In a literature review and survey of family physicians, 14-28% of North American patients presenting to a family physician have a “chief symptom directly related to the musculoskeletal system”. In a UK based study, patients with a musculoskeletal problem referred by their family physician to an orthopedic surgeon waited on average 6 months and were treated surgically in 20% of cases.
In these times of long waiting lists and shortages of specialists, patients with musculoskeletal conditions can be seen quickly by a specialist like Dr Johnston. Dr Johnston is able to treat musculoskeletal conditions in patients of all ages including children; adults; workers; and older individuals with aches and pains; athletes and non-athletes. He is able:
1. to make an accurate diagnosis using further investigations, including MRI, as needed,
2. to review all the treatment options with a patient including the need for surgical referral and to coordinate their comprehensive treatment plan, and
3. to provide close follow-up on the outcome of a patient’s selected treatment options and review all investigations.
His close follow-up of patients will contribute to their speedy recovery. Patients are referred by their family physician and a consult letter following the initial visit will be sent to the referring physician. The referring physician will also receive a copy of all test results from the radiology and laboratory departments.
Located in the same space as Arthritis and Injury Care and Citadel Physiotherapy, patients have a “one stop” option for management of all their musculoskeletal conditions (using physiotherapy, bracing, orthotics, massage therapy, oral or injectable medications).
Referrals from a family physician can be faxed to 442-5625. If there are any questions regarding our service, please call 442-5199 or email contact@arthritisandinjurycare.com the clinic. We welcome your comments and feedback as we strive to provide high quality care for patients.
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Sports medicine, muscle and joint injury, rehabilitation, specialist, injections, orthopedic bracing, physiotherapy, massage therapy, custom and off the shelf BREG bracing, certified pedorthist, custom orthotics, ligament injuries/sprains of the knee and ankle as well as low back, shoulder, wrist and elbow
rehabilitation services including physiotherapy, massage therapy, kinesiology, and InterX therapy, acute and chronic pain treatment, WCB and MVA related conditions (whiplash), orthopedic sport injuries and strains
