I went to Doctor Abbasi after going to physical therapy for 30 sessions for a medial meniscus tear. The physical therapy definitely helped build strength but still had reduced range of motion and pain for my sport activity which is dancing (ballet, jazz). I wanted to give physical therapy a chance before considering PRP. After speaking with Dr Abbasi who is expertly knowledgeable, I decided to do my first round of PRP. It truly was a breeze, thanks to his medical assistants Karla and Kayla who assisted. Doctor Abassi is a pro at doing PRP. For me, it was as easy as getting a flu shot.. I went back a month later for follow up and concluded my improvement was about 50 to 60% better for pain and overall mobility. I can now sit down in a squat position with both knees to put on my dog’s leash as well as do some yoga movements which I could not do before like a yogi squat. I also have more mobility in my affected knee during dance classes. Dr. Abassi explained that a second round of PRP would likely benefit based on the many patients he has seen and also his own personal experience with PRP. Although there are no guarantees, I feel that it’s worth it in the long run for my quality of life and being able to continue my passion for dance In my retirement. I had my second PRP today and hoping for even more improvement.The office is impeccable and the staff caring and competent. Worth looking into especially if your injury is holding you back from what you love to do or affecting daily routine.
Read more on Google (opens in a new tab)Ankle Arthroscopy
Surgery through small incisions with a camera, to see inside the ankle joint and treat what is found there.
What Ankle Arthroscopy Treats
Ankle arthroscopy uses a small camera, passed into the joint through an incision a few millimeters long, to show the inside of the ankle on a screen. Small instruments passed through other incisions then treat what the camera finds. It is used for problems inside the joint that cause pain, swelling, catching or stiffness, often after an injury such as a sprain. At PRIME Orthopedics & Regenerative Center, Dr. Abbasi, board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, performs ankle arthroscopy.
Common Questions
Do I have to have surgery?
Not necessarily. Treatment begins with the most conservative appropriate option, and Dr. Abbasi recommends surgery only when he believes it is warranted.
If I have had an MRI, why is arthroscopy needed?
Imaging comes first and guides the decision. Arthroscopy lets the inside of the joint be seen directly, which can settle a diagnosis that imaging has left uncertain, and the problem is usually treated in the same operation.
Will I need crutches or a boot?
For a short period, often. How long depends on what was done inside the joint: removing a fragment or scar tissue generally has a shorter recovery than treating a cartilage lesion.
How long until I am back to sport?
It depends on what was treated. Return to running and sport usually takes several months, and longer where a cartilage lesion was treated. The timeline is set by how the ankle recovers rather than by the calendar.
What are the risks of ankle arthroscopy?
As with any operation, they include infection and stiffness. Small nerves run close to the incisions at the front of the ankle, and irritation of one can cause numbness on the top of the foot. The risks are discussed with you before the operation.
Do you take insurance?
Most PPO plans are accepted for consultations and surgical care. Regenerative injections are paid for directly. Please call the office to confirm what applies to your plan.
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