Knee & Sports Injuries
ACL & other ligament injuries, meniscus tears; patellar instability; and other sports-related knee conditions.
Discuss treatment →Personalized orthopedic care and advanced sports medicine, focused on restoring movement and helping you return to the life you love.

From acute injuries to chronic joint pain, treatment begins with understanding your goals and exploring the options that make sense for you.
ACL & other ligament injuries, meniscus tears; patellar instability; and other sports-related knee conditions.
Discuss treatment →Rotator cuff tears, labral injuries, instability, arthritis, and tendon injuries.
Discuss treatment →Personalized treatment of hip, knee, and shoulder arthritis, including nonsurgical therapies, as well as advanced shoulder replacement surgery for patients with arthritis and complex shoulder conditions.
Discuss treatment →Evaluation and treatment of fractures and musculoskeletal injuries.
Discuss treatment →Evidence-informed care for athletes and active adults, from diagnosis through return to activity.
Discuss treatment →Orthopedic evaluation and treatment of work-related musculoskeletal conditions.
Referral information →
Board-certified orthopedic surgeon. Fellowship-trained in sports medicine.
Dr. Lucas treats a broad range of orthopedic conditions, with particular focus on knee and shoulder injuries, arthroscopic surgery, joint replacement, and fracture care.
Following his orthopedic surgery residency at Mount Carmel Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, Dr. Lucas completed his sports medicine fellowship at Ochsner Health in New Orleans, Louisiana. During his fellowship, Dr. Lucas gained valuable experience caring for elite professional athletes, including players from the New Orleans Saints (NFL) and New Orleans Pelicans (NBA).
His approach emphasizes clear communication, individualized treatment, and a shared plan to help each patient return to meaningful activity.
Schedule a ConsultationInformation to help you prepare for your visit and understand the next steps in your orthopedic care.
Bring available imaging, prior medical records, a medication list, and your questions.
Conservative and surgical approaches are considered according to the condition and your goals.
Procedure-specific instructions and rehabilitation protocols will be added after clinical review.
For medical colleagues, physical therapists, workers' compensation professionals, and care coordinators.
Orthopedic consultation for sports injuries, joint conditions, and fractures. Contact Restore Orthopedics & Spine Center to coordinate referral requirements and records.
Referral contact →Comprehensive evaluation and treatment of work-related orthopedic injuries, including surgical and nonsurgical care. Contact Restore Orthopedics & Spine Center to coordinate referrals and authorizations.
Workers' compensation contact →To request an appointment with Dr. Lucas or refer a patient, call his scheduler directly at extension 1070.
Call (714) 598-1745, ext. 1070On some phones, you may need to enter extension 1070 manually after dialing.
Restore Orthopedics & Spine Center
1120 W. La Veta Ave., Suite 300
Orange, CA 92868
Appointments: (714) 598-1745, ext. 1070
Fax: (714) 941-9539
Practice Website: restoreorthopedics.com