Recent research highlighted in Medscape shows that Americans have made little progress in reducing arthritis-related activity and work limitations. The findings reinforce an ongoing challenge in healthcare: musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions remain one of the leading causes of disability, affecting quality of life, mobility, and workforce participation nationwide.
Arthritis and other MSK conditions impact millions of Americans, and without coordinated, high-quality care, patients often face chronic pain, limited mobility, and missed workdays. That’s why access to comprehensive, outcomes-driven orthopedic care has never been more important.
At Indiana Orthopedic Institute (IOI), delivering exceptional MSK care means combining clinical expertise with proven, evidence-based approaches that prioritize both outcomes and patient experience. Through standardized care pathways, data-informed decision-making, and a focus on continuity of care, IOI helps ensure patients receive the right treatment at the right time.
This approach supports:
- Consistent, evidence-based care pathways that reduce variation and improve outcomes
- Early identification of high-risk patients, enabling timely, proactive interventions
- Enhanced patient engagement, helping individuals stay informed, supported, and connected throughout their care journey
From conservative treatments to advanced surgical interventions, IOI is focused on restoring function, reducing pain, and helping patients return to the activities that matter most, sooner and with confidence.
“Arthritis care has to move beyond managing symptoms to truly restoring function,” said Michael Meneghini, MD, CEO and orthopedic surgeon at IOI and President of the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS). “We focus on evidence-based pathways and data-driven decision-making so every patient receives the right care at the right time, helping them return to their lives with less pain and better outcomes.”
Arthritis and MSK conditions may be widespread, but innovation in care delivery is changing what’s possible. By integrating clinical excellence with data-driven insights and patient-centered tools, IOI goes beyond symptom management to elevate long-term outcomes and quality of life. Visit our website to schedule an appointment.
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