Joint Replacement Specialists in Duluth, MN
Joint pain caused by arthritis, injury, or wear over time can reach a point where it limits the activities you depend on every day. When non-surgical treatment is no longer providing adequate relief, joint replacement surgery is one of the most effective interventions available for restoring function and reducing pain in the knee, hip, and shoulder.
At Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth, our board-certified surgeons provide knee, hip, and shoulder replacement procedures for patients dealing with pain, stiffness, or deformity that has not responded to conservative care. Our surgeons work directly with our physical and occupational therapy team, so your care is coordinated from the first consultation through rehabilitation.
Shoulder Conditions and Injuries We Treat
Shoulder problems range from acute sports injuries and traumatic dislocations to chronic conditions that develop gradually over time. Our physicians evaluate each patient and recommend a treatment path based on the diagnosis, the severity of the condition, and what the patient wants to return to doing.
- Arthritis
- Bicep Tears
- AC joint injuries
- Dislocations
- Impingements
- Labral Tears
- Rotator Cuff Tears
- Shoulder Separations
- SLAP Tears
- Total Shoulder Replacement
- Reverse Total Shoulder Replacement
- Shoulder Arthroscopy
- Non-operative Treatments
Knee, Hip, and Shoulder Replacement
at Orthopaedic Associates
Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, and revision knee replacement for patients with knee arthritis, stiffness, or deformity. Minimally invasive and robotic-assisted techniques are available for appropriate candidates. Our knee specialists also provide prehabilitation programs to prepare patients for surgery.
Hip Replacement
Total hip replacement and revision procedures for patients with hip arthritis or joint degeneration. Surgical approaches include the direct anterior approach and the traditional posterior approach, depending on the patient’s anatomy and their surgeon’s recommendation. Robotic-assisted hip replacement is also available.
Shoulder Replacement
Total shoulder replacement and reverse total shoulder replacement for patients with severe shoulder arthritis or rotator cuff damage that has not responded to non-surgical treatment. The appropriate procedure depends on the condition of the rotator cuff and the patient’s specific anatomy.
Total Joint Replacement Services at Orthopaedic Associates
Our board-certified surgeons at Orthopaedic Associates of Duluth perform joint replacement procedures at Lakewalk Surgery Center and Duluth Surgical Suites, two outpatient surgical facilities in the Duluth area. On-site MRI and X-ray imaging are available at our Duluth clinic, so patients can move from consultation to diagnosis without traveling to a separate imaging facility.
When you schedule with us, your first appointment involves an exam and consultation with a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon to review your imaging, discuss your symptoms, and evaluate whether joint replacement is the appropriate next step for your situation.
What Does Joint Replacement Recovery Look Like?
Post-surgical rehabilitation is managed by our physical and occupational therapy team, who work in direct coordination with your surgeon. Your therapy plan is built around your specific procedure and surgical findings, not a generic protocol.
Recovery is different for every patient and depends on the joint replaced, the surgical approach used, your activity level before surgery, and how your body responds. Your care team will set realistic expectations for your individual situation and adjust your plan as recovery progresses.
For patients who are preparing for an upcoming joint replacement, we also offer prehabilitation programs designed to strengthen the joint and surrounding muscles before surgery. Your physician and therapy team will assess whether a prehabilitation program is appropriate for your situation.
Lakewalk Surgery Center
Lakewalk Surgery Center is an independent outpatient surgical facility in Duluth offering private patient rooms and dedicated surgical suites for orthopaedic procedures. Lakewalk provides a comfortable, outpatient-focused environment for joint replacement surgery, with convenient scheduling and easy access.
It is one of the first facilities in the Duluth area to offer robotic-arm assisted joint replacement using Stryker’s Mako System. Mako robotic technology allows surgeons to plan procedures in detail before the operation and execute that plan with precision during surgery, with implant positioning tailored to each patient’s anatomy.
Duluth Surgical Suites
Duluth Surgical Suites is an outpatient surgical facility in Duluth featuring two large operating rooms equipped with advanced surgical technology. The facility maintains a high staff-to-patient ratio and focuses on patient comfort and communication before, during, and after procedures.
Meet Our Joint Replacement Specialists in Duluth, MN
Samuel P. Harms, MD
Meet the Doctor: Samuel P. Harms, MD
Patrick G. Hall, MD
Meet the Doctor: Patrick G. Hall, MD
Joshua J. Rother, MD
Meet the Doctor: Joshua J. Rother, MD
Michael C. Momont, MD
Meet the Doctor: Michael C. Momont, MD
Glen H. Rudolph, MD
Meet the Doctor: Glen H. Rudolph, MD
Heather L. Grothe, MD
Meet the Doctor: Heather L. Grothe, MD
Phillip L. Thomas, M.D.
Meet the Doctor: Phillip L. Thomas, M.D.
Landon D. Brown, MD
Meet the Doctor: Landon D. Brown, MD
Schedule a Joint Replacement Consultation in Duluth, MN
Our joint replacement surgeons see patients at our Duluth clinic and at locations across Northern Minnesota. On-site MRI and X-ray imaging are available at our main Duluth office for same-visit diagnostic support.