Chronic joint or musculoskeletal pain is one of the most common reasons adults seek medical care. Whether it’s back stiffness after a long day at your desk, shoulder discomfort from overuse, or persistent knee or hip pain that limits daily activities, these issues can affect nearly every part of life.
At Elite Internal Medicine, Dr. Scott Clemens focuses on identifying the underlying causes—not just treating symptoms—so patients can restore movement, prevent further injury, and improve long-term function.
Back, shoulder, knee, and hip pain often stem from a combination of mechanical stress, inflammation, or injury. Over time, poor posture, repetitive motion, degenerative arthritic changes, or prior injuries can create imbalances that lead to pain and stiffness.
Musculoskeletal pain can range from mild and intermittent to severe and disabling. It may impact work productivity, sleep quality, and physical independence. In concierge primary care, these conditions aren’t dismissed as “just getting older”—they’re opportunities to restore health, mobility, and strength through individualized evaluation and long-term management.
Accurate diagnosis starts with time—time to listen, examine, and understand your history. During your visit, Dr. Clemens conducts a detailed assessment that may include:
Concierge medicine allows for deeper exploration of these factors. Because you have direct access to your physician and extended appointment times, subtle connections—such as the link between weight, inflammation, and joint stress—can be identified early and treated proactively.
Treatment depends on the source of pain, but most patients benefit from a mix of movement correction, strengthening exercises, medical management, and sustainable lifestyle changes.
Typical care strategies may include:
As a concierge patient, you have ongoing guidance—not just one-time advice. Follow-ups can be conducted by phone, text, or virtual visit, so progress is monitored continuously, not sporadically.
In a traditional system, musculoskeletal pain management can feel fragmented—orthopedists, imaging centers, and primary care physicians rarely coordinate directly. At Elite Internal Medicine, Dr. Clemens bridges that gap. He collaborates personally with physical therapists, imaging specialists, and when needed, orthopedic surgeons, ensuring that every recommendation fits your goals and daily routine. Concierge medicine gives patients the advantage of personalized continuity: no rushed visits, direct communication, and same- or next-day scheduling when pain flares. With extended visits, there’s time to explore how stress, sleep, and nutrition affect recovery. The result is a practical, evidence-based plan tailored to how you live and move. Whether you’re in Westminster, Broomfield, Golden, or Arvada, Dr. Clemens helps patients return to what they love—without unnecessary procedures or medications.
If back, shoulder, knee, or hip pain is affecting your quality of life, schedule a consultation with Dr. Scott Clemens at Elite Internal Medicine. Together, we’ll identify the cause, relieve discomfort, and restore your strength and mobility.
