the operation of the Mako robotic-arm assisted technology which provides his patients with a personalized surgical experience. This type of surgery is provided for partial and full knee replacements as well as hip replacements. A 3D model of your hip or knee will be used to pre-plan and assist Dr. Dominguez in performing your joint replacement surgery. Visit our website for more information about the Mako Robotic-Arm Assisted Surgery.

Common issues:

KNEE

The knee is the largest joint in the body. In the field of play, ACL tears, patella dislocations, tendonitis, and meniscus tear are commonplace. Years of overuse may lead to cartilage damage, meniscal tears, or arthritis. At 3D Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Dr. David Dominguez, fellowship trained in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery with specific expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of athletic, degenerative and traumatic knee problems. Once more Dr. Dominguez is the only physician in Brevard County that is certified to perform Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation- a surgery which may prevent the development of arthritis.

SHOULDER

There are a number of causes for shoulder pain. The shoulder is one of the most flexible joints and therefore is prone to injury. Shoulder pain occurs when soft tissues (Muscle, tendon, labrum & Ligaments) are injured or overused. The shoulder is prone to instability and even to dislocations which may require extensive rehabilitation or surgery. As well, years of use along with other medical conditions can cause stiffness, bursitis, rotator cuff tears, frozen shoulder, or even arthritis. At 3D Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Dr. David Dominguez is fellowship trained in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery with specific expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of athletic, degenerative and traumatic shoulder problems. Should you need surgery Dr. Dominguez is skilled in the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques geared to expedite your recovery.

HIP

As weight bearing joints your hips are highly susceptible to arthritis and surgery, including sports injuries and work related injuries. Characterized by joint deterioation and movement limitation, hip injuries and conditions can be especially painful and debilitating. Non-Surgical treatment of hip problems may include physical therapy and injections. At 3D Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Dr. David Dominguez, fellowship trained in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery with specific expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of athletic, degenerative and traumatic hip problems. Should you need surgery, Dr. Dominguez is skilled in the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques geared to expedite your recovery.

ANKLE

Ankle injuries like fractures and sprains are common sports related injuries. An Ankle fracture is the break of one or more of the bones in the ankle. If treated appropriately either by casting or with surgery, one can anticipate a full recovery. Ankle Sprains are when the foot rolls, turns or twists, beyond its normal abilities. Ankle sprains typically occur when the foot lands in an odd position and with great force, causing stretched ligaments and sometimes tears. At 3D Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Dr. David Dominguez is fellowship trained in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery with specific expertise in diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of athletic and traumatic ankle problems. Should you need surgery, Dr. Dominguez is in the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques geared to expedite your recovery.

TRAUMA/FRACTURE

A fracture is a medical condition in which there is a break in the continuity of the bone. Inappropriate treatment or neglect of fracture care could lead to permanent deformity and disability. Dr. David Dominguez has specific training and experience treating complex fractures. Prior to completing his sports medicine fellowship, he worked as an orthopaedic traumatologist at Holmes Regional Medical Center. We treat both adult and pediatric patients who have sustained injuries sustained during auto accidents, sports related, life threatening falls etc. At 3D Sports Medicine & Orthopaedic Center, Dr. David Dominguez, fellowship trained in Sports Medicine, have specific, expertise diagnosing and treating a broad spectrum of athletic and traumatic injuries. We have state of the art casting, splinting, and bracing available. Should you need surgery, Dr. Dominguez is skilled in the most advanced minimally invasive surgical procedures to maximize your recovery.

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If your are experiencing pain relating to these common injuries above, please contact 3D Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center to schedule an appointment today.

Links to Helpful Articles from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS)