{"id":887,"date":"2021-09-10T10:11:56","date_gmt":"2021-09-10T16:11:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/?p=887"},"modified":"2021-10-19T10:23:59","modified_gmt":"2021-10-19T16:23:59","slug":"what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Expect When Getting Minimally Invasive Surgery"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have an orthopaedic injury that requires treatment, but the prospect of surgery is a bit frightening? You\u2019re not alone \u2014 many people are reluctant to consider surgery, even in the face of a debilitating ailment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Traditional open surgery can be invasive, and can also take significantly longer to recover from than minimally invasive or <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">laparoscopic<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> surgery. Fortunately, there are ways to treat many orthopaedic injuries without the need for traditional, open surgery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, we will go over what to expect when you undergo minimally invasive surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6643279cc0b8c\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6643279cc0b8c\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/#What_Is_Minimally_Invasive_Surgery\" title=\"What Is Minimally Invasive Surgery?\">What Is Minimally Invasive Surgery?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/#What_To_Expect_From_Minimally_Invasive_Surgery\" title=\"What To Expect From Minimally Invasive Surgery\">What To Expect From Minimally Invasive Surgery<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/#1_You_Can_Expect_Less_Pain\" title=\"#1. You Can Expect Less Pain\">#1. You Can Expect Less Pain<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/#2_You_Can_Expect_Minimal_Scarring\" title=\"#2. You Can Expect Minimal Scarring\">#2. You Can Expect Minimal Scarring<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/#3_You_Can_Expect_Faster_Recovery_Time\" title=\"#3. You Can Expect Faster Recovery Time\">#3. You Can Expect Faster Recovery Time<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/#4_You_Can_Expect_A_Shorter_Hospital_Stay\" title=\"#4. You Can Expect A Shorter Hospital Stay\">#4. You Can Expect A Shorter Hospital Stay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/#5_You_Can_Expect_Lowered_Risk\" title=\"#5. You Can Expect Lowered Risk\">#5. You Can Expect Lowered Risk<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/#Finding_the_Right_Orthopedic_Surgeon\" title=\"Finding the Right Orthopedic Surgeon\">Finding the Right Orthopedic Surgeon<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Minimally_Invasive_Surgery\"><\/span><b>What Is Minimally Invasive Surgery?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b><i>Minimally Invasive Surgery<\/i><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reduces discomfort and recovery time associated with more typical open surgery through minimal incisions. You can achieve this through the use of tools and endoscopic devices. The inherent advantages of such procedures include less pain, a quick recovery time, and minimal scarring.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_To_Expect_From_Minimally_Invasive_Surgery\"><\/span><b>What To Expect From Minimally Invasive Surgery<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before undergoing minimally invasive surgery, it\u2019s natural to be nervous and curious about what will happen. Let\u2019s go over what you can expect with minimally invasive vs traditional surgery.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_You_Can_Expect_Less_Pain\"><\/span><b>#1. You Can Expect Less Pain<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">People who undergo this type of surgery can expect less pain than those who undergo traditional open surgery. That might be surprising to some, but it\u2019s true. Incisions are far smaller and more localized, meaning there is less cutting, stitching, and healing time. And because there is less pressure put on the wound during the surgery, there is usually much less pain involved.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_You_Can_Expect_Minimal_Scarring\"><\/span><b>#2. You Can Expect Minimal Scarring<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may not think this affects you at all, but it does. It can be a big deal because the more visible the scar, the more self-conscious a person may become about their body. So if you\u2019re looking to avoid seeing a large scar in the mirror every day, then minimally invasive surgery might be the right option.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_You_Can_Expect_Faster_Recovery_Time\"><\/span><b>#3. You Can Expect Faster Recovery Time<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When compared to open surgeries, people who undergo minimally invasive surgery recover <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/tests-procedures\/minimally-invasive-surgery\/about\/pac-20384771\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">considerably faster<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. They will experience less pain and less stitching, which means it takes a lot less time to heal after surgery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Compared to open surgeries, people who undergo minimally invasive surgeries can return to regular life activities sooner after their procedure is complete.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Large amounts of tissue no longer need to be removed thanks to minimally invasive procedures that use laparoscopic cameras and other small, specialized equipment. Smaller incisions are less painful, and they also heal more quickly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_You_Can_Expect_A_Shorter_Hospital_Stay\"><\/span><b>#4. You Can Expect A Shorter Hospital Stay<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another thing to keep in mind is that you\u2019ll be spending <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org\/hometown-health\/speaking-of-health\/multiple-benefits-to-minimally-invasive-surgery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">less time in the hospital<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Since your recovery time is faster, your hospital stay will be shorter. Many patients can go home after only one night spent in the hospital.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_You_Can_Expect_Lowered_Risk\"><\/span><b>#5. You Can Expect Lowered Risk<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Minimally invasive procedures are widely considered to be a better option than traditional open surgery, and have replaced many traditional surgery techniques in OR\u2019s across the world. That means you\u2019ll have the same outcomes as if you were undergoing open surgery but with reduced risks involved.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During MIS, there is a much lower risk of infection. That\u2019s in part because the incision is minimal, and the healing time required to keep the wound open is heavily reduced as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Finding_the_Right_Orthopedic_Surgeon\"><\/span><b>Finding the Right Orthopedic Surgeon<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thunder Basin Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, our surgeons are well-experienced and specialize in treating various orthopedic injuries, including sports injuries. Our trained staff and experienced surgeons offer the best possible treatment and utmost care to each individual. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You may need a joint replacement for a number of reasons such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, post-traumatic arthritis, or even a sports injury. These conditions lead to considerable pain, as well as a limited range of motion. At <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thunder Basin Orthopaedics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, we will work with you to evaluate whether you are a good candidate for a joint replacement by looking at your medical history as well as performing a physical exam and taking x-rays.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are ready to take the first steps towards pain-free joints, please <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/contact-us\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">request an appointment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with us today.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you have an orthopaedic injury that requires treatment, but the prospect of surgery is a bit frightening? You\u2019re not alone \u2014 many people are reluctant to consider surgery, even in the face of a debilitating ailment.\u00a0 Traditional open surgery can be invasive, and can also take significantly longer to recover from than minimally invasive &#8230; <a title=\"What to Expect When Getting Minimally Invasive Surgery\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/what-to-expect-when-getting-minimally-invasive-surgery\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about What to Expect When Getting Minimally Invasive Surgery\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":890,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[16],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/887"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=887"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/887\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":895,"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/887\/revisions\/895"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/890"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=887"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=887"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/thunderbasinortho.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=887"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}