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.
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Treatment of a separated AC joint, from a sling for the lower grades to surgical repair or reconstruction for the higher ones.
AC Joint Separation Treatment
The acromioclavicular, or AC, joint is where the collarbone meets the top of the shoulder blade, and it is held together by ligaments around and beneath it. A separation happens when those ligaments are stretched or torn, most often in a fall directly onto the point of the shoulder, and the injury is graded by how far the collarbone has moved out of place. At PRIME Orthopedics & Regenerative Center, Dr. Abbasi, board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, offers both non-surgical treatment and surgical repair of the joint.
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.
How is an AC joint separation graded?
By how badly the ligaments are torn and how far the collarbone has moved out of position, seen on examination and on X-ray. The lower grades are stretched or partly torn ligaments with little displacement; the higher grades are complete tears with the collarbone well out of place.
Is an AC joint separation the same as a dislocated shoulder?
No. A dislocated shoulder is the ball of the main shoulder joint coming out of its socket. An AC joint separation is an injury to the smaller joint at the top of the shoulder, where the collarbone meets the shoulder blade.
Will the bump on my shoulder go away without surgery?
A visible bump often remains after non-surgical treatment of a separation. It is a change in the shape of the shoulder, and on its own it is not usually the reason to operate.
How long is the arm in a sling after surgery?
Usually for around the first six weeks, while the repair is protected. Dr. Abbasi sets the timing for your shoulder at your follow-up.
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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