If you suffer from bone or joint issues, come to Benton Franklin Orthopedica Associates for comprehensive care from our skilled and experienced foot and ankle specialists.

What injuries are most likely to cause foot and ankle pain?

• Plantar Fasciitis

• Achilles Tendonitis

• Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome

• Stress Fractures

• Hammer Toe

• Neuroma

• Flat Feet

• Sprains & Fractures

How is foot and ankle pain treated?

• Arch Supports

• Bracing

• Cortisone Injections

• Custom Orthotics

• PRP Injections (Platelet-rich Plasma
       Injections)

• Physical Therapy

• Splints

• Taping

• Ankle Arthroscopy

If conservative treatment options aren’t improving your foot or ankle condition, surgery is also an option.

Surgical Solutions:

• Achilles Tendon Repair

• Ankle replacement

• Fracture repair

• Flatfoot reconstruction

• Ankle fusion

• Ligament reconstruction

• Neuroma removal

• Bunion removal

The team at Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates has particular expertise in foot and ankle injury treatments with an emphasis on conservative care. If you’re suffering from foot or ankle pain, book an appointment today

Call us at 509-586-2828 to schedule an appointment.

If you sustain an injury to your knee, it’s important to visit Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates to get an accurate diagnosis as there are many possible causes, most of which require expert treatment to heal properly.

What injuries are most likely to cause knee pain?

• Fractures of the tibia, fibula, or patella

• Dislocation of the joint

• Strained tendons

• Sprained ligaments

• ACL tear

• MCL tear

• Meniscus tear

• Patellar tendonitis (runner’s knee)

• Articular cartilage injuries

How is knee pain treated?

Once your physician at Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates makes a diagnosis, there are several treatments we may recommend depending on the cause of your knee pain. Potential treatments include:

• Supporting the knee with a brace

• Physical therapy

• Cortisone injections

• Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) therapy

• Stem cell therapy

If conservative treatment options aren’t improving your knee condition, surgery is also an option. The team at Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates has particular expertise in performing arthroscopic surgery and highly specialized minimally invasive knee replacement.

If you’re suffering from knee pain, book an appointment today.

If you sustain an injury to your hip, it’s important to visit Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates to get an accurate diagnosis as there are many possible causes, most of which require expert treatment to heal properly.

What injuries are most likely to cause hip pain?

• Arthritis

• Femoral Acetabular Impingement (FAI and Cam Lesions)

• Hamstring tears

• Labral tears

• Trochanteric Bursitis

How is hip pain treated?

• Hip arthroscopy

• Partial hip replacement

• Therapeutic injections

If conservative treatment options aren’t improving your knee condition, surgery is also an option. The team at Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates has particular expertise in performing highly specialized, minimally invasive hip replacement. If you’re suffering from hip pain, book an appointment today.

For someone suffering from a medical condition or injury of the hand and/or wrist, choosing Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates makes sense. Because so many factors can lead to wrist pain, a precise diagnosis is crucial. Our team is here to diagnose and correct your injury to relieve your pain and improve your quality of life with an emphasis on conservative treatment.

What injuries are most likely to cause hand and wrist pain?

• Arthritis of the hand, wrist, or thumb

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

• Cartilage tears

• Dupuytren’s Contracture

• Finger joint injuries

• Gamekeepers Thumb

• Hand or wrist fractures

• Tendinitis or tendon injury

• Trigger Finger

• Rheumatoid Arthritis

Hand & Wrist Treatment Options:

• Arthroscopic Surgery

• Cyst Removal

• Endoscopic Carpal Tunnel Release (ECTR)

• Corticosteroid injection 

• Joint replacement & fusion

• Splint or cast 

• Steroid or non-steroid anti-inflammatory medication

• Thumb joint reconstruction

• Trigger Finger release

The team at Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates has particular expertise in hand and wrist injuries with an emphasis on conservative care. 

If you’re suffering from hand and wrist pain, book an appointment today by calling us at 509-586-2828.

Problems with your elbow can cause considerable pain, limited activity, and reduced mobility that prevents you from handling daily tasks and enjoying the things you love. Whether you are looking for an expert diagnosis, surgery, or rehabilitation to move forward in addressing the underlying cause, at Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates we specialize in treating a range of elbow injuries and conditions that cause elbow pain.

What injuries are most likely to cause elbow pain?

• Biceps tendon tear or rupture

• Disclocation

• Bursitis

• Ulnar nerve entrapment

• Tennis elbow

• Sprain

• Golfer’s elbow

• Fractures

Elbow Treatment Options:

• Arthroscopic surgery

• Ligament reconstruction

• Tendon and ligament repair

The team at Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates has particular expertise in elbow injuries with an emphasis on conservative care. If you’re suffering from elbow pain, book an appointment today by calling us at 509-586-2828.

If you sustain an injury to your shoulder, it’s important to visit Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates to get an accurate diagnosis as there are many possible causes, most of which require expert treatment to heal properly. 

What injuries are most likely to cause shoulder pain?

• Shoulder Impingement

• Rotator Cuff Injuries

• Bursitis

• Tendonitis

• Arthritis

• Dislocated Shoulder

• Frozen Shoulder

• Labrum Tears

Shoulder Treatment Options

• Shoulder Injections

• Rotator Cuff Repair

• Shoulder Stabilization

• Reverse Shoulder Replacement

• AC Joint Reconstruction

• Shoulder Joint Replacement

The team at Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates has particular expertise in shoulder injuries with an emphasis on conservative care. If you’re suffering from shoulder pain, book an appointment today by calling us at 509-586-2828.

At Benton-Franklin Orthopedic Associates, we have some of the best, highly trained physical and occupational therapists in the Columbia Valley, along with state-of-the-art rehab facilities and equipment. Your therapist will evaluate your injury by asking questions to better understand your current condition. We will prepare you to start light strengthening exercises or stretching to enhance your range of motion. Depending upon your unique needs, you may receive a home exercise program and prescription medications to be taken as directed by your physician.

Your treatment plan may include are:

• Therapeutic exercise

Improves muscle imbalances and impairments through movement re-education, flexibility, strengthening, and cardiovascular exercise.

• Manual therapy

Includes soft tissue mobilization, strain-counterstrain techniques, muscle energy techniques, traction, and joint and spine mobilization.

• Modalities

Machines and equipment used to maximize the effects of physical therapy treatments include electrical stimulation, ultrasound, iontophoresis, and paraffin.

• Education

Patients, family members, and caregivers are educated about the patient’s condition and treatment plan, as well as a home exercise program.

• Functional training

Exercise and movement retraining focused on returning to normal function at home, in the community, at work, and in sports. Examples include education in proper body mechanics and gait training.

Call us at 509-586-2828.

What is Interventional Pain Management?

Interventional pain management encompasses a wide-ranging approach to treating patients who suffer from chronic or acute pain and relieving and reducing their discomfort. The treatments are often made up of minimally-invasive treatments. It is a good choice for those who have already tried many other treatments that have not yielded success.

For those who do have chronic or acute pain, finding the source of it can be a frustrating process and involve meeting with many different specialists. While it is important for medical professionals to be able to pinpoint the causality of the pain, the patient over time is more concerned with living a functional life. Interventional pain management can address these symptoms and provide much relief without the need to heavily rely on medication.

What Conditions can be Treated?

This specialty offers treatments for headaches, nerve pain, cancer pain, and joint pain. Common procedures might include various types of injections (epidural injections, joint injections, steroid injections, trigger point injections) as well as various types of therapies (including regenerative therapy, post-herpetic neuralgia therapy, complex regional pain syndrome therapy) and rehabilitation.

Our team of medical professionals will work with you and your primary doctor on devising a plan that makes sense for your unique circumstances. The goal is to alleviate your discomfort and get you back to your normal life as quickly as possible.

To learn more about our interventional pain management services, schedule an appointment with us today.

Chronic pain can be a debilitating condition that affects every aspect of a person's life. At Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates, we are committed to providing comprehensive interventional pain management solutions to help our patients find relief and improve their quality of life.

At Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates, we take a multidisciplinary approach to pain management. This means we combine various treatment modalities to create a personalized plan for each patient. Our goal is to reduce pain, restore function, and enhance the overall quality of life.

Led by Dr. Stephen Dechter, our team offers cutting-edge treatments and compassionate care to address a wide range of pain condition.

Dr. Dechter's special interests include:

Interventional Spine and Musculoskeletal Procedures: Utilizing advanced techniques to diagnose and treat spine and musculoskeletal pain.

Sports Medicine: Providing specialized care for sports-related injuries and conditions.

Regenerative Medicine: Employing cutting-edge regenerative techniques to promote healing and recovery.

Neuromodulation: Using innovative approaches to modulate nerve activity and alleviate pain.

Spinal Cord Stimulation: Implementing spinal cord stimulation to manage chronic pain effectively.

Please call and schedule an appointment at 509-586-2828

At Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive care that enhances and restores functional ability and quality of life for individuals with physical impairments or disabilities. Our team of specialists is committed to helping patients achieve their highest level of independence and well-being.

What is Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation?

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R), also known as physiatry or rehabilitation medicine, is a medical specialty focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions that affect the brain, spinal cord, nerves, bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and tendons.  Physiatrists, the physicians who specialize in PM&R, design comprehensive, patient-centered treatment plans to maximize function and improve quality of life.

The Role of Physiatrists

Physiatrists are experts in creating individualized treatment plans that address the unique needs of each patient. They utilize a combination of cutting-edge and time-tested treatments to help patients recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and improve their overall physical function.  These specialists work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other healthcare professionals, to provide holistic care.

Common Conditions Treated

PM&R encompasses a wide range of conditions, including:

Stroke Recovery: Helping patients regain mobility and function after a stroke.

Traumatic Brain Injury: Managing the complex needs of patients with brain injuries.

Spinal Cord Dysfunction: Addressing issues related to spinal cord injuries and diseases.

Neurological Disorders: Treating conditions such as multiple sclerosis and Parkinson's disease.

Musculoskeletal Pain: Managing pain and dysfunction in muscles, bones, and joints.

Treatment Approaches

The treatment approaches in PM&R are diverse and tailored to each patient's specific condition and goals.  PM&R providers are specifically trained in musculoskeletal pain.

They may include:

Physical Therapy: Exercises and techniques to improve strength, flexibility, and mobility.

Occupational Therapy: Strategies to enhance daily living skills and independence.

Pain Management: Techniques to alleviate pain and improve comfort.

Assistive Devices: Tools and equipment to support mobility and function.

Medication Management: Prescribing and monitoring medications to manage symptoms.

To schedule with Benton Franklin Orthopedic Associates, please call us at 509-586-2828.