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)Shoulder Replacement
Anatomic and reverse total shoulder replacement for a shoulder worn by advanced arthritis or badly damaged by a fracture.
Shoulder Arthritis Treatment
The shoulder is a ball and socket joint, and both surfaces are covered in smooth cartilage that lets the arm move freely. In arthritis that cartilage wears away, the bone surfaces rub against each other, and the joint becomes painful and stiff. The same joint can also be damaged beyond repair by a severe fracture, or by a large rotator cuff tear that has been present for years. At PRIME Orthopedics & Regenerative Center, Dr. Abbasi, board certified in orthopedic surgery and sports medicine, performs both anatomic and reverse total shoulder 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.
What is the difference between an anatomic and a reverse replacement?
An anatomic replacement keeps the shoulder's natural arrangement of ball and socket and depends on a working rotator cuff. A reverse replacement swaps the ball and the socket so that the deltoid muscle can lift the arm, which is why it is used where the rotator cuff no longer works. The choice is made with you before the operation.
Is a shoulder replacement performed arthroscopically?
No. A replacement is an open operation, performed through an incision at the front of the shoulder, because the implant has to be fitted into the joint.
How long does the recovery take?
The arm is usually in a sling for the first few weeks, everyday tasks return over the weeks that follow, and strength continues to build over several months. Your own plan is set by Dr. Abbasi at your follow-up, under the protocol for your type of replacement.
Will I have to limit what I do afterward?
Heavy lifting and activities that load the shoulder with impact are generally avoided after a replacement, to protect the implant. Dr. Abbasi will go through the limits that apply to your shoulder and to what you intend to return to.
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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