by Dustin | Jun 18, 2024 | Patient Education
The ultrasound guided percutaneous tenotomy allows what was once major surgery to be performed quickly through a small incision. Although post-procedure care will be tailored to fit your individual needs, the following guidelines are designed to help you and your...
by Dustin | Jun 18, 2024 | Patient Education
Phase 1: 0-2 Weeks Special Considerations: Early NWB pain free ROM encouraged starting day after procedure Restrictions: Patellar Tendon: Week 1 0-30° Week 2 0-60° PWB on crutches x 7 days (knee/hip) WBAT in walking boot x 7 days (foot/ankle) May d/c crutches/boot...
by Dustin | Jun 18, 2024 | Patient Education
Before Arriving for Your Exam STOP ALL ANTI-INFLAMMATORIES AT LEAST 10 DAYS PRIOR TO PROCEDURE Pick up pre-procedure medications (valium and/or pain medication) You should not have PRP therapy if you have: Abnormal platelet function Active systemic infection Active...
by Dustin | Jun 18, 2024 | Patient Education
PHASE I: 0 TO 3 DAYS POST-PROCEDURE Appointments No appointments during this time as rehabilitation appointments begin 10-14 days after procedure Goals Protection of the affected tendon Pain control Precautions Immobilization of the affected joint Sling for rotator...
by Dustin | May 15, 2024 | Patient Education
Electromyography (EMG). Electromyography measures the electrical impulses of the muscles at rest and during contractions. Nerve conduction studies are often done along with EMG to determine if a nerve is functioning normally. Together, these tests can help your doctor...
by Dustin | May 15, 2024 | Patient Education
A 2019 Lancet systematic review and meta-analysis of case series determined that patients and surgeons can expect a hip replacement to last 25 years in around 58% of patients. Recommendations for surgery are based on a patient’s pain and disability, not age....
