Elbow Arthroscopy To Treat Elbow Conditions
Orthopedic surgeons in Nairobi, Kenya at Orthobridge Institute offer advanced care in the treatment of pain and injuries
to the elbow including minimally invasive surgery for elbow pain.
Elbow Arthroscopy in Kenya
Elbow joints may get affected by inflammation, injury, or other disease conditions causing severe pain and requiring surgical treatment.
Elbow arthroscopy is a minimally invasive procedure designed to restore motion back to your life and relieve you from pain.
Please read on below to learn more about elbow arthroscopy, its benefits, and how we can be able to assist you.
What is elbow arthroscopy & what does it treat?
This procedure offers patients a relatively shorter recovery time as opposed to conventional “open” surgery.
Much less soft tissue is injured during the operation, leaving less room for post-surgery complications.
For instance, a patient with a compound fracture may have multiple fragments of the bone removed through arthroscopic surgery, but a replacement prosthetic most likely would not fit through a portal.
It is also very useful for arthritis, as tools capable of debriding can be inserted and used to smooth out the problematic bone surfaces in a minimally invasive manner.
When is elbow arthroscopy recommended?
Your doctor may recommend elbow arthroscopy if you have a painful condition that does not respond to nonsurgical treatment.
Nonsurgical treatment includes rest, physical therapy, and medications or injections that can reduce inflammation.
Inflammation is one of your body’s normal reactions to injury or disease. In an injured or diseased elbow joint, inflammation causes swelling, pain, and stiffness.
Injury, overuse, and age-related wear and tear are responsible for most elbow problems. Elbow arthroscopy may relieve painful symptoms of many problems that damage the cartilage surfaces and other soft tissues surrounding the joint.
Elbow arthroscopy may also be recommended to remove loose pieces of bone and cartilage or release scar tissue that is blocking motion.
Common arthroscopic procedures include:
- Treatment of tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis)
- Removal of loose bodies (loose cartilage and bone fragments)
- Release of scar tissue to improve range of motion
- Treatment of osteoarthritis (wear and tear arthritis)
- Treatment of rheumatoid arthritis (inflammatory arthritis)
- Treatment of osteochondritis dissecans (activity related damage to the capitellum portion of the humerus seen in throwers or gymnasts)
Your Elbow Arthroscopy with Col (Dr) Adari
Selected as a top orthopedic and trauma surgeon for his exemplary and extensive 26 years of service in the military, Col(Dr) Adari is known as a top-rated orthopedic & trauma surgeon in Kenya.
Col (Dr) Adari uses World-leading arthroscopy products by Arthrex designed to give you a shorter surgery time, less stay in the hospital, and much faster recovery time allowing you to return to function much earlier.
With extensive specialized training and experience in elbow arthroscopy, Col (Dr) Adari can restore comfort & function to your elbow joint to give you the freedom to perform your daily activities with ease again.
Risks & Complications Associated With Minimally Invasive Elbow Surgery
Stiffness may need to be addressed through rehabilitation.
Elbow arthroscopy is not appropriate for all elbow conditions and is dependent on the surgeon’s training, expertise, and comfort level.
Recovery after elbow arthroscopy
After your arthroscopy, you may be placed into an elbow splint that still allows you to use your hand. The amount of time in the splint will vary depending on what was performed at the time of surgery.
Elevating the arm is important to prevent excessive swelling and pain after your surgery.
Certain conditions require that you begin therapy right away, and others may not require it at all.
This procedure often allows the patient to go home the same day, but occasionally, depending on the condition, a hospital stay may be needed.
How can you care for yourself at home after elbow arthroscopy?
- Rest when you feel tired. Getting enough sleep will help you recover. Use pillows to raise your elbow and arm above the level of your heart.
- Your doctor will tell you how often and how much you can move your elbow and arm.
- Try to walk each day. Start by walking a little more than you did the day before. Bit by bit, increase the amount you walk. Walking boosts blood flow and helps prevent pneumonia and constipation
- You may have a sling for comfort. Begin to move your elbow as soon as you can, unless your doctor has told you not to. This will help keep your elbow from getting stiff after surgery.
- For the first few weeks after surgery, avoid lifting anything that could strain your elbow. This may include a child, heavy grocery bags and milk containers, a heavy briefcase or backpack, cat litter or dog food bags, or a vacuum cleaner.
- Do not use your arm for repeated movements until it has healed for a few weeks. These include painting or vacuuming.
- If you have a desk job, you will probably be able to return to work or your normal routine in a few days. If you lift heavy objects or do physical labor at work, it may be 1 to 2 months before you can return.
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Out of country patients
Because of Col (Dr) Adari’s extensive training and experience in elbow arthroscopy, patients travel from all areas of the world for their elbow arthroscopy in Kenya.
If you are an out of the country patient, feel free to let us know so we can accommodate an appropriate time for your consultation with Col (Dr) Adari.
Col (Dr) Adari is known as a top-rated orthopedic & trauma surgeon for elbow arthroscopy in Nairobi, Kenya, and across East Africa, Central Africa, and West Africa.
If you are work – traveling expatriate on diplomatic missions, feel free to contact us so we can accommodate an appropriate time best suited to you for your consultation with Col (Dr) Adari.
Contact us today to reserve your consultation, we are more than happy to assist you with any queries you may have prior to seeing the doctor.
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