Surgery for painful elbow joint arthritis, elbow instability, and tendonitis: Elbow replacement, ligament reconstruction and repair, and tendon surgery
Edited By: Thomas Trumble, M.D.
Last updated Friday, September 08, 2006
Preparing for surgeryWhat type of preparation needs to take place before treatment for elbow instability, and tendonitis for elbow instability, arthritis, and tendonitis ? The best surgical results occur in healthy motivated patients who have had the
appropriate work up and initial treatment. It is important to recognize
potential sources of infection such as the bladder and the gums. The potential
for infection may be reason to delay surgery. The patient should not be on
anti-inflammatory medications prior to surgery, as these medications can result
in excessive bleeding after surgery. Aspirin and other anti-inflammatory
medications should be stopped at least seven days prior to surgery. The patient
needs to plan on less function than usual for twelve weeks after
surgery.
Driving, shopping, and performing usual chores may be difficult
during this time. Plans for necessary assistance need to be made before surgery.
For individuals who live alone or without readily available help, arrangements
for home help should be made well in advance.
How can the costs of treatment for elbow instability, and tendonitis for elbow instability, arthritis, and tendonitis be anticipated? The surgeon's office should provide a reasonable estimate of:
- the surgeon's fee,
- the hospital fee, and
- the degree to which these should be covered by the patient's insurance.
Who should perform treatment for elbow instability, and tendonitis for elbow instability, arthritis, and tendonitis and where? Elbow reconstructive surgery is technically demanding and should be performed by
an experienced surgeon in a medical center accustomed to performing
stabilization, reconstruction, and decompression. The surgeon should be
experienced with all matters of upper extremity surgery, including tendon repair
and reconstruction, nerve repair, and arterial repair as well as joint
replacement.How can surgeons experienced in treatment for elbow instability, and tendonitis for elbow instability, arthritis, and tendonitis be found? A surgeon who specializes in complex upper extremity reconstruction may be
located through University Schools of Medicine or the American Society for
Surgery of the Hand (www.assh.org).In what type of facility is treatment for elbow instability, and tendonitis for elbow instability, arthritis, and tendonitis usually done? Elbow reconstruction is usually performed at a major medical center or hospital
that performs these procedures on a regular basis. These institutions have
surgical teams and facilities assigned for this type of surgery. They also have
the nurses and therapists who are accustomed to assisting patients in their
recovery.Surgery for Elbow Instability, Arthritis, and Tendonitis at the University of Washington If you are interested in making an appointment to discuss this procedure, you can request an appointment using our online referrals website. To request a referral online, please click here. You can also call 206-598-4537 to make an appointment.
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