People who undergo arthroscopic knee surgery often need to have their leg placed in a cast to help keep it immobilized while they recover. However, new research suggests that individuals who have their leg casted after knee surgery are at an increased risk for deep venous thromboembolisms or pulmonary embolisms. Blood clots like these can […]
4 Ways to Manage Post-Operative Pain
Post operative pain management is an essential part of any surgery for both the surgeon and the patient. Gone are the days of prescribing a couple of Vicodin, waving goodbye to the patient after surgery, and letting them suffer without guidance. Here are the 4 best ways to manage post-op pain according to a skilled […]
