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Advancing orthopaedics and sports medicine for SC and beyond.

Our team of highly specialized physicians are nationally recognized as innovative leaders in their respective fields, and are committed to finding the most efficient and effective way to diagnose, treat, and rehabilitate you.

At MUSC Health’s Musculoskeletal Institute (MSKI), we bring together a group of health care experts who treat all conditions of the bones, joints, and muscles. Our goal is to provide you with the best care possible in one visit to a single location. Our experts include orthopaedic 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.

Explore patient stories and news.

Big Plans

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

New leader focuses on building physical medicine rehab expertise at MUSC

Total Wrist Replacements

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

Total Wrist Replacement

Carpal Tunnel

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

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Triceps Tendon Injury

Learn more about how MUSC Health Orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Eichinger helped his patient Ryan return to the gym after he tore his triceps tendon for the 2nd time.

Shoulder Replacement

MUSC Health’s surgeon Dr. Eichinger provides relief and treatment for his patient through double shoulder replacement surgery.

Hip Preservation

Lily had been dancing for more than a decade, but due to debilitating pain from hip dysplasia, she didn't know if she would ever be able to dance again.

Our orthopaedic and musculoskeletal services.

Bone Health Program

South Carolina’s largest center for osteoporosis and long-term bone health management, offering bone scans, evaluations, and a multidisciplinary care team.

Bone Health, Women’s

A specialized team including endocrinologists, rheumatologists, and trauma experts dedicated to women’s unique bone health needs.

Foot & Ankle Program

Expert treatment for arthritis, sports injuries, diabetes-related foot care, and total ankle replacement.

Hand & Wrist Program

Skilled surgical and non-surgical care for complex hand, wrist, nerve injury, and carpal tunnel conditions.

Hip & Knee Replacement & Arthritis

Advanced treatments—from conservative care to robotics-assisted joint replacement—to relieve pain and restore mobility.

Rheumatology

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

Orthopaedic Oncology

Comprehensive sarcoma and musculoskeletal tumor diagnosis and treatment, the only program of its kind in SC.

Orthopaedic Trauma

Level-One trauma care for acute injuries, fractures, infections, and complex complications like nonunions and malunions.

Orthopaedic Urgent Care

Timely care for non-life-threatening injuries and fractures, helping patients get rapid orthopaedic treatment without hospital wait.

Pediatric Orthopaedics

Specialized bone and joint care for children and teens, addressing both surgical and non-surgical needs.

Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation (PM&R

Holistic, evidence-based pain and function restoration—including interventional procedures and therapy for acute and chronic issues.

Shoulder & Elbow Services

Expert reconstruction, replacement, and arthroscopy care for patients of all ages with shoulder and elbow conditions.

Spine Center

Multidisciplinary care for back and neck pain, disc disease, spinal trauma, and surgical and non-surgical restoration.

Sports Medicine

Comprehensive injury prevention, assessment, treatment, surgery, rehab, nutrition, and training for athletes of all levels.

Women in Sports

Sports medicine tailored to female athletes, providing gender-specific injury prevention, care, and rehabilitation.

Find orthopaedic care near you.

Explore our extensive resources and convenient locations throughout the state of South Carolina.

MUSC Health Orthopaedics - Columbia

Address

222 E. Medical Lane
Suite 40
West Columbia, SC 29169

Specialties

Orthopaedics

Contact

(843) 876-0111 Schedule an Appointment

MUSC Health Orthopaedics - Orangeburg

Address

3000 Saint Matthews Road
Hospital Annex
Orangeburg, SC 29118

Hours

Monday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday8 a.m. to 12 p.m.
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Specialties

Orthopaedics
Orthopaedics - Foot & Ankle

Orthopaedics - Joint Replacement
Orthopaedics - Shoulder & Elbow
Orthopaedics - Sports Medicine
Pediatric Orthopaedics

Contact

(803) 395-3837 Schedule an Appointment

MUSC Health Spine Center at Nexton Medical Park

Address

5000 Front St
Summerville, SC 29483

Hours

Monday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Tuesday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Wednesday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Thursday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Friday8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Specialties

Orthopaedics
Spine Surgery

Contact

(843) 792-2300 Schedule an Appointment

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Leaders in orthopaedic care.

MUSC Health Orthopaedics fields a team of nationally renown surgeons who provide specialized care across the entire spectrum of orthopaedic injuries, ranging from basic fractures through complex spinal tumor treatments – and everything in between.

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