No, in fact most patients with orthopedic injuries never require surgery. Surgical intervention should be a last resort after more conservative treatments prove ineffective.

Monday–Friday: 8am - 5pm
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
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(218) 270-5590
7350 Clearwater Road, #201
Baxter, MN 56425
Orthopedic Clinic in Baxter
You Don't Have to Suffer From Orthopedic Pain
Effective relief from orthopedic problems, even bone-on-bone pain, doesn’t always rely on surgical intervention.
At Baxter Medical Center, we specialize in non-surgical orthopedics to address common problems affecting joints, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. You can rely a trained orthopedic doctor near Brainerd at Baxter Medical Center to pinpoint the underlying cause of your pain, and then find your path toward healing.
What We Do
We treat orthopedic conditions depending upon their underlying cause and your level of pain. Sprains may be treated with conservative measures. Scoliosis, sciatica, and dislocations often require a combination of conservative treatments and physical therapy.
Physical therapy uses light stretching and exercise to build strength, relieve inflammation, and encourage circulation. Bone breaks and ligament tears may also require splints or casts.

What We Treat
Osteoarthritis
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Torn meniscus
Bursitis
Joint pain
Fractures
Sprains
ACL tears & sports-related injuries
Osteoporosis
Migraines and headaches
Neuropathy
Non-Surgical Orthopedics Tailored to Your Needs
During your initial consultation, your provider performs a thorough physical exam, reviews your medical history, and asks about the symptoms you’re experiencing. Depending on the nature of your problem, your doctor might also ask you to stand up, sit down, and walk around the exam room to observe your gait and posture.
If these measures don’t provide adequate information, your doctor could order diagnostic imaging like a digital X-ray or an ultrasound. Both of these procedures take images of your bones, joints, and soft tissue, which can provide further insights for treatment.
When you partner with Baxter Medical for non-surgical orthopedic care, you'll benefit from our collaborative approach to whole-body health and vitality. To further support your care, we keep just one patient file for each individual, even if you visit for chiropractic, aesthetic, and mental health services—or any combination of our all-encompassing medical center offerings.
Monday–Friday: 8am - 5pm
Saturday–Sunday: Closed
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Comprehensive Health Services
We provide the unique benefit of offering physical and mental wellness with medical aesthetics and chiropractic services. From lab work to birth control to Botox—at Baxter Medical, we've got you covered.
Locally Owned and Operated
As an independent non-surgical orthopedics medical center, we can provide treatment without the high costs associated with corporate health systems.
Personalized, Compassionate Care
You deserve personalized care and attention from your medical provider, and that's our priority. We truly listen to your concerns and find solutions that will work.
Frequently Asked Questions About Non-Surgical Orthopedics
Because the field of orthopedics addresses joints, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments, there’s no shortage of potential causes to orthopedic conditions. Often, these conditions stem from trauma, overuse, or age.
If you hear your orthopedic specialist refer to the RICE protocol, they’ll explain it refers to Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. The RICE protocol is a tried and true method of easing the discomfort associated with joint sprains.