- Osteoporosis
- Headaches
- ArthritisRheumatoid arthritis commonly affects the hand. Rheumatoid arthritis is a long-term chronic inflammatory disease. It causes the joints in the hand to become painful, swollen, and stiff. Rheumatoid arthritis can lead to hand deformity and loss of function. Symptoms are... Read More
- FibromyalgiaFibromyalgia is a chronic condition that causes widespread pain and tender points on muscles. Although the exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown, there appear to be several factors that may contribute to it. In addition to lifestyle changes and physical... Read More
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Pediatric CareAt Missoula Bone & Joint Physical Therapy we offer pediatric services for a broad range of conditions and injuries. Our Physical Therapist aims to restore function in children and help them return to sports and daily activities, as well as assist parents/coaches/caregivers in their rehabilitation endeavors.
- Primary CareGetting a sports physical every year may seem repetitive and an inconvenience of time and money. The truth is, it is set in place to protect our young athletes and keep them safe in the playing arena. It is important that you choose a primary care provider that you trust to give a thorough examination.
- Family PracticeApproximately 90 percent of all sports injuries are nonsurgical in nature. At MBJ, Dr. Rob Amrine offers primary care for athletes. Following his family medicine residency, he completed a sports medicine fellowship, qualifying him to diagnose and treat any type of nonsurgical sports injury, such as ankle sprains, joint injuries, dislocations, minor fractures, overuse injuries, osteoarthritis, and concussions.
- Emergency CareUrgent Care has a dedicated entrance, under the blue awning, just past the main entrance - look for Suite A.
- Constipation
- ElectrocardiogramDuring your pre-registration appointment, you may require lab work, X-rays, and an EKG. The hospital will then send the results to your surgeon's office prior to surgery.
- ImmunizationsDr. Rob Amrine is a primary care sports medicine provider and offers sports physical evaluations at Missoula Bone & Joint to supplement annual preventive care exams done by your primary care physician. He spends time with the athlete, completing a physical evaluation, but he also educates them on the social challenges of being an athlete. Please keep in mind that the sports physical offered by Dr. Amrine should not replace your ‘well child’ visit that assesses other health conditions not related to sports, vaccinations etc.
- Neurology
- Carpal Tunnel SyndromeMany of the hand and wrist patients we see have suffered a work-related injury. Accidents such as lacerations or fractures can cause damage to bones, tendons, nerves, or blood vessels. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a repetitive stress injury that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in your thumb and/or fingers that radiates to your arm.
- Diabetes Care
- UltrasoundUltrasound therapy is used to minimize muscle pain and movement dysfunction. Therapeutic ultrasound uses sound waves to deliver deep heat to the treated tissues. The treatments may help reduce stiffness, swelling, and pain, increase circulation, and promote pain-free movement. Ultrasound... Read More
- MRIDuring a telehealth appointment you can explain to your provider your health concerns and discuss a suitable treatment plan. If x-rays, an MRI or other testing is required to complete your evaluation these can be ordered and a suitable and safe time frame can be discussed for completing these orders. If an injection or another procedure that requires an office visit is needed, then you can discuss and plan accordingly with your provider.
- Radiology• Ban out-of-network charges and balance bills for certain additional services (like anesthesiology or radiology) furnished by out-of-network providers as part of a patient’s visit to an in-network facility.
- X-Rays
- Computed TomographyA variety of tests performed during a physical examination may help reveal the SI joint as the cause of your symptoms. Sometimes, X-rays, CT-scan or MRI may be helpful in the diagnosis of SI joint-related problems. Dr. LaPorte will consider all the information you provide, including any history of injury, location of your pain, and problems standing, sitting, or sleeping.
- ChemotherapyAn injury, illness, chemotherapy, bed rest, inactivity, or disease may change the amount of control that you have over moving your body. Alterations in your health status may result in poor endurance, decreased muscle movement, paralysis, and loss of balance,... Read More
- General SurgeryPatients will be charged a facility fee for surgical services provided by Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center. Anesthesia services, surgeon services, laboratory, durable medical equipment, and other ancillary providers will charge separately and are not part of your facility fee bill. If you have questions about billing please call our Billing department directly at (406) 532-8779
- OrthopedicsHand therapy is a specialty practice in orthopedics that focuses not only on the hand but can include the entire upper extremity. The overall goal of hand therapy is to restore as much return of hand/arm use as possible given the patient’s particular condition.
- SciaticaThe sciatic nerve is the thickest and longest nerve in your body. The sciatic nerve extends from your lower back down to your feet. If the sciatic nerve is compressed or inflamed, a painful condition called Sciatica can result. Symptoms... Read More
- WhiplashWhiplash occurs when the head moves suddenly from severe impact, such as during a car crash. Whiplash can cause neck pain, upper back pain, shoulder pain, tight muscles, and burning or tingling sensations in your neck or upper back. Most... Read More
- ArthroscopyDr. Michael Wright has expertise and experience in hip arthroscopy and performs this procedure at Missoula Bone & Joint Outpatient Surgery Center.
- Wound Care
- Minimally Invasive SurgeryOnce the SI joint is confirmed as the cause of your symptoms, treatment can begin. Some patients respond to physical therapy, use of oral medications, or joint injection therapy. If nonsurgical treatments and joint injections do not provide long term pain relief then you and your surgeon may consider other options, including minimally invasive surgery.
- Ankle SurgeryAt Missoula Bone & Joint (MBJ) in Missoula, Montana, we provide comprehensive and convenient orthopedic services and programs to serve all your orthopedic needs. Our board certified orthopedic surgeons offer specialized care in many areas including sports medicine, joint replacement, hand and microvascular surgery, foot and ankle surgery, spine care, fracture care and general orthopedics. We also have a primary care sports medicine physician that provides nonsurgical orthopedic care for all types of injuries and comprehensive sports physicals.
- Joint ReplacementThank you for choosing Missoula Bone & Joint Surgery Center for your total joint surgery. Joint replacement surgery is truly a life changing experience for most patients. After a relatively short period of time, you'll be able to re-engage in the lifestyle that's so important to you. More importantly, you'll finally feel relief from the chronic pain you've been experiencing. You can take comfort in the fact that joint replacement surgery is one of the greatest success stories in the history of medicine.
- Hand SurgeryMissoula Bone & Joint is fortunate to now have three board-certified, fellowship-trained hand and microvascular surgeons on staff. Wrist injuries, hand disorders, and elbow conditions are common and can cause pain, loss of sensation, loss of movement, and impaired function. Our specialists are passionate about treating these problems so that you can return to work or your favorite activities as quickly as possible. They have all received a Subspecialty Certificate in Surgery of the Hand (formerly known as Certificate of Added Qualification in Hand Surgery) from the American Society of Surgery of the Hand, ASSH.
- Orthopedic SurgeryDr's Andy Puckett and Charlie Sullivan are pleased to welcome Dr. Nicholas Beck to their team. Dr. Beck joins us with over 4 years of experience in practice in Billings, Montana. He is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon, with a subspecialty certificate in orthopedic surgery of the hand. He grew up in Baker, Montana and is so pleased to relocate to Missoula with his wife and colleague, Dr. Lindsey Beck, their two children and two cats.
- BunionsA bunionette is a bump that occurs near the base of the little toe on the foot. They are not as common as bunions, a similar condition that develops near the base of the big toe. However, people with bunionettes... Read More
- NeurosurgeryWww.si-bone.com/results – Dr. Polly is an investigator on a clinical research study sponsored by SI-BONE. He has no financial interest in SI-BONE. Research was funded by SI-BONE, Inc.
- ArthroscopyArthroscopic Surgery is a procedure that allows surgeons to see, diagnose, and treat problems inside a joint. The procedure, also called an Arthroscopy, requires only small incisions and is guided by a miniature viewing instrument or scope. Before arthroscopy existed,... Read More
- Hip ReplacementOsteoarthritis of the hip is by far the most common source of hip pain we see here at MBJ. As you age, the cartilage that lines the hip joint starts to wear away. When this happens, the ball and socket start rubbing together, creating pain and stiffness. Most people eventually need hip replacement surgery to relieve pain and restore mobility. For a listing of our team of total hip replacement surgeons, Click Here.
- Knee ReplacementIf you have arthritis only in one compartment of the knee and the pain is stopping you from doing the activities you enjoy, a partial knee replacement may be an option for you. The partial knee surgery replaces one side of the knee joint and leaves the surrounding ligaments, including the ACL, in tact. Your knee feels more like a natural knee. The implant is custom fit to the patient with sizing and angles, so it fits like a glove, and allows for normal flexion and extension. Read our blog post!
- BotoxBOTOX® is useful for more than smoothing out wrinkles. In fact, it is indicated for treating painful muscle spasms and contractions in the neck (cervical dystonia), tension headaches, migraine headaches, back pain, and myofascial pain. BOTOX injections are used to... Read More
- Cyst
- Sports MedicineThank you for selecting Missoula Bone & Joint in Missoula, Montana for your orthopedic and sports medicine care. To schedule an appointment, please call us at (406) 721-4436 or use our online appointment request form. If you have a question about obtaining your medical records, CALL our medical records department directly at (406)721-4436 ext.5937
- Physical TherapyAt Missoula Bone & Joint, our team of providers and professionals are second to none. From check-in to your office visit, from surgery to physical therapy a nd every point in between, our staff provides excellent care to each and every patient.
- Occupational TherapyApril is national Occupational Therapy month so we are celebrating this important profession by highlighting our very own Kristin Biggins, OTD, OTR/L, CHT. Kristin joined Missoula Bone & Joint in 2020, bringing years of experience as a Certified Hand Therapist, CHT to our therapy team. She received her MS in Occupational Therapy in 1992 at…
- Frozen Shoulder
- Tennis ElbowTennis Elbow is a condition that results in deterioration of the tendon fibers that attach to the bone at the outside of the elbow. Tendons are strong fibers that attach muscles to bone. They are tissues that do not stretch... Read More
- Shoulder Pain
- Flatfoot Correction
- Heel Pain
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Aquatic TherapyOrthopaedic conditions, medical conditions, and neurological disorders may reduce your ability to bear weight on your legs, tolerate the impact exercise on land, or move against the forces of gravity. Aquatic therapy is a rehabilitation option that allows people to... Read More
- Orthotics and Prosthetic Therapy
- Achilles TendonitisIn addition, Dr. Amrine specializes in caring for endurance athletes such as runners, cyclists, and swimmers. He treats common overuse injuries that affect endurance athletes (e.g., shin splints, stress fractures, rotator cuff tendonitis, anterior knee pain, sacroiliac joint dysfunction, iliotibial band friction syndrome, Achilles tendonitis, plantar fasciitis) and helps them correct their technique, improve biomechanics, prevent injuries, and enhance nutrition.
- Ankle Instability
- Ankle SprainNow available at Missoula Bone & Joint are the knee Rollabout scooters complete with basket and bell. Ideal for patients with foot or ankle injuries that require non-weight bearing for a period of time. We also have crutches and walkers available.
- Bunions ProblemsBunions are a common foot deformity, especially in females. They most frequently result from wearing shoes that are too small and or have a high heel. Abnormal pressure from poor fitting shoes causes the bones in the big toe and... Read More
- HammertoesClaw toe most frequently develops in older women. It causes the joint at the base of the toe to bend upward and the other joints on the toe to bend downward in the shape of a claw. Claw toe may... Read More
- Heel SpursHeel spurs are abnormal bony growths that develop at the back of or under the heel. Inflammation around a spur, more so than the spur itself, can cause significant pain. Fortunately, symptoms can be eased with non-surgical treatments for the vast... Read More
- Heel Pain
- Foot Pain
- Plantar FasciitisPlantar fasciitis is a painful foot condition. It occurs when connective tissue at the bottom of the foot, called the plantar fascia, is irritated and inflamed. The condition commonly occurs among people who spend a lot of time on their... Read More
- Podiatric DeformitiesIn addition, your doctor may recommend orthotics, or shoe inserts that are customized to the unique shape of your foot. They can help balance foot deformities and correct mis-alignments to reduce foot pain and make walking more comfortable. Orthotics may also help you avoid surgery.