Post-op Flashcards
(13 cards)
1
Q
2 main reasons for ortho surgery
A
pain & function
2
Q
what info must be known for post-op pts?
A
- procedure (op note)
- reason for procedure
- outcome stats
- age & co-morbidities
- lifestyle & desired activities
- access to support
3
Q
T/F: surgery restarts the connective tissue healing model
A
T
4
Q
which heals better: extra or intra capsular
A
extra
5
Q
how long does bone take to heal?
A
5 weeks - 3 months
6
Q
can a reverse TSA be converted to a normal TSA?
A
NO
(but normal can be converted to reverse)
7
Q
how long will a THR or TKR be in PT?
A
3-6 months
8
Q
how long will a RCR be in PT?
A
6 months
9
Q
adverse effects of Bankart repair?
A
decreased proprioception
mild instability
10
Q
how long will a be Bankart repair in PT?
A
6-9 mo
11
Q
how long will a be UCL repair in PT?
A
9-12 mo
12
Q
most common places for autologous chondrocyte implantation
A
femoral condyle
tibial plateau
talar dome
13
Q
how long does grade 3 muscle strain take to heal?
A
up to 6 mo
