As technology evolves so do treatment options. Ankle replacement surgery has improved over the past 10 years in terms of customization of the implant and precision of anatomical measurements. Proper sizing and alignment is crucial because this impacts the surgical outcome. Using your own CT scan, advanced technology models your unique anatomy and creates a…
Total Joint Replacement
Back doing what I love after surgery
Experienced surgeons in Missoula, Montana Surgery is a big decision no matter what the injury is. With some acute injuries the decision is easier because surgery is the only option for an optimal recovery, for example rotator cuff repair, ACL reconstruction, or a complex bone fracture. Other joint pain may be chronic, which means that…
Meet Jim – doing the things he loves because of knee and hip replacement surgery
Meet Jim, a patient with Dr. Gary Willstein for over 10 years. Dr. Willstein has provided quality orthopedic care with a knee replacement and a hip replacement, and recently the other hip replaced, to keep this active 77 year old doing the things he enjoys. “Thank you Dr. Willstein, for making it possible for Jim…
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Outpatient Orthopedic Surgery Center – Recover in the comfort of your own home
New Outpatient Surgery Center is Open First surgery center patient at our new facility on Monday January 6th, 2020. Dr. Brent Roster, foot & ankle surgeon, is with Cindy in the post operative room, and it’s all smiles! Missoula Bone & Joint’s new 2-story, 31,949 square foot outpatient surgery center on Mullan Road in Missoula,…
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Partial Knee Replacement Surgery in Missoula
This x-ray of the knee shows degeneration in one compartment while the other compartment is normal. Partial knee replacement may be a good option for this patient. Traditionally, when patients develop arthritis of the knee that does not respond to conservative treatment, a total knee replacement was offered as the definitive treatment of choice. However,…
What are Steroid Injections?
What are Steroids? Corticosteroids are a class of medications that are related to cortisone. Cortisone is a naturally occurring corticosteroid hormone produced by your adrenal glands. What are the benefits of a steroid injection? The main benefits are to decrease pain and increase function at the injected joint. The aim is to reduce joint inflammation,…
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Partial Knee Replacement may be an option for you
Traditionally, when patients develop arthritis of the knee that does not respond to conservative treatment, a total knee replacement was offered as the definitive treatment of choice. However, in nearly half of patients who come to an orthopedic clinic with knee pain, the arthritis is only located in a single part (compartment) of the knee….
Total Ankle Replacement Surgery
Your feet and ankles are extremely complex, with 26 bones, 33 joints, 107 ligaments, 19 muscles, 5 tendons, plus nerves and blood vessels. The large Achilles tendon extends from the calf muscles to the heel bone (calcaneus), and allows running, jumping, walking upstairs, and raising the body onto the toes. Ligaments attach bone to bone…
Anterior Approach for Total Hip Joint Replacement Surgery
Dr. Mark Channer is a board certified, fellowship trained orthopedic surgeon. He has been specializing in total hip joint replacement surgery for over 18 years. Dr. Channer now offers his patients the option of Anterior Approachfor total hip joint replacement surgery. Unlike traditional minimally invasive hip replacement techniques that access the hip from behind (Posterior Approach), the…
When should I have total joint surgery on my knee?
Based upon your history, x-rays and physical exam, your orthopedic surgeon can make some general recommendations. However, you will know when the time is right for you. We will ask you to decide if your discomfort, stiffness, and inability to perform tasks justify undergoing surgery. There is no harm in waiting to have surgery…
