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)Capsular Release
Arthroscopic release of the tightened joint capsule, for a frozen shoulder that has not improved with physical therapy and time.
Frozen Shoulder Treatment
The shoulder joint is enclosed in a capsule of connective tissue. In a frozen shoulder, also called adhesive capsulitis, that capsule becomes inflamed, thickens and tightens, and the shoulder gradually loses movement in every direction. The condition usually passes through a painful stage, a stiff stage and a slow stage of recovering movement, over many months. At PRIME Orthopedics & Regenerative Center, Dr. Abbasi, board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, offers non-surgical care first, and performs arthroscopic capsular release for a shoulder whose stiffness does not resolve.
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 a frozen shoulder get better on its own?
Many frozen shoulders improve without an operation, over a period that can run to many months. Physical therapy is used to keep the shoulder moving during that time, and surgery is considered only for a shoulder that remains stiff and painful after it.
What causes a frozen shoulder?
Often there is no clear cause. It can follow a period in which the shoulder was kept still, such as after an injury or an operation, and it is more common in people with diabetes.
Is a frozen shoulder the same as arthritis?
No. In a frozen shoulder the joint surfaces are usually healthy, and the problem is the capsule around them. In arthritis the cartilage surfaces themselves are worn. The examination and imaging are used to tell the two apart.
Why does physical therapy matter so much after the operation?
The release loosens the capsule, and the physical therapy that follows keeps the shoulder from tightening again while it heals. The stretching begins within days of the operation and continues at home for several months.
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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