When joint pain or chronic discomfort interferes with your daily life, understanding the root cause is the first step toward effective relief.
At Great Lakes Orthopedics, our expert orthopedic surgeons offer advanced, minimally invasive diagnostics and personalized treatment plans across St. John, Crown Point, and Lowell, IN. Using state-of-the-art imaging and technology-driven techniques, we pinpoint the source of your pain to help you regain mobility and improve your quality of life. Call us at (219) 365-0220 or request an appointment online today.
Learn how modern diagnostic technology ensures you receive the precise care you need.
Getting to the Root of Pain: A Personalized Approach
Pain doesn’t always have an obvious source. It may be the result of a recent injury, the progression of arthritis, repetitive stress, or even complications from past surgeries. That’s why we take a thoughtful, comprehensive approach to every diagnosis.
At Great Lakes Orthopedics, your evaluation is never rushed. Instead, our team focuses on understanding your pain in context—how it began, how it affects your movement, and how it fits into your overall health.
Your diagnostic visit may include:
- A detailed medical history and lifestyle review
- Functional movement and strength testing
- Musculoskeletal and joint-specific evaluations
- A physical therapy consultation to assess biomechanics and support your recovery
Our aim is to uncover the true source of your discomfort, not just manage the symptoms. With this clarity, we can build a treatment plan that’s focused, efficient, and tailored specifically to your needs.
Minimally Invasive Diagnostic Techniques
At Great Lakes Orthopedics, we use select minimally invasive approaches to support your diagnosis and ease your discomfort, without lengthy recovery or disruption to your routine.
Our options include:
- Healthy Living Injections: These targeted injections help relieve inflammation and are commonly used as part of your overall treatment strategy for joint and soft tissue pain.
- Arthroscopic procedures: When indicated, arthroscopic surgery may be used to assess and treat certain joint issues involving the hip, knee, or shoulder using small incisions and a fiber-optic camera.
These methods allow for precise evaluation and care, helping you get back to movement with less downtime and greater confidence.
Pain Management That Goes Beyond Diagnosis
Once we’ve identified the true cause of your pain, our team will develop a comprehensive treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals. We’re here to help you regain strength, improve mobility, and restore comfort in your daily life.
Your care may include:
- Personalized physical therapy to enhance joint stability, muscle strength, and overall function
- Joint-focused orthopedic services, including targeted care for the hip, knee, shoulder, foot, and ankle
- Sports medicine expertise for active individuals and athletes recovering from injury or managing chronic pain
- Lifestyle-based strategies that support long-term healing, such as activity modifications, inflammation-reducing techniques, and joint preservation guidance
We also consider contributing factors such as post-surgical discomfort, chronic inflammation, and overlapping conditions that may influence how you experience pain. At Great Lakes Orthopedics, your care plan is never one-size-fits-all—it’s built around your full health picture, not just your symptoms.
Trusted Orthopedic Specialists Near You
Whether you’re looking for a knee doctor, hip specialist, or a foot and ankle doctor near you, Great Lakes Orthopedics has been a trusted name in musculoskeletal care since 2000. Our board-certified orthopedic surgeons and dedicated providers offer a thoughtful blend of advanced diagnostics and personalized treatment, right in your community.
You can access expert orthopedic care at any of our convenient locations:
We treat patients of all ages with comprehensive services including:
- Comprehensive upper extremity and lower extremity care
- Shoulder, hip, and knee surgery, as well as targeted therapy
- Physical therapyand other non-surgical treatment options
- Sports medicine and proactive injury prevention strategies
- Healthy Living Injections to reduce inflammation and support healing
Wherever you are in your journey, our team is here to help you move better, feel stronger, and return to the activities you love.
Get Back to a Life Free from Pain
If you’re living with unresolved pain or discomfort, the first step toward healing is understanding what’s really causing it. At Great Lakes Orthopedics, we combine clinical experience with modern techniques to help you get real answers—and real relief.
Call (219) 365-0220 or schedule your appointment online. Whether it's joint pain, an injury, or a chronic condition, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence.
