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At Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center, we are proud to offer cutting-edge robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery using the advanced DePuy robotic system. This state-of-the-art technology represents the next generation Read More

1. What are the key benefits of robotic-assisted knee replacement surgery compared to traditional methods? Robotic-assisted surgery offers greater precision and accuracy in placing the knee implant. This can potentially lead Read More

Understanding Wrist and Hand Arthritis Arthritis occurs when the cartilage protecting the bones in the wrist wears away, leading to pain, stiffness, and decreased range of motion. Common causes include: • Osteoarthritis: Read More

To all of our BCBS Medicare Advantage Plan Patients: Effective January 1, 2025, Missoula Bone & Joint and Surgery Center will discontinue its participating provider relationship with Blue Cross Blue Shield Read More

Orthopedic medicine focuses on the health of the bones, joints, and muscles throughout your body. They keep the parts of your body connected and strong, and promote optimal mobility. Keep Read More

When you suffer from acute or chronic pain, you already know how it can disrupt your life. Acute or chronic pain can lead to inactivity, which can lead to weight Read More

Up to 85% of all people have lower back pain (LBP) at some point in their life.1  LBP is second only to the common cold as a reason for a Read More

Well, here is where my story begins. I started out as a patient at Missoula Bone & Joint (MBJ) 22 years ago. I had an accident that left me with Read More

Wrist injuries are prevalent in the winter months because of slipping on the ice and other sports involving falls. A fall on an outstretched hand (FOOSH) can result in a Read More

Have pain at the base of your thumb? You may have osteoarthritis (OA) at the carpal metacarpal (CMC) joint. OA presents with a wearing down of cartilage between the bones, Read More

A pain management specialist is a physician with special medical training in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of all different types of pain. Pain is a wide spectrum of disorders Read More

We are excited to announce that our Hand Therapy Program at Missoula Bone & Joint Orthopedic Clinic now has two hand therapists: Kristin Biggins, OT, CHT, and Theresa Brooke, OT, CHT. Hand therapy Read More

As winter approaches and the snow accumulates, the ground becomes more uneven and it is important to prepare for winter and ensure that our footwear is providing adequate stability. Megan Read More

Missoula Bone & Joint’s outpatient surgery center was designed to provide an optimal patient experience. Patient feedback indicates that we achieved this goal. This 31,949 square foot outpatient surgery center Read More

Foot and ankle sprains are very common injuries that are usually the result of the ankle turning inward. A “sprain” is a tearing or stretching of the ligaments that connect Read More

Each October is an opportunity to raise awareness about the numerous benefits of physical therapy (PT) during National Physical Therapy Month. We have a very talented group of physical therapists Read More