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For #ArthritisAwarenessMonth we’re taking a look at the latest facts about knee replacement surgery and how Johnson & Johnson is innovating to make an impact. While knee replacement surgery is considered a major operation that comes with risks, advances in technology have changed things considerably. Joint implants are more durable and robotic-assisted orthopedic surgery offers the potential for increased accuracy and precision versus traditional surgical methods. https://lnkd.in/gBe32Nc9 #jnjmedtech #orthopedicsurgery #depuysynthes #VelysRoboticAssistedSolution #kneesurgery

Struggling with chronic back pain that just won’t go away? If everyday tasks seem unbearable, TLIF surgery may be the solution you need. Learn more about this minimally invasive spinal procedure. #NJOI #newjerseyorthopaedicinstitute #sportsmedicine #VincentMcinerneyMD #MichaelShindleMD #RobertPalaciosMD #EverettKoochDO #AndrewSawiresMD #TLIF #transforaminallumbarinterbodyfusion #TLIFsurgery #spinesurgery #spinecare

Total Knee Replacement Surgery: A Step-by-Step Guide https://hubs.ly/Q02yfXw80

Are you struggling with joint pain and limited mobility? Arthroplasty, also known as joint replacement surgery, can provide relief and improve your quality of life. Let's talk about the benefits and considerations of this procedure! #JointReplacement #PainRelief  

"Recent findings in shoulder and elbow surgery are highlighted in the new JBJS Guest Editorial What’s New in Shoulder and Elbow Surgery. Here, we summarize the 5 most compelling studies..." The Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, Inc. https://lnkd.in/gKR7ryDh

#WELLNESSWEDNESDAY || TOTAL KNEE REPLACEMENT THINGS TO CONSIDER According to @apta, total knee replacement surgery can be an option after trying conservative treatment options for: 👉 Knee joint damage due to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, other bone diseases, or fracture. . 👉 Knee pain or alignment problems in the leg that cause difficulty with walking or doing daily activities. #physicaltherapists help people prepare for and restore function after knee replacement surgery. POST SURGERY Typically, knee replacement patients are able to leave the hospital within 1 to 5 days (often 2 or 3), and they can take care of themselves and resume most activities 6 weeks after surgery. The majority of patients are 90% recovered after 3 months, though it can take 6 months or longer before they are 100% recovered. Some knee replacement patients do not follow the typical recovery timeline. For example: ✅ Patients who did knee-strengthening exercises in preparation for surgery sometimes recover more quickly. ✅ Patients who are older, smoke, or have other medical conditions may take longer to heal. If you are considering or are having #kneereplacement surgery, it is best to consult both your surgeon and physical therapist to ensure that you are prepared for pre and post surgical recovery.#GetHereGetBetter

Total Knee Replacement Surgery: A Step-by-Step Guide https://hubs.ly/Q02yfXjV0

Understanding the Diathermy Machine: A Revolutionary Tool in Modern Surgery The diathermy machine is a game-changing device in the field of surgery. By using high-frequency electrical currents, it produces heat that enables surgeons to cut tissue precisely and control bleeding with minimal damage to surrounding areas. This not only ensures surgical accuracy, but also reduces recovery time for patients by preventing excessive bleeding and the need for traditional stitching. What makes diathermy unique is its ability to perform electrosurgical cutting and coagulation simultaneously, which is critical in procedures like general surgery, orthopedic surgery, gynecology, and even plastic surgery. Whether it's removing tumors, repairing tissues, or performing complex reconstructions, this device plays a crucial role in improving patient outcomes. By reducing the risk of complications and enhancing surgical precision, the diathermy machine contributes to safer, faster, and more effective surgeries. It’s found mainly in operating rooms and is essential to ensuring patient safety and optimal surgical performance. #SurgicalInnovation #MedicalDevices #HealthcareTechnology #BiomedicalEngineering #PatientSafety #SurgeryEquipment #Electrosurgery #HealthcareInnovation #Healthcare

I would like to show you another video on the topic of Y incision/Yang plastic surgery, building upon my previous posts. This video showcases one of the first surgeries I performed using this technique. The patient is a 74-year-old with a BMI of 25, who preoperatively had an aortic valve gradient of 124/75 mmHg, corresponding to an AVVR/DVR of 0.15. Intraoperatively, echocardiography revealed a left ventricular outflow tract (LVOT) diameter of 20 mm. The planned implant size for a Medtronic Mosaic valve was 23 mm, with a True ID of 19 mm. With the use of a 5 cm Hemashield patch for expansion, we were able to implant a size of 27 mm. Postoperatively, there were no new mitral valve insufficiency, no rethorax, no need for a pacemaker, and no ischemia. The postoperative gradient over the bioprosthetic aortic valve replacement was 17/7 mmHg, with an AVVR/DVR of 0.60. The patient was discharged on the tenth day after surgery.

New IAA blog: The Trouble with Tourniquets The widespread application of tourniquets during routine joint surgery is a troubling topic that has implications for the rates of post-operative arthrofibrosis. But questioning traditional surgical methods can be sensitive. If you’re an orthopaedic surgeon who uses tourniquets please read this blog knowing that it has been written with the best interests of those needing joint surgery at heart, and that could be any of us. I hope that you, and others, find the information below useful. 💥 The highest rates of post-operative arthrofibrosis are from total knee replacement and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction, in which tourniquets are routinely applied. One issue with tourniquets is that hypoxia (lack of oxygen) is among the most powerful drivers of fibrosis known and tourniquets create hypoxia by reducing blood flow. For this reason a growing number of arthrofibrosis surgeons avoid tourniquets during lysis of adhesion surgery (release of scar tissue). But what about other knee surgeries? The highest rates of post-operative arthrofibrosis are from total knee replacement (TKR) and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction (ACLR), in which tourniquets are routinely applied. It occurred to me that it’s not possible to apply tourniquets during total hip replacement surgery or shoulder surgery, yet these operations are safe and effective. So, I was interested to follow the scientific evidence supporting tourniquet use during routine surgical procedures (non-emergencies). I was surprised to read that despite their widespread application it’s been known for a long time that tourniquets are harmful, as explained below, and their use is at best controversial. Read more 👀 👇 https://lnkd.in/dGUtnfQh