Orthopedics: Baton Rouge

At Ochsner Baton Rouge, our orthopedics team works with sports medicine providers, athletic trainers, physical therapists, advanced practice providers, nurses and primary care sports medicine physicians to offer the advanced medicine needed to treat complex conditions. Specialized programs we offer include:

• Total shoulder replacement
• Back and spine pain
• Concussion management
• Foot and ankle pain and injuries
• Hand, elbow and shoulder pain and injuries
• Hip pain and replacement
• Knee pain and replacement
• Pediatric orthopedics
• Orthopedics Walk-In Clinic

Ochsner also offers outpatient joint replacement surgery. Additionally, Ochsner Imaging Center is the only center in the region that offers low-radiation EOS X-ray technology. It provides high-quality full-body 2D and 3D images with a lower radiation dose than traditional X-rays, making it beneficial for patients who require frequent monitoring.

Ochsner Baton Rouge has partnered with Elite Training Academy to create a destination for comprehensive sports performance and care in Baton Rouge. The Ochsner Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute at Elite Training Complex – Burbank combines the latest advancements in training, sports medicine, injury treatment and prevention, sports wellness and mental training.

The facility includes a 60-yard indoor field, and two full-sized outdoor turf sports fields. Ochsner's Orthopedics Walk-In Clinic is located inside the Elite Training Complex.

Ochsner's Orthopedics Walk-In Clinic is located inside the Ochsner Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Institute at Elite Training Complex – Burbank in Baton Rouge for immediate orthopedic care needs. It is open for sprains, strains, minor dislocations, sports injuries, including ACL tears, and sudden or ongoing non spine-related musculoskeletal pain.

Ortho urgent care is the right choice when you need same-day treatment for bone, joint or muscle injuries that can’t wait for a regular appointment. If you have a sprain, strain, minor fracture, sports injury or sudden joint pain, visiting ortho urgent care helps you get relief quickly and avoid a trip to the emergency room.

An orthopedic emergency is a serious injury that requires immediate attention. Examples include open fractures, severe bone breaks with visible deformity, loss of blood flow to a limb, or injuries causing sudden inability to move. In these cases, call 911 or go directly to the nearest emergency department.

Sprains and strains are among the most common orthopedic injuries, especially in the ankle, knee and wrist. These injuries often happen during sports, exercise or daily activities. While many can be treated with rest and supportive care, specialized treatment may be needed to ensure full recovery.

Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent orthopedic condition. This degenerative joint disease affects millions of people, causing stiffness, swelling and pain, particularly in the hips, knees and hands. Early diagnosis and treatment can help preserve mobility and improve quality of life.

The four A’s of orthopedics highlight the focus of patient care: alignment, articulation, ambulation and activity. Orthopedic specialists work to restore proper bone and joint alignment, maintain healthy joint articulation, support safe movement and help patients return to the activities they enjoy.