Orthopaedics

Your Local Destination for Expert Joint, Bone, and Muscle Care

Daviess Community Hospital provides comprehensive orthopaedic care for patients experiencing joint pain, injuries and conditions affecting the bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons—giving patients in Daviess County and southwestern Indiana access to advanced care close to home.

Whether you are dealing with shoulder pain, a hand or wrist injury, arthritis or limited mobility, our orthopaedic team delivers personalized treatment, focused on reducing pain, restoring function and helping you return to daily life.

If you are looking for orthopaedic care in Washington, Indiana, our team is here to help.

Orthopaedic Conditions We Treat

We provide comprehensive care for a wide range of upper and lower extremity conditions, including:

Hand, Wrist, and Elbow Conditions

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Hand and wrist fractures
• Tendon injuries and ligament damage
• Nerve compression conditions
• Elbow pain and injuries
• Overuse injuries affecting the hand, wrist or elbow

Shoulder Conditions

• Rotator cuff injuries
• Shoulder arthritis
• Labral tears
• Shoulder instability or dislocation

Knee, Hip, Foot, and Ankle Conditions

• Knee ligament and meniscus injuries
• Hip and knee arthritis
• Ankle sprains, fractures and instability
• Foot injuries and structural conditions

General Orthopaedic Conditions

• Joint pain and stiffness
• Sprains and strains
• Muscle or ligament tears
• Bursitis and joint inflammation
• Tendonitis and overuse injuries

Our goal is to help you move better, recover fully and return to the activities that matter most.

Orthopaedic Treatment Options

At Daviess Community Hospital, we begin with the most conservative treatment possible—focusing on relieving pain, restoring function and helping you avoid surgery whenever appropriate.

Non-Surgical Treatment Options

For many patients, effective care starts with:

• Physical and occupational therapy
• Anti-inflammatory medications
• Bracing or splinting, including for hand and wrist conditions
• Activity modification
• Image-guided joint injections

Joint Injections

We offer advanced, non-surgical options to reduce inflammation and improve mobility, including:

• Cortisone (corticosteroid) injections
• Hyaluronic acid (viscosupplementation) injections
• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy
• Bone marrow aspirate concentrate (BMAC) therapy

Note: Amniotic injections derived from placental tissue are not used at Daviess Community Hospital.

Surgical Options

If conservative treatment does not provide relief, our orthopaedic team offers advanced surgical options designed to restore mobility and improve quality of life, including:

• Arthroscopic surgery for shoulder and joint conditions
• ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair
• Cartilage restoration procedures
• Total and partial knee replacement
• Total hip replacement
• Reverse total shoulder replacement

Every treatment plan is tailored to your condition, goals and lifestyle—with a focus on helping you return to normal activity as safely and efficiently as possible.

Convenient, Coordinated Orthopaedic Care

Orthopaedic care at Daviess Community Hospital's CORE Center includes support from diagnosis through recovery, including:

• On-site digital X-rays for faster diagnosis
• Physical and occupational therapy for recovery and rehabilitation
• Access to additional services when needed, including pain management, podiatry, and rehabilitation therapies

This coordinated approach allows patients to receive diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation in one location—reducing delays and helping you recover faster.

Walk-In Orthopaedic Care Available

We accept walk-ins every day for urgent orthopaedic injuries and concerns. No appointment is needed.

Common reasons to visit:

• Sudden joint pain or swelling
• Sprains, fractures or injuries
• Limited movement or new symptoms
• Orthopaedic evaluation without a referral

Why Choose Daviess Community Hospital for Orthopaedic Care?

Patients choose DCH because we bring advanced orthopaedic care closer to home, including:

• Expertise in hand, wrist, elbow, shoulder, knee and hip conditions
• Personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient
• Coordinated care from diagnosis through recovery
• Access to imaging, therapy and specialty services in one location
• The ability to be seen quickly, including urgent walk-in care

Schedule Your Appointment

If you are experiencing joint pain, injury or mobility concerns, our team is here to help. Call (812) 254-2663 to schedule your appointment at the CORE Center, 421 E Van Trees Street, Second Floor, Washington, IN 47501.

FAQs

Do you offer X-rays at the CORE Center?
Yes. Our team provides on-site digital X-rays for faster diagnosis and treatment planning.

What non-surgical treatments are available?
We offer rehabilitation therapies, medications, and injections such as cortisone, PRP, hyaluronic acid, and BMAC.

Do I need a referral?
Most services are available without a referral. Call (812) 254-2663 to confirm.