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A total knee replacement may be necessary when pain and function of your knee is not allowing you to have a great quality of life and other options don’t work.

Cervical myelopathy is most commonly caused by pressure on the spinal cord, however symptoms and treatment options vary by patient.

Shoulder arthritis is common and painful, however there are treatment options to seek relief.

SLAP tears can be caused by acute trauma or by repetitive shoulder motion, however not all tears require surgery.

The most common cause of a proximal humerus fracture is a fall on an outstretched arm. Surgery isn’t always necessary but it does allow for a better return to function.

A rotator cuff tear is a common cause of pain and disability among adults; however, not all rotator cuff tears require surgery and recovery might not take as long as you thought.

Although the symptoms and cause between a strain and a sprain are different, the treatment is usually R.I.C.E. (rest, ice, compression and elevation).

There isn’t a cure for ankle arthritis, but there are non-surgical options for people suffering from the disease. These include orthotics and physical therapy.

Young and active patients often choose surgery to repair an Achilles tendon rupture. However, physical therapy and a walking boot is a non-operative option.

In 2014, Janis joined OrthoIndy. She immediately loved the teamwork and camaraderie at OrthoIndy and believes OrthoIndy surgeons are the best of the best.

It seems like every athlete experiences a sprained ankle or a strained muscle in their career. In fact these minor injuries cause the majority of sports injuries.

Dr. Renn Crichlow is a member of the OrthoIndy trauma team, exclusively located at the Level I Trauma Center at St.Vincent Indianapolis. But beyond orthopedics, he’s accomplished a lot in his life.