A Non-Surgical Alternative to Knee Replacement
Before Knee Surgery, Get a Non-Surgical Second Opinion.
Knee replacement is not the only option for everyone. A knee evaluation shows which options fit your goals.
The Non-Surgical Joint Replacement™ is a personalized approach designed to help people with degenerative knee conditions improve pain, movement, and function without immediately turning to surgery.
What your knee evaluation covers
Discuss knee treatment options
Learn if NSJR may be right for you
Explore your personalized care plan
Understand what's contributing to your symptoms
Alternative to Knee Surgery
Second Opinions & Non-Surgical Treatment Options
Knee Pain Treatment
Explore personalized treatment options for knee pain.
Knee Replacement Alternatives
Learn about the available alternatives before knee replacement surgery.
Explore Non-Surgical Knee Care
Explore knee care options for better mobility and everyday activities.
A Personalized Knee Care Plan. A Different Approach. A Clearer Path Forward.
Knee Surgery Doesn't Have to Be the First Option for Everyone.
Knee pain can make everyday activities harder than they should be.
Walking, exercising, climbing stairs, or simply enjoying time with family can become a challenge.
Explore a personalized approach to knee care before considering knee replacement surgery. We look at your knee, symptoms, movement, and goals to help create a plan tailored to you.
Return to activities you enjoy
Address your knee symptoms
Explore non-surgical knee care
Build knee strength and support
Improve mobility and movement
Reduce pain and improve comfort
This approach may be a good fit for people who
Have knee osteoarthritis or degenerative changes
Want to avoid or delay knee surgery when appropriate
Feel previous treatments didn’t address their knee problem
Experience ongoing knee pain, stiffness, or limited movement
Are motivated to stay active and return to the activities they love
Want a personalized plan with in-office care and home strategies
When knee surgery may be the better choice
Some knee conditions are too advanced for a non-surgical approach to meet your goals. If that’s the case, we’ll tell you and help you make the right referral decision. Our focus is on the best decision for your knee, not forcing a one size fits all answer.
How Our Non-Surgical Knee Treatment Works
✓ Knee Evaluation
We take a detailed look at your knee, movement, symptoms, health history, and goals. This helps us understand how your knee condition is affecting your daily life and what may be contributing to your pain or limitations.
✓ Identify What’s Driving the Problem
We look beyond where you feel pain to understand what may be contributing to the problem. We evaluate movement patterns, knee mechanics, strength, mobility, and other factors that may be affecting how your knee functions.
✓ Personalized Knee Treatment
Your treatment plan is built around your specific knee condition, needs, and goals. Depending on your evaluation, it may combine targeted non-invasive therapies, rehabilitation, mobility work, and strategies designed to help you move and function better.
✓ Improve Knee Function
We focus on helping you improve mobility, strength, stability, and confidence in your movement so you can work toward returning to the activities that matter most to you.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
✓ Our Mission
To help people with knee conditions understand their options and pursue a personalized path toward better mobility and function.
✓ Our Vision
A future where patients understand that knee replacement surgery isn't always the only option.
✓ What We Stand Against
One-size-fits-all treatment plans that overlook the individual patient, their goals, and the factors contributing to their knee problems.
What Our Patients Say
Real Patient Experiences. Real Stories.
Hear directly from patients who have experienced care at Cornerstone Health. Their real experiences reflect the personalized approach, attention to detail, and commitment to helping patients move and feel better. Individual results vary.
Finding the right care for knee pain is important for improving mobility and everyday activities. Cornerstone offers a personalized approach with targeted strengthening exercises and physical therapy designed to support better movement and long-term results. I highly recommend their specialized team to anyone exploring treatment options for knee pain and looking for an individualized approach to care.
Cornerstone provides personalized care, physical therapy, and targeted strengthening exercises to support better knee mobility, strength, and function. The team is friendly, professional, and supportive, working together to help patients improve movement and feel confident throughout their treatment journey. I highly recommend Cornerstone to anyone seeking a specialized, team-based approach to knee care.
After struggling to find the right approach to knee pain, finding a team that provides personalized care and comprehensive treatment options can make a difference. Cornerstone Health offers a combination of chiropractic care, shockwave therapy, and in-house physical therapy to support knee mobility, strength, and function. The team’s knowledgeable and specialized approach makes Cornerstone a place to explore options for knee pain and improved movement.
I’m so glad I discovered Cornerstone Health! Dr. Jacob and the team are amazing. Their personalized approach to care and treatment options make them a great choice for anyone looking to address knee pain, improve mobility, and get back to daily activities.
I came to Cornerstone with severe knee pain caused by a partially torn meniscus. After being told I needed knee surgery, I wanted to explore a more conservative option. ... I was extremely impressed with Dr. Fergus, Dr. Jacob, and Liz, and have recommended Cornerstone to several friends.
I came to Cornerstone with complex joint pain that affected my mobility and quality of life. The team developed a personalized treatment plan combining chiropractic care, shockwave therapy, and strength- and mobility-focused physical therapy. Their approach is tailored to individual needs, with treatment adjusted based on progress and symptoms. Cornerstone’s collaborative team approach is especially valuable for patients seeking specialized care for complex joint conditions.
Ready to Explore Your Knee Treatment Options?
Want to explore your options before considering knee replacement? Start with a knee evaluation.
Find out what may be contributing to your knee symptoms, which non-surgical treatment options may be appropriate for you, and what your next steps could look like. Cornerstone Health
Your Knee. Your Goals. Your Options.
Expert care personalized to you
Led by Dr. Benjamin Fergus
Dr. Benjamin Fergus is known for developing assessment and rehabilitation methods used by clinicians worldwide, with educational materials taught across multiple professional disciplines. He is the creator of the Non-Surgical Joint Replacement (NSJR) method, the developer and lead instructor of GRIP Approach, and an adjunct instructor for The Academy of Shockwave Excellence. At Cornerstone Health, that educator-level precision is applied directly to your case so your plan is as individual as your joint.
The entire clinical team at Cornerstone Health is trained and certified in the Non-Surgical Joint Replacement™ (NSJR) method. As leaders in non-surgical knee care, our team also helps educate other healthcare providers in these specialized methods.
Meet the Team Behind Your Care
Expert-Led. Personalized. Focused on Your Goals.
The Non-Surgical Joint Replacement™ method was developed by Dr. Benjamin Fergus, and the entire Cornerstone Health clinical team is specially trained and certified in this innovative approach to joint care.
Dr. Benjamin Fergus
Dr. Jacob Przydzial
Liz W Durham
Jennifer Kane RN-MSN/CNP
Will Seifert MAT, ATC
Ready to Get Back to What You Love?
