What is knee replacement surgery?
Knee replacement surgery is nothing but a process to remove the damaged cartilage. The surgery involves the replacement of unhealthy surface of knee joint by the metal & plastic implant. Knee replacement surgery can replace all or part of the knee depending on the affected area by arthritis.
How the knee replacement is done?
The operation is done through an incision of 15-30 cm in the Knee area. The unhealthy surfaces of the lower end of thigh bone and the upper end of shin bone are removed. These are replaced by artificial surfaces known as “prostheses”. Depends on the prostheses it needs to be cemented to the bone. At the end of the operation the skin is closed with stitches .A drain is used to remove the excess blood.
What is hip replacement surgery?
Hip replacement is a procedure in which a doctor surgically removes a painful hip joint with arthritis and replaces it with an artificial joint often made from metal and plastic components. It usually is done when all other treatment options have failed to provide adequate pain relief. The procedure should relieve a painful hip joint, making walking easier.
How the hip replacement is done?
Hip replacement surgery can be performed traditionally or by using what is considered a minimally-invasive technique. The main difference between the two procedures is the size of the incision.
During standard hip replacement surgery, you are given general anesthesia to relax your muscles and put you into a temporary deep sleep. This will prevent you from feeling any pain during the surgery or have any awareness of the procedure. A spinal anesthetic may be given to help prevent pain as an alternative.
2..Minimally Invasive Hand and Wrist Surgery
Minimally invasive hand and wrist surgery refers to treatment of bone and soft tissue injuries without the need for traditional open incisions. Instead, with the aid of various tools and techniques, the orthopedic hand surgeon is able to visualize and repair the affected area through one or more small incisions or portals in the skin. Benefits of this approach include reduced risk of injury to surrounding healthy soft tissues, a speedier recovery, and minimized scarring.
How is it is done?
Minimally invasive hand and wrist surgeries may be divided into two categories, those that employ arthroscopy to directly visualize internal structures and those that use indirect techniques of visualization and percutaneous surgery. In arthroscopic surgery, the orthopedic surgeon inserts an instrument equipped with a miniaturized video camera into a joint space to obtain a magnified, high-resolution image of the joint. This image is projected onto a monitor in the operating suite. The surgeon can directly visualize and treat the affected tissues using additional instruments that are inserted through accessory portals. During percutaneous procedures, the hand surgeon performs surgery by inserting instruments or fracture fixation devices directly through the skin, and most often monitors the accurate placement of these devices with the use of x-rays or fluoroscopy.
3. Arthroscopic Surgeries
Arthroscopic surgeries utilizes small incisions and special instruments together with a small camera that projects detailed images onto a monitor. A single procedure can provide both diagnosis and treatment with many additional benefits over traditional surgery. These include:
Shorter recovery times
Minimal scarring
Improved diagnostic accuracy
Reduced pain
Most procedures are performed on an outpatient basis at our ambulatory surgery center. For many patients, arthroscopy is the least invasive way to ensure a rapid return to a normal lifestyle. With it, many patients can return to work and regular daily activities earlier than with other surgical techniques. Common procedures include:
Repair of a suspected or known tear in cartilage or a ligament
Evaluation of severe pain which is not responding to conservative treatment
Identification and removal of small pieces of bone or debris in a joint
Repair of a torn rotator cuff
Hip Arthroscopy
Shoulder stabilization after dislocation
Treatment of shoulder bursitis, calcific tendonitis, frozen shoulder, and impingement
How is it is done?
Our contracted specialists consider each patient unique and work with them to understand their special needs and concerns. We treat the whole patient by getting to know them as we gather insights and information to help determine whether or not arthroscopy is an appropriate treatment for their condition.
As a comprehensive orthopaedic care facilitator, we work together as a team to address all patient needs. This team approach enables us to discuss, assess, diagnose and treat them with confidence and care.
4..Total Shoulder Replacement
The shoulder is a ball-and-socket joint. As people age, the cartilage can wear out, resulting in arthritis. Sometimes shoulder arthritis can develop for other reasons, such as rheumatoid arthritis, avascular necrosis, or following a trauma. Regardless, this may result in pain and limited motion, which can greatly impact an individual’s quality of life. If non-surgical treatments do not provide enough pain relief, the joint can be replaced surgically. A total shoulder replacement involves replacing the damaged parts of the shoulder joint with a specialized prosthesis made of durable artificial materials.
How is it is done?
There are a number of shoulder replacement systems available, including conventional, reverse, and revision. A conventional shoulder replacement is often used when surrounding muscles and tendons are intact and healthy. A reverse total shoulder replacement is often selected for patients with chronic rotator cuff tears, something common in older patients with complex fractures and concurrent arthritis. Revision shoulder systems, which allow for more complicated reconstruction, are utilized in the case of a failed prior shoulder replacement.
Total shoulder replacement generally requires a short hospital stay. Physical therapy is typically needed to help patients regain range of motion and strength. The goal of total shoulder replacement is to relieve pain, improve function, and allow patients to return to their homes safely.