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Joslyn E. Goings, PAC is in Spokane, WA specializing in general surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Joslyn E. Goings, PAC is affiliated with Providence and Providence Orthopedics & Sports Medicine - North Spokane.
Musculoskeletal Problems
The musculoskeletal system refers collectively to the bones, joints, ligaments, muscles, and nerves. It is what gives the body structure and movement. Because this system encompasses so much of the body, musculoskeletal problems are extremely varied and can happen almost anywhere. There are musculoskeletal problems that affect only the joints, those that affect the bones, those that affect tendons and ligaments, and those that can happen in any area of the body but cause pain and numbness.
Joint problems include bursitis and arthritis. Bursitis is the inflammation of a fluid-filled sac cushion on the outside of a joint, causing symptoms including pain and swelling. Arthritis is the inflammation and damage of a joint due to wear and tear or disease. There are several treatments for arthritis, but if the damage progresses far enough, joint replacement may be necessary. In joint replacement, a metal or plastic implant is surgically placed within the joint to make movement easier.
Bone problems include scoliosis, fractures, and osteoporosis. Scoliosis is a curvature of the spine, making the normally straight spine look like a 'C' or 'S.' It is treated with braces or surgery. Osteoporosis is a disease that causes bones to weaken and break easily. It's most common in women, especially older women. Fully half of all women over 65 have osteoporosis. Fractures are any break in the bone. They can be a simple crack or a severe and complicated shatter. Osteoporosis causes fractures in people who have it, but other causes are trauma (such as a fall) or overuse.
Tendon and ligament problems most often result from injury or overuse. Two good examples are ligament tears and tendonitis. The most common ligament tear is the ACL tear in the knee. This ligament supports and stabilizes the knee and is most often torn during sports activities. Tendonitis happens when a tendon, which connects muscles and bones together, becomes irritated and inflamed. This happens most often in older patients who push their bodies too far, leading to pain and swelling. Treatment for both tendon and ligament problems usually includes rest, ice, and supporting the area to let it heal.
Pain and numbness problems can be caused by overuse, disease, an injury, or a compressed nerve. Lower back pain and carpal tunnel syndrome are two of the most common conditions patients encounter. Lower back pain may be caused by sore muscles that have been overworked, or an injury to the disks separating the vertebrae in the spine. Lower back pain usually goes away on its own within a few days, but it may require medical treatment depending on the cause. Carpal tunnel syndrome occurs when the nerve at the base of the palm becomes trapped or pinched. Symptoms include tingling, pain, numbness, or weakness in the hand. Treatment involves rest and sometimes steroid injections.
Because the musculoskeletal system involves so much of the body, problems here can be incredibly varied in their type and severity. Some musculoskeletal problems will go away on their own or only require rest, while others may require medication, physical therapy, or even surgery.
She is certified by the Board Certification: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Physician Assistant.
Board Certification: Board Certification: National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants, Physician Assistant
Joslyn E. Goings, PAC is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Joslyn E. Goings, PAC appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO, Cigna PPO, Wellcare Medicare Advantage-HMO, Regence Blue Shield Of Idaho Medicare Advantage PPO, Blue Cross Of Idaho Health Service Medicare Advantage, Asuris Northwest Health TRIWEST, United Behavioral Health Medicaid* * Medicaid product only for Idaho, Humana HMO, Aetna, United Healthcare, Coordinated Care Medicaid, Humana, Cigna Medicare Advantage HMO/PPO, Molina Medicaid, Pacific Medical Center TRICARE, Providence Health Plan Medicare Advantage-HMO, First Health-Coventry PPO, Aetna PPO, Wellpoint Medicaid, Kaiser, Interwest Health PPO, Regence BlueShield Of Washington PPO, Premera, First Choice PPO, State Of Washington Department Of Corrections, Pacific Source Health PPO, Ferry County Jail, Blue Cross Of Idaho Health Service PPO, Naphcare, Evernorth PPO, Asuris Northwest Health PPO, Stevens County Sheriff'S Office, Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service PPO, Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO, Stevens County SheriffS Office and State of Washington Department of Corrections.
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Ms. Joslyn Goings' areas of specialization are general surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. These areas are among her clinical interests: forearm fracture, knee arthritis, and femur (thigh bone) fracture. Ms. Goings appears to be in-network for Blue California, Coventry, CIGNA Plans, and more. She is affiliated with Providence. Unfortunately, according to Yext, Ms. Goings is not currently accepting new patients.
