As there are different orthopaedic specialties, there are also other scenarios where seeing an orthopaedic specialist is necessary. Thus, the situations that warrant seeing an orthopaedic specialist depend on your needs. If you have suffered a musculoskeletal injury that requires casting, bracing, splints, or other immediate treatment, or are dealing with a chronic pain injury, it’s worthwhile to see an orthopaedic doctor. If your injury or condition requires surgery, you should make an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon. For when to see an orthopaedic physical therapist, here are some excellent reasons: • You’re dealing with pain in your muscles, joints, bones, ligaments, tendons, or cartilage • You’re looking for an effective way to recover quickly and thoroughly from surgery • You’re trying to avoid surgery for an injury or condition • You want to limit your reliance on pain-relieving medications • You want to reduce your chances of injury when exercising, playing sports, or preparing for a marathon-type event For more information about orthopaedics treatment in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, you can visit our website or call us at Prime Physical Therapy. We also welcome you to call us for an appointment or schedule one through our website. We serve patients from Lee’s Summit MO, Greenwood MO, Blue spring MO, Lake Lotawana MO, Raytown MO, and surrounding areas!