ORHTOPEDICS
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Fracture Care
A fracture is a partial or complete break in bone. This occurs when more force is applied to a bone than that bone can absorb. A fall or a direct blow are common causes of fractures. Symptoms include pain, swelling, impaired movement, and bruising. There are many types of fractures that are defined by the way that the bone is broken, such as spiral fracture, oblique fracture, or segmental fracture. A fracture may be treated with a splint or cast, medication, traction, or surgery.
PRP Injections
PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma. Plasma is the liquid part of blood that holds blood cells. Platelets are cells that are involved in the body’s natural healing process. PRP Injections help heal injured tendons, ligaments, muscles or joints by utilizing the natural function of platelets. A PRP Injection is created by taking a sample of a patient’s blood and then running it through a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets. These platelets are then injected directly into the injured part of the body to stimulate reparative cells.
Cortisone Injections
Cortisone injections help relieve pain and inflammation. They’re commonly used in joints. Common conditions that are treated with cortisone injections include arthritis, back pain, bursitis, tendinitis, and more. Cortisone can continue to decrease pain and inflammation up to several months after the injection.
Elbow
The elbow is the joint that connects the upper and lower arm. This joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments, muscles and tendons. There are a number of conditions that can affect any of these structures. Common conditions include sprains, tendinitis, fractures, dislocations, bursitis, and arthritis. These disorders could be caused by overuse, a direct blow to the elbow, infection or more. Treatment could include surgery or injections depending on the type of injury and severity.
Wrist and Hand
The wrist is made up of several small joints that connect the hand to the forearm. The wrist is made up of bones, tendons, and ligaments. There are a number of conditions that can affect any of these structures. Common conditions include sprains, tendinitis, fractures, carpal tunnel syndrome, and arthritis. These disorders could be caused by overuse, repetitive motions, certain diseases, a direct blow to the wrist or more. Treatment could include surgery, a brace or cast, or injections, depending on the type of injury and severity.
The hand is made up of bones, muscles, tendons and other tissue. There are also many possible conditions that affect any of these structures. Common conditions include carpal tunnel syndrome, fractures, dislocations, arthritis, and tendinitis. These disorders could be caused by overuse, repetitive motions, certain diseases, or more. Treatment could include surgery, a splint, or injections, depending on the type of injury and severity.
Shoulder
The Shoulder is a joint that connects the arm to the torso. This joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments, muscles, and tendons. There are a number of conditions that can affect any of these structures. Common conditions include sprains, tendinitis, fractures, dislocations, bursitis, and arthritis. These disorders could be caused by overuse, repetitive motions, certain diseases, a direct blow or more. Treatment could include surgery or injections depending on the type of injury and severity.
Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopic surgery is a procedure in which a surgeon inserts a small camera into the shoulder joint in order to inspect, diagnose and treat problems within the joint. This procedure involves very small incisions, which typically means less pain and less recovery time for patients.
Total Shoulders
Total shoulder replacement is a procedure in which the damaged parts of the shoulder are removed and replaced with artificial components. This includes replacement of both the ball and the socket. This procedure can be an effective way to treat severe pain and loss of motion. Recovery typically involves physical therapy and wearing a sling for the first 2 – 4 weeks after surgery.
Knee
The knee is a joint that connects the thigh with the leg. This joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments, muscles and tendons. There are a number of conditions that can affect any of these structures. Common conditions include tendinitis, fractures, dislocations, bursitis, and arthritis. These disorders could be caused by overuse, repetitive motions, a direct blow or more. Treatment could include surgery or injections depending on the type of injury and severity.
Arthroscopic Surgery
Arthroscopic surgery is a procedure in which a surgeon inserts a small camera into the knee in order to inspect, diagnose and treat problems within the joint. This procedure involves very small incisions, which typically means less pain and less recovery time for patients.
Ligamentous Reconstructions
Ligaments are the tissue that surround a joint to support and limit the joint’s movement. A torn ligament will limit the mobility of the knee. There are 4 major ligaments in the knee: Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL), Medial Collateral Ligament (MCL), and Lateral Collateral Ligament (LCL). Ligamentous Reconstruction involves replacing the damaged ligament with a grafted piece of healthy tendon. Recovery typically involves elevating the leg for the first few days post-surgery and physical therapy. A patient’s mobility after surgery may be limited for a few weeks and a full recovery may take several months.
Hip
The hip is a joint that connects the leg with the body. This joint is made up of bone, cartilage, ligaments, muscles and tendons. There are a number of conditions that can affect any of these structures. Common conditions include bursitis, tendinitis, arthritis, hernia, and fractures. These disorders could be caused by overuse, certain diseases, a direct blow or more. Treatment could include surgery or injections depending on the type of injury and severity.