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Euflexxa Injection
Nov 30, 2009 10:05AM in the Orthopedic Sports Medicine Expert Forum
I would not recommend viscosupplementation in an artificial joint
Labral Hip Tear and Arthroscopic surgery
Nov 30, 2009 10:04AM in the Orthopedic Sports Medicine Expert Forum
Hip arthroscopy is becoming a more and more commmon procedure. It can be used to treat a variety of problems from bone spurs to labral tears, and even mild osteoarthritis. In the case of labral tears, they can either be debrided ( cleaned up) or repaired. Which is done will of course, affect the recovery time.
Achilles Rupture
Nov 29, 2009 08:38PM in the Orthopedic Sports Medicine Expert Forum
Assuming a strong repair,my protocol is as follows: 2 weeks non-weight bearing, 2 weeks partial weight bearing, 2 weeks full weight bearing. Pt is paced in a splint at surgery, and changed to a CAM walker at first post op visit. Equinus position is not used unless necessary. Pt can remove the CAM boot for bathing and sleep after 2 weeks. Pt is instructed i...
wrist injury
Nov 29, 2009 08:33PM in the Orthopedic Sports Medicine Expert Forum
If the pain persists after a short period of rest, immobilization with an over the counter splint, and NSAID's, I would see an orthopedic hand surgeon for further evaluation.
Euflexxa Injection
Nov 29, 2009 08:30PM in the Orthopedic Sports Medicine Expert Forum
I agree with your doctor on all counts. Although viscosupplementation injections can be done in any joint, most insurance ompanies will ony cover knee injections
Groin/Hamstring Pain
Nov 29, 2009 08:28PM in the Orthopedic Sports Medicine Expert Forum
I would see a general surgeon to rule out a regular hernia or a sports hernia