Orthopedic Knee Evaluation: What is Involved?
Initially, you will see your family doctor about your knee problems. He or she will probably give you a referral to an orthopedic surgeon. When you see the orthopedic surgeon, three steps will be taken. You will give your medical history. You will receive a physical examination. Some tests will be ordered.
Your orthopedic surgeon will ask you about both your specific knee problems and your general health when conducting your medical history.
Your physical examination will mostly be focused on your leg and knee. Your orthopedic surgeon will evaluate the overall alignment of your leg and determine the ROM (range of motion) of your knee as well as its muscle strength and its stability.
The tests that will be ordered for you will probably include blood tests that will help determine the presence of arthritis. Additionally, your orthopedic surgeon will order x-rays and perhaps an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). The latter will provide more in-depth information about the soft tissues of your knee. The type of images taken by the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) differ from x-rays in that they are gathered using sound waves.
Once all of your test results have come back, you will meet with the orthopedic surgeon to discuss the results and decide on a course of action. Your options will probably include medication, physical therapy, and a variety of surgical options. Arthroscopy will, no doubt, be explained to you at this time.
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Any risks that may be involved in the procedures available to you will be explained at this time.
If you have tried quite a few different methods of dealing with your knee pain without any relief, you will probably be considered a good candidate for arthroscopy. Additionally, if you are experiencing ongoing pain and swelling or problems with your knee catching or giving out, you will want to consider arthroscopy. If you are having trouble accomplishing your day to day activities because you are afraid your knee will not support you, you will definitely want to consider arthroscopy.
Indeed, it is the answer to a lot of knee problems in a lot of patients. It is usually used on people in the broad range of twenty to sixty years old, but it has been used on very young children and very old seniors with tremendous success as well.
Preparing Yourself for Arthroscopy
When you have made your final decision to proceed with arthroscopy, your orthopedic surgeon will probably refer you back to your family doctor for a complete physical examination. By doing this, you will be fully informed about your overall health before undergoing surgery. If there are any problems that may interfere, they will be found during this complete physical examination.
Your doctor may do more tests at the request of the orthopedic surgeon. Sometimes a cardiogram is done. Sometimes more blood work is called for. In general, anything that will clarify your general condition so that your treatment can be exactly right for you, will be done.
If you are taking any over-the-counter products such as medications or supplements, remember to let your doctor and your orthopedic surgeon know about it. If you need to discontinue any of these products before surgery, they will inform you. - 16887
Initially, you will see your family doctor about your knee problems. He or she will probably give you a referral to an orthopedic surgeon. When you see the orthopedic surgeon, three steps will be taken. You will give your medical history. You will receive a physical examination. Some tests will be ordered.
Your orthopedic surgeon will ask you about both your specific knee problems and your general health when conducting your medical history.
Your physical examination will mostly be focused on your leg and knee. Your orthopedic surgeon will evaluate the overall alignment of your leg and determine the ROM (range of motion) of your knee as well as its muscle strength and its stability.
The tests that will be ordered for you will probably include blood tests that will help determine the presence of arthritis. Additionally, your orthopedic surgeon will order x-rays and perhaps an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging). The latter will provide more in-depth information about the soft tissues of your knee. The type of images taken by the MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) differ from x-rays in that they are gathered using sound waves.
Once all of your test results have come back, you will meet with the orthopedic surgeon to discuss the results and decide on a course of action. Your options will probably include medication, physical therapy, and a variety of surgical options. Arthroscopy will, no doubt, be explained to you at this time.
Click here for more on sports injuries .
Any risks that may be involved in the procedures available to you will be explained at this time.
If you have tried quite a few different methods of dealing with your knee pain without any relief, you will probably be considered a good candidate for arthroscopy. Additionally, if you are experiencing ongoing pain and swelling or problems with your knee catching or giving out, you will want to consider arthroscopy. If you are having trouble accomplishing your day to day activities because you are afraid your knee will not support you, you will definitely want to consider arthroscopy.
Indeed, it is the answer to a lot of knee problems in a lot of patients. It is usually used on people in the broad range of twenty to sixty years old, but it has been used on very young children and very old seniors with tremendous success as well.
Preparing Yourself for Arthroscopy
When you have made your final decision to proceed with arthroscopy, your orthopedic surgeon will probably refer you back to your family doctor for a complete physical examination. By doing this, you will be fully informed about your overall health before undergoing surgery. If there are any problems that may interfere, they will be found during this complete physical examination.
Your doctor may do more tests at the request of the orthopedic surgeon. Sometimes a cardiogram is done. Sometimes more blood work is called for. In general, anything that will clarify your general condition so that your treatment can be exactly right for you, will be done.
If you are taking any over-the-counter products such as medications or supplements, remember to let your doctor and your orthopedic surgeon know about it. If you need to discontinue any of these products before surgery, they will inform you. - 16887
About the Author:
Dr. Edelson is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in sports medicine. His clinic, Sports Medicine Oregon, focuses on athletes of all ages. Click here to learn more about Dr. Edelson, ACL Surgery in Tigard and Tigard Knee Injuries.
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