Musculoskeletal Institute (MSKI)

MUSC Health’s Musculoskeletal Institute (MSKI) brings together a group of health care experts who treat all conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. Our goal is to provide the best care to our patients in one visit to a single location. Our experts include orthopedic surgeons, sports medicine doctors, rheumatologists, hand surgeons, physiatrists, endocrinologists, radiologists, anesthesiologists, physical and occupational therapists, athletic trainers, sports psychologists, nurse practitioners, physicians' assistants, nurses, and other dedicated staff focused on musculoskeletal conditions.

Patient Stories & News

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Big Plans

Question & Answer with the new leader of MUSC's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Division, Ameet Nagpal, M.D.

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Total Wrist Replacement

Advanced implant design enhances total wrist replacement, offering relief from debilitating joint pain.

Carpal Tunnel

Thesselon W. Monderson M.D., of MUSC Health Marion Medical Center explains carpal tunnel: causes, symptoms, risk factors & how it’s treated.

Musculoskeletal Services

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Bone Health Program

The MUSC Bone Health Program is South Carolina’s largest center for osteoporosis & long-term bone health management.

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Women's Bone Health

MUSC Health offers a team made up of endocrinologists, rheumatologists & orthopaedic trauma physicians, to help you along your bone health journey.

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Foot & Ankle Program

We deliver world-class foot, ankle and podiatry care for arthritis, sports injuries, diabetes and foot deformities.

Hand & Wrist Program

Our approach to hand & wrist surgery means you receive coordinated care from surgeons who specialize in treating the most complex problems.

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Hip & Knee Replacement

Highly trained specialists treat issues related orthopaedics and arthritis live more active lives with less discomfort.

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Orthopaedics

MUSC Health's orthopaedic team of highly specialized physicians is dedicated to providing you with personalized and expedient care.

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Orthopaedic Oncology

Our comprehensive Sarcoma Program is the only one of its kind in South Carolina. Our experts specialize in diagnosing and treating sarcoma.

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Orthopaedic Trauma

We provide state-of-the-art care for acute injuries or those suffering from complications of previous injuries such as infections, nonunions, or malunions.

Pediatric Orthopaedics

MUSC Children's Health provides care for all orthopaedic conditions in children & teenagers. Our surgeons are dedicated to addressing their needs as they grow.

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Physical Medicine & Rehab

Our PM&R and anesthesia services provide the latest evidence-based pain relief treatments for chronic and non-chronic pain.

Rheumatology

The Division of Rheumatology & Immunology has a long tradition of providing outstanding care to patients of all ages who suffer from rheumatic diseases.

Shoulder & Elbow Services

At MUSC Health, our orthopaedic Shoulder and Elbow specialists manage all types of problems.

Spine Center

Back pain can change your life. But we can help – whether your pain is the result of an injury, a disease, or a cause yet to be identified.

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Sports Medicine

State-of-the-art injury prevention, treatment, surgery, and rehabilitation for athletes of all skill levels, as well as team consultation and education.

Women in Sports

MUSC Health Sports Medicine understands the unique aspects of female physiology.

Find A Doctor/Provider

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