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Advancements in surgical techniques, pain management, implants, and recovery protocols make outpatient joint replacement surgery an option for many patients. Here are five reasons you should consider an outpatient procedure if you’re looking to get a joint replaced. 1. Shorter recovery time Typically, joint replacements…
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We’re happy to announce that our two first-class orthopedic surgeons have proved their quality by renewing their certifications through the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery. Dr. David Scott and Dr. Amaryllis Scott were both originally certified in July of 2000, participating in a written and oral exam in order to earn their certification. The Board, […]
Read more »No two knees are alike, and just like clothing or shoes, fit is important. You wouldn’t buy one-size-fits-all sneakers. Why would you chose a one-size-fits-all knee? While most knee replacements are placed in an “average” position, with fixed positions and angles that are identical for all patients (regardless of their individual anatomy), at Orthopaedic Specialty […]
Read more »An important aspect of recovery after joint replacement is regaining strength in the surrounding muscles. Muscle strength is often lost after injury, and must be rebuilt gradually after surgery. Here are some of the tools we use at OSC to achieve this. Free Weights Free weights—like dumbbells, barbells, and kettlebells—are great for rebuilding strength, and […]
Read more »We’re going to take a look at all the tools and treatments available at OSC’s on-site physical therapy facility. Next up: warm-up and stretching equipment and tools. Warm-up Warming up your body properly improves the benefits of physical therapy while also preventing further injury. Warming up gradually increases heart rate, which increases blood flow, oxygen, […]
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