David F. Beigler MD

Learn More About Bone Injuries and Arthroscopy Surgery!

If you have pain due to a sports injury or other ailment, David F. Beigler can help. We can walk you through all of your questions and concerns regarding ACL injury and treatment, arthroscopic surgery, bone fractures, and joint replacement surgery. Call us at (847) 505-0368 or learn more from our resources below.

• Learn the causes and symptoms of an ACL injury at WebMD.com.
• For more detailed information on arthroscopic surgery, check out this article from MedicineNet.com.
• Find a brief overview of the benefits of arthroscopy at the Arthroscopy Association of North America.
• The Better Health Channel describes the different types of bone fractures and how they are treated.
• Learn what is involved in shoulder replacement surgery at the National Institutes of Health’s Medline Plus.

Orthopedic Health Tips

Taking proper care of your bones, muscles, and joints can help you enjoy lifetime agility. Watch this brief video to learn how you can protect your joints and help them heal rapidly after injury.

A simple way to preserve your joint health is to thoroughly warm up before commencing any physical activity. If you have a joint injury, ice it for periods of 15 to 20 minutes and take an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory drug, such as aspirin. Be sure to avoid any physical activity that aggravates the injury.

If joint pain has been interfering with your ability to participate in normal daily activities, visit David F. Beigler, MD. Call (847) 505-0368 today to schedule an appointment.

A Quick Look at Today's Orthopaedic Surgical Procedures

Orthopaedic surgery involves the treatment of issues in the musculoskeletal system, including trauma and abnormalities of the bones, muscles, joints, ligaments, and tendons. Many modern orthopaedic surgical techniques are designed to be minimally invasive to the body in order to facilitate healing. Here are some of the most common types of procedures performed by orthopaedic surgeons:

• Joint Replacement
  In a hip, knee, or shoulder replacement, the end of each bone in the joint is reshaped in order to accommodate a metal head, which is anchored in place using bone cement. To replace the friction-reducing cartilage that was removed, a polyethylene disc is attached to the end of one of the bones. The replacement joint is then moved back and forth to ensure that all parts fit together properly before being sealed up with stitches or staples.
• Arthroscopy
  During this surgical technique, a small camera, called an arthroscope, is inserted into a joint so the surgeon can view the problem without having to make a large incision. Small arthroscopic tools are then inserted through different incisions, enabling the easy removal of problematic structures such as bone spurs and loose cartilage. After arthroscopic surgery, the incisions are closed up and bandaged, and the patient can generally return home within a day.
• Fracture Treatment with Screws
  When fractures occur that involve either multiple breaks or joints such as the hip, it may be necessary to implant surgical screws in order to facilitate healing. First, the bones are manually realigned, and then holes are drilled perpendicularly to the fracture. Screws are inserted into the holes to hold the bones together while they heal and are left in permanently, barring any complications.

For more information about your orthopaedic surgery options, call David F. Beigler, MD at (847) 505-0368. Dr. Beigler has been providing orthopaedic solutions and sports medicine to patients in Glenview, IL the Chicago area for over two decades.

See What Dr. David Beigler Can Do For Your Pain And Dysfunction

If you have found our recent articles on orthopaedic surgery helpful, you may benefit from visiting the following links. To learn more about total joint replacement and arthroscopy, call David F. Beigler, MD at (847) 505-0368.

• Learn about osteoarthritis of the hip on this page from the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
• For an overview of anterior approach total hip replacement, read this article from Orthogate.org.
• HipFAI.com provides a detailed explanation of femoral acetabular impingement and its potential treatments.
• Find out what recovery after a hip replacement entails on this page from the Mayo Clinic.
• AAOS.org describes some considerations when recovering from knee surgery at home.

What to Expect When Recovering from Orthopaedic Surgery

If you have an upcoming appointment for a hip, knee, or shoulder replacement, you may be wondering what you can expect during the recovery process. Here is an overview of some of the aspects of orthopaedic surgical aftercare:

• Physical Therapy
  You will likely begin to work with a physical therapist within a day or two after surgery. This helps to ensure that you retain mobility in the affected area and teaches you how to move it without injuring it.
• Alternate Transportation
  Surgery to the limbs means that you may not be able to perform the motions necessary to safely drive. Be sure to arrange for someone to drive you home from the hospital as well as to take you to future follow-up appointments.
• Assistance with Chores and Errands
  Since your mobility will be limited for a few weeks, enlist the help of friends and family members to go shopping for you, prepare meals, clean the house, and reach heavy or inconveniently placed items.
• Wound Care
  If your incision feels painful, you can soothe it by placing an ice pack on the area for a few minutes. Bandaging the incision can help protect it against irritation from contact with clothing and objects. Be sure not to let the incision get wet until your physician says that it is fully healed.
• Blood Clot Prevention
  If you have had surgery on your knee or hip, you may be at increased risk for the formation of blood clots due to reduced mobility. Your physician will explain how you can minimize this risk using compression stockings, blood-thinning medication, and gentle leg exercises.

Call David F. Beigler, MD at (847) 505-0368 if you have any questions regarding post-surgical aftercare. As a qualified orthopaedic surgeon with over 28 years of experience, Dr. Beigler seeks to ensure the health and wellbeing of all his patients.