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919-613-7797When joint pain and discomfort stop you from doing what you love, it’s time to see an orthopaedic specialist. Your pain may result from a sprain, strain, or ligament tear that needs immediate attention; the wear and tear associated with arthritis; or a related medical condition. Duke orthopaedic specialists use the full range of treatments to return you to the activities you enjoy.
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Get fast service with no long waits and no unnecessary exposure to illness. Duke orthopaedic urgent care clinics are open for in-person visits seven days a week. Walk-ins are welcome. Virtual appointments are available Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Schedule an appointment.
Duke orthopaedic specialists work together to identify the source of your pain and recommend treatment options that will help you find relief and improve your range of motion. Your team may include the following orthopaedic specialists.
They are often the first medical professional you will see and will direct you to the most appropriate provider for your care. They are specially trained in joint and bone pain and injuries and work closely with orthopaedic surgeons. They perform exams, interpret your results, prescribe medication, and assist in orthopaedic surgery.
Physiatrists are physical medicine and rehabilitation doctors who specialize in nonsurgical care for conditions that affect your nerves, bones, and muscles. Duke physiatrists have completed additional training in treating sports or spine conditions, depending on their specialty.
They use manual adjustment and/or manipulation to improve joint mobility in a certain area -- the spine, neck, middle back, lower back, or pelvis. The goal is to reduce muscle tightness or the irritation of nerves that travel down the arm or leg, which can cause numbness or tingling, pain, or even changes in strength.
Duke osteopathic doctors provide a full range of orthopaedic services, from prescribing medicine to performing surgery. They help you prevent and recover from an injury by focusing on a healthy lifestyle.
They perform general orthopaedic surgery and often specialize in a particular joint, such as the hip, knee, shoulder, ankle, and wrist. Our orthopaedic surgeons may undergo additional training in joint replacement surgery, spine surgery, oncology, trauma, pediatrics, or sports medicine.
They provide you with exercises that help you live with your condition, prepare for surgery, or rehabilitate after a procedure.
Trained to care for sports-related injuries, they specialize in the treatment of every level of athlete. They include primary care doctors, physiatrists, physical therapists, and orthopaedic surgeons. They help you recover from or prevent an injury and can work with you to improve your sports performance.
Our orthopaedic clinics are conveniently located throughout the Triangle. In-person and virtual appointments are available.
Our expertise and high volume allow us to manage routine and complex care effectively.
View test results, make appointments, request prescription refills, and message your doctor from any web-enabled device by using our secure online portal, My Duke Health. Our technology also allows anyone on your care team to securely access your health information, making sure you always get the care that's right for you and based on the latest evidence.
Where you receive your care matters. Duke University Hospital is proud of our team and the exceptional care they provide. They are why our orthopaedics program is nationally ranked and the highest-ranked program in North Carolina, according to U.S. News & World Report for 2025–2026.
