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Read more on Google (opens in a new tab)Total Elbow Replacement
An operation that replaces the damaged elbow joint with an artificial hinged joint, for advanced Arthritis and some fractures.
Elbow Arthritis Treatment
The elbow is a hinge where the upper arm bone meets the two bones of the forearm, and it places the hand wherever it needs to be, from the mouth to the floor. In Arthritis the cartilage covering those surfaces wears away, and the joint becomes painful and stiff. Arthritis of the elbow can follow an old injury, can come from wear over time, or can be part of an inflammatory condition such as rheumatoid Arthritis. A Total Elbow Replacement replaces the damaged joint with an artificial hinge. At PRIME Orthopedics & Regenerative Center, Dr. Abbasi, board certified in Orthopedic Surgery and Sports Medicine, performs Total Elbow Replacement.
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.
Will I have limits on lifting afterward?
Yes. An elbow replacement is a mechanical hinge, and heavy or repeated lifting wears and loosens it. The operation carries a lifelong limit on how much that arm lifts, and the limit is explained before the operation, not after it.
Could arthroscopy be done instead?
Sometimes. Where the Arthritis is at an earlier stage, removing the spurs and loose fragments that block movement arthroscopically is often the first operation considered, particularly for younger and more active people. Once the joint surfaces are worn away, arthroscopy has less to offer.
When can I use the arm for everyday tasks?
Light everyday use returns over the first weeks and months, as the wound heals and Physical Therapy restores movement. The timing is set at your follow-up visits rather than by the calendar.
Will the replacement need attention later?
An implant can wear or loosen over time, and it is checked with X-rays at follow-up. A replacement that has worn or loosened can be revised with a further operation.
Do you take insurance?
Medicare and 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.To check your plan, call (561) 465-8884, or Book an Appointment.
Have a question that is not answered here? Call (561) 465-8884, or Book an Appointment to arrange a visit.
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