How Brooks-TLC Hospital, LEMS Orthopedics, and Pain Management Help Patients Stay Active
Arthritis and joint pain can make everyday activities more difficult, from walking and climbing stairs to completing simple daily tasks. While joint discomfort is common, especially as we age, there are treatment options available that can help reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore quality of life.
At Brooks-TLC Hospital and Lake Erie Medical Services (LEMS), patients have access to a collaborative team that includes Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Care, and Pain Management services, all working together to provide personalized care close to home.
Understanding Arthritis and Joint Pain
Arthritis causes inflammation and stiffness in the joints and can impact many areas of the body, including the knees, hips, shoulders, hands, neck, and back. Common symptoms include:
- Joint pain or tenderness
- Swelling
- Stiffness and reduced flexibility
- Difficulty walking or completing daily activities
- Weakness or decreased mobility
Over time, untreated joint pain can lead to reduced activity levels and worsening discomfort.
How Physical Therapy Can Help
Physical therapy is one of the most effective ways to manage arthritis and joint pain without surgery. At Brooks-TLC Hospital, our Physical Therapy department helps patients improve strength, mobility, flexibility, and overall function through individualized treatment plans.
Our experienced team works one-on-one with patients to:
- Improve range of motion
- Strengthen muscles that support the joints
- Reduce stiffness and discomfort
- Improve balance and stability
- Support recovery after injury or surgery
Treatment plans are designed around each patient’s symptoms, goals, and activity level.
The Benefits of Staying Active
Movement plays an important role in managing arthritis and chronic joint pain. Guided exercise can help improve circulation, reduce stiffness, strengthen muscles, and support long-term joint health.
Brooks-TLC Hospital’s Physical Therapy team helps patients safely stay active while building healthy movement habits that support everyday life and long-term mobility.
Comprehensive Orthopedic Care Close to Home
Brooks-TLC Hospital is a leader in providing comprehensive orthopedic medical and surgical expertise in Chautauqua County. Through Lake Erie Medical Services, patients have access to a wide range of orthopedic services right here in the community.
Patients can receive care at our Lake Erie Medical Services locations in Dunkirk at 419 Central Avenue, Fredonia at 268 W. Main Street, Suite 3, and Jamestown at 107 Institute Street.
The Orthopedic Care team specializes in musculoskeletal conditions including:
- Arthritis and joint disease
- Spine conditions
- Back and neck pain
- Hand and wrist conditions
- Foot and ankle problems
- Shoulder pain
- Sports injuries and fractures
Our team includes dedicated physicians, nurses, radiology and imaging staff, physical therapists, pharmacists, and support staff who guide patients through every step of care.
Advanced Orthopedic Treatments
Brooks-TLC Hospital and LEMS offer advanced treatment options not commonly available in many rural communities. This includes specialized spine care, minimally invasive hip procedures, and hand surgeries through specialty-trained orthopedic surgeons Ryan Shephard, DO, and Sunil Kukreja, MD.
Treatment options include:
- Anterior hip replacement
- Endoscopic spine surgery
- Arthroscopic ligament repair
- Hand surgery
- Total knee replacement
- Pediatric and adult spine surgery
- Fracture care and trauma treatment
Pain Management Services with Dr. Rostomian
For patients experiencing chronic or more severe pain, Dr. Rostomian leads the Pain Management practice at Lake Erie Medical Services.
Dr. Rostomian specializes in minimally invasive, x-ray-guided interventional procedures, medication management, and personalized exercise plans for the treatment of:
- Acute and chronic neck pain
- Back pain
- Sciatic nerve pain
- Joint pain
- Nerve-related pain
- Widespread pain
- Headaches
These services help patients manage pain while improving comfort, mobility, and quality of life.
Personalized Care for Every Patient
At Brooks-TLC Hospital and LEMS, our teams work together to provide coordinated, patient-centered care. Whether through physical therapy, orthopedic evaluation, surgery, or pain management, our goal is to help patients move more comfortably, stay active, and continue doing the things they enjoy.
When to Seek Help
If arthritis or joint pain is limiting your daily activities or affecting your quality of life, it may be time to seek treatment.
Brooks-TLC Hospital and Lake Erie Medical Services are proud to provide compassionate orthopedic, physical therapy, and pain management services close to home for our community.
Learn more about:
- Physical Therapy Services: https://brookshospital.org/physical-therapy-rehabilitation/
- Orthopedic Care: https://brookshospital.org/orthopedic-services/
- Pain Management Services: https://brookshospital.org/pain-management/
