Orthopedic Care Nashua, NH

St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedics

If joint pain or mobility issues are keeping you from doing the things you love, the orthopedic team at St. Joseph Hospital is here to help. We deliver personalized, state-of-the-art treatment right here in Southern New Hampshire. Here are just a few of the conditions we commonly treat:

✅ Arthritis and joint degeneration
✅ Sports injuries and overuse conditions
✅ Rotator cuff and labral tears
✅ Herniated discs and spinal stenosis
✅ Foot and ankle disorders

Comprehensive Orthopedic Care in Nashua, NH

At St. Joseph Hospital, we provide exceptional orthopedic care for patients of all ages, with a focus on improving mobility, relieving pain, and restoring quality of life. Whether you need treatment for a joint replacement, sports injury, or spinal condition, our team of experienced orthopedic specialists is here to provide personalized care.

Why Patients Choose Our Orthopedic Specialists?

  • Experienced Surgeons: Our board-certified and fellowship trained orthopedic surgeons are leaders in their field, offering the latest advancements in joint replacement and orthopedic surgery.

  • Patient-Centered Care: We prioritize your health and comfort, offering a coordinated, compassionate and comprehensive approach to your treatment and recovery.

  • State-of-the-Art Facilities: With cutting-edge technology like Mako SmartRobotics for hip and knee replacement and minimally invasive techniques, we ensure you receive the most effective treatments available.

  • Comprehensive Rehabilitation: We support your recovery with personalized physical therapy and rehabilitation services.

  • Convenient Locations in both Nashua NH & Milford NH

Our Orthopedic Services

We offer a wide range of services to treat orthopedic conditions, including:

  • Joint Replacement Surgery
    We specialize in total joint replacements, including hip, knee, and shoulder surgeries. Our surgeons use advanced robotic techniques like the Mako robot to ensure greater precision and faster recovery times.

  • Shoulder Replacement Surgery
    For those suffering from chronic shoulder pain due to arthritis or injury, we offer shoulder replacement surgery. This procedure helps reduce pain and improve range of motion, allowing you to return to everyday activities with ease.

  • Sports Medicine
    From sprains and fractures to ligament tears and tendonitis, our sports medicine experts treat a wide range of sports-related injuries. We work with athletes of all levels to get them back to peak performance.

  • Spine and Back Care
    Whether you suffer from a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, or chronic back pain, our spine specialists provide both surgical and non-surgical treatments to help alleviate pain and improve function.

  • Foot and Ankle Care
    Our team treats a variety of conditions affecting the foot and ankle, including arthritis, fractures, and tendon injuries

Advanced Orthopedic Technology for Better Results

Our orthopedic specialists use cutting-edge technologies to enhance the accuracy of your diagnosis and treatment plan, including:

  • Robotic-Assisted Surgery: Robotic systems like the Mako Robot help our surgeons perform joint replacement surgeries with unparalleled precision, ensuring optimal outcomes and faster recovery.

  • Minimally Invasive Techniques: We offer minimally invasive procedures that reduce scarring, minimize recovery times, and decrease the risk of complications.

  • Diagnostic Imaging: Our advanced imaging technologies, such as MRI, CT scans, and X-rays, allow our doctors to accurately assess your condition and design the most effective treatment plan.

Hip Replacement Surgery

Hip replacement surgery is a highly effective option for patients who suffer from chronic hip pain, often due to arthritis or joint degeneration. If conservative treatments like physical therapy or medications aren’t providing relief, hip replacement surgery can restore function and significantly reduce pain.

What is Hip Replacement Surgery?

Hip replacement surgery involves removing the damaged parts of the hip joint and replacing them with an artificial joint. Our orthopedic specialists will use either a traditional or minimally invasive approach, depending on your specific needs and condition.

Who Needs Hip Replacement Surgery?

You may need hip replacement surgery if you experience:

  • Persistent pain in your hip that doesn’t improve with medication or therapy

  • Limited range of motion or difficulty walking or standing for long periods

  • Hip stiffness and difficulty bending or rotating your leg

What to Expect from Hip Replacement Surgery

  • Pre-Surgery: We’ll help you prepare for surgery with a comprehensive assessment and answer any questions you have.

  • Surgical Procedure: Our skilled surgeons will perform the procedure using advanced techniques to ensure optimal results.

  • Post-Surgery Care: You’ll undergo physical therapy to regain strength and mobility in your hip, allowing you to return to your daily activities.

Knee Replacement Surgery

Knee replacement surgery is an excellent solution for individuals suffering from knee pain due to arthritis, injury, or joint damage. Our orthopedic surgeons use advanced techniques to replace the damaged parts of your knee joint and help restore movement and function.

What is Knee Replacement Surgery?

Knee replacement surgery involves removing the damaged cartilage and bone from the knee joint and replacing it with artificial components. This procedure can be performed using traditional methods or minimally invasive techniques, depending on the severity of the condition.

Who Needs Knee Replacement Surgery?

You may be a candidate for knee replacement surgery if you experience:

  • Chronic knee pain that limits your ability to perform daily tasks

  • Joint stiffness or difficulty walking, bending, or climbing stairs

  • Decreased mobility or weakness in your knee joint

What to Expect from Knee Replacement Surgery

  • Pre-Surgery: Your surgeon will assess your knee and discuss the best approach for your surgery, ensuring you’re well-prepared.

  • Surgical Procedure: The surgery will involve replacing the damaged knee joint with an artificial one, using minimally invasive techniques where possible to speed recovery.

  • Post-Surgery Care: Rehabilitation and physical therapy will help you regain strength and flexibility in your knee, helping you return to an active lifestyle.

Shoulder Replacement Surgery

Shoulder replacement surgery is a highly effective solution for patients suffering from chronic shoulder pain due to arthritis or injury. At St. Joseph Hospital, we use the latest techniques to replace damaged shoulder joints and improve your ability to move without pain.

What is Shoulder Replacement Surgery?

Shoulder replacement surgery involves replacing the damaged parts of your shoulder joint with artificial components. The procedure may involve replacing only the ball of the joint (hemiarthroplasty) or the ball and socket (total shoulder replacement).

Who Needs Shoulder Replacement Surgery?

You may be a candidate for shoulder replacement surgery if you experience:

  • Persistent shoulder pain that interferes with daily activities

  • Limited range of motion or weakness in your shoulder

  • Joint stiffness or difficulty moving your arm

What to Expect from Shoulder Replacement Surgery

  • Pre-Surgery: We’ll work with you to develop a treatment plan and answer any questions you may have.

  • Surgical Procedure: Our expert surgeons will perform the procedure using state-of-the-art techniques to minimize discomfort and promote a faster recovery.

  • Post-Surgery Care: Physical therapy and rehabilitation will help you regain strength and mobility in your shoulder, allowing you to return to your regular activities.

What is an Orthopedic Hospitalist?

Orthopedic Hospitalists are surgeons who specialize in handling emergency orthopedic cases in the hospital. By taking over these emergency duties, they allow other orthopedic surgeons to concentrate on their outpatient practices and perform more scheduled surgeries. This setup not only improves patient access to high-quality care but also helps expand the hospital’s orthopedic services. The St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedic Hospitalist Program provides care 24/7, 365 days a year.


What Do Orthopedic Hospitalists Do?

At St. Joseph Hospital, our orthopedic hospitalists handle many types of urgent bone and joint problems, such as:

  • Hip fractures in older adults
  • Ankle fractures
  • Wrist fractures from falls
  • Forearm fractures in kids from sports or playground accidents

Sometimes, these doctors also help with more serious injuries, working with the trauma team to care for patients with multiple injuries.


What Are Some Benefits of an Orthopedic Hospitalist Program?

Our orthopedic hospitalist program helps both the hospital and our patients by providing constant care for bone and joint emergencies. This program:

  • Reduces the time patients spend in the hospital
  • Improves patient satisfaction by offering quick, specialized care
  • Supports hospital staff in improving care quality
  • Helps keep operating rooms running smoothly
  • Provides better attention and care to patients during and after their hospital stay
  • Helps ensure fewer repeat visits to the emergency room

Meet Our Team

Our teams in Orthopedics, Podiatry, and Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, are looking forward to caring for you – with their top priority to being to get you moving freely and living a pain free life.

Lindsay Campbell, APRN

St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedics

R. Damani Howell, MD

St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedics

Stephen King, MD

St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedics

Erin Ralls, PA-C

St. Joseph Hospital Orthopedics

603-882-3000