The Bone & Joint Clinic Staff • February 12, 2025
Recognizing the Signs That You May Need a Joint Replacement

Your quality of life can be greatly impacted by chronic joint pain, which can make even simple everyday tasks difficult. Sometimes, joint replacement is the best course of action, even when conservative measures like medicine, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes might be helpful. Knowing when a joint replacement is necessary can help you take prompt action and improve your quality of life.


Persistent and Severe Joint Pain

Chronic pain that doesn't go away with rest or medication is one of the main warning signs. Everyday actions like walking, climbing stairs, and even sitting may cause this pain to continue. It might be time to think about getting a joint replacement if the pain keeps you up at night or makes it difficult for you to carry out daily duties.


Reduced Mobility Due to Joint Discomfort

Another crucial indicator is difficulty moving the joint freely. Your range of motion can be restricted by stiffness, swelling, or a grinding feeling, which makes it difficult to exercise, pursue hobbies, or even carry out daily activities like reaching or bending.


Frequent Dependence on Assistive Devices for Your Joints

If you have started using walkers, canes, or braces to get through the day, it may be a sign that the joint degeneration has gotten much worse. These gadgets aren't a long-term fix, but they can offer momentary comfort.


Ineffectiveness of Conservative Treatments for Joint Pain

In the early stages of joint problems, many people find relief with non-surgical treatments such as physical therapy, anti-inflammatory drugs, or injections. Joint replacement may be required, nevertheless, if these treatments no longer result in a noticeable improvement.

With improvements in methods and materials, joint replacement procedures—like hip or knee replacements—have become incredibly dependable and successful, with long-lasting outcomes. An orthopedic specialist can help you decide if joint replacement is the right course of action if you're exhibiting these warning signals. The experts at the Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge are here to help. Schedule an appointment today.

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Bone & Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge Physician Practice Transition – Effective April 1, 2025

By Bone and Joint Clinic Staff • April 1, 2025
BATON ROUGE, LA, January 30, 2025 – Effective April 1, 2025, four distinguished orthopedic surgeons from The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will transition to Baton Rouge Orthopedic Clinic (BROC), continuing their commitment to providing high-quality orthopedic care. The physicians joining BROC are: 1. Joseph "Jeb" Broyles, MD – Specializes in joint replacement surgery, knee arthroscopy, and cartilage regeneration. 2. Arthur "Art" Hess, MD – Specializes in trauma, hip, knee, and shoulder reconstruction, and total joint replacement surgery. 3. Mat hew "Matt" Mazoch, M D – Specializes in shoulder and knee surgery. 4. Alan Schroeder, MD – Specializes in sports medicine and shoulder surgery. Beginning April 1, 2025, these physicians will operate under BROC's umbrella while continuing to see patients at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge's current location, 7301 Hennessy Blvd. Eventually, the doctors plan to transition to BROC's campus on Bluebonnet Blvd. The estimated timeline for that move is Summer/Fall 2025. In addition, Dr. Patrick Hall will be transitioning to his own practice, Hall Podiatry, that will continue to provide quality podiatric care to patients. Dr. Hall will continue to practice at 7301 Hennessy Blvd. until May/June 2025. After that date, patients may see him at a new nearby location. Dr. Christopher Belleau is transitioning to The Neuromedical Center in Baton Rouge.  Patients are encouraged to continue scheduling appointments at The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge using the current process for the foreseeable future. To ensure a seamless transition, The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge will provide detailed information to patients in the coming weeks, including the secure transfer of medical records and continuity of care. The health and well-being of patients remain the top priority, and The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge, BROC, and Hall Podiatry are working together to make this transition as smooth as possible while maintaining uninterrupted care. For more information or to schedule an appointment, patients can contact The Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge at 225-766-0050 or by visiting bjcbr.com . Patients can also reach BROC at 225-924-2424 or by visiting brortho.com .
Dr. Gerard Murtagh to Retire After Distinguished Career in Orthopedic Surgery

Dr. Gerard Murtagh to Retire After Distinguished Career in Orthopedic Surgery

By The Bone & Joint Clinic • March 10, 2025
Dr. Gerard Murtagh will retire from Bone and Joint Clinic of Baton Rouge on March 12, 2025, after a long and distinguished career dedicated to advancing orthopedic surgery.
The Signs and Symptoms of a Torn Meniscus

The Signs and Symptoms of a Torn Meniscus

By The Bone & Joint Clinic Staff • February 11, 2025
Damage to the meniscus, which serves as a cushion between the thigh and shin bones, can cause severe pain and impair movement.
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