Treatment Process

How Does It Work?
Orthopaedic surgeons provide an extensive range of treatments. However, before a definitive treatment is suggested, patients are made to undergo extensive testing to determine the nature of the bone or muscle problem. The orthopaedist will ask you about the history of the disorder, previous treatment sought, and other pertinent information related to your condition. You may be asked to undergo tests such as x-rays, computed tomography (CT) scan, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), blood tests or myelograms to elucidate the extent of the problem in detail.

Depending on the diagnosis, you may be recommended to take medication, undergo surgery, perform rehabilitative or alternative therapies, or go through a combination of these treatment methods. Surgery is often the last resort if your ailment does not respond to other non-surgical treatment. If surgery is deemed the best option, preoperative procedures such as routine diagnostic testing will be performed prior to your operation.

Treatment and Recovery Time

During your surgical procedure, you will be under anesthesia. When your surgery is finished, you may feel tired and groggy, and your vision may be blurry or doubled for a few minutes. Your attendant will be able to see you once you have woken up. After you have had a bite to eat and used the restroom, you may be released to go home. You will be given a prescription pain reliever to help with pain management. Our physicians recommend that you keep on schedule with your medication to avoid discomfort.