Post-operative Exercises

Post-operative Exercises – Overview Post-operative exercises are recommended for pain management, strength training and recovery following surgery. Exercise is generally beneficial for healthy living and wellness and postoperative exercises are even more important. Advantages of Postoperative exercises The advantages of post-op exercise are as follows: 1. Restore normal movement to Read more…

Le Fort Osteotomies

Osteotomy is the surgical procedure whereby a bone is cut to shorten or lengthen it or to change its alignment. Le Fort Osteotomy refers to the group of osteotomies carried out to treat various degrees of maxillary fractures and deformities. Maxillary fractures account for approximately 6-25% of all facial fractures. Read more…

Periacetabular Osteotomy

Periacetabular Osteotomy – Overview Periacetabular osteotomy is a surgery carried out to treat a condition called hip dysplasia. Hip dysplasia is an abnormality of the hip joint where the acetabulum (socket) does not fully cover the femoral head (ball), resulting in an increased risk for joint dislocation and osteoarthritis. Symptoms Read more…

Patella Surgery

Patella Surgery – Overview The patella, also known as the kneecap is a circular-triangular bone that covers and protects the anterior articular surface of the knee joint. Patella surgery may be indicated in several conditions associated with the patella. Reasons for Patella Surgery There may be the need for surgical Read more…