Jewett Orthopedic Appointment (2024)

FAQs

What happens during an orthopedic exam? ›

Physical Examination

For example, severe joint pain may prohibit you from simple activities such as opening jars. For the physical exam, the doctor will evaluate your strength, reflexes, range of motion, and skin condition. He or she may have you stand up, sit down, and lie down.

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Wear loose fitting clothing; the doctor must be able to examine the area without restriction.

Common orthopaedic tests include bone densitometry, skeletal scintigraphy, discography, myelography and electromyography. Most of these tests rely on proven technology, such as X-ray, MRI, ultrasound and computed tomography.

Depending on the diagnosis, orthopedic doctors offer state-of-the-art nonsurgical and surgical treatment methods and provide care for a full range of hand and finger injuries and conditions.

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In general, orthopaedics is the preferred spelling in British English, while American English typically favors the simpler orthopedics.

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During orthopedic surgery, your doctors will administer anesthesia to numb the surgical area. For more complex surgeries, they use anesthesia to induce unconsciousness and prevent pain during the operation.

What should I tell my orthopedic doctor? ›

Your orthopedic specialist will do a thorough evaluation of your condition. They will ask about your medical history and any conditions in your family history. You may need to inform your orthopedic specialist about your activity level and any previous injury or surgical procedure you have had.

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Perform a physical examination

They may also collect other information about your physical health, such as your weight, height, heart rate and blood pressure. In some cases, a nurse or medical assistant might help gather some of this information.

There are many different types of diagnostic tests, but the primary tests are physical examination, X-rays, MRIs, and CT Scans. If you are experiencing chronic orthopedic pain, contact Dr.

EMG stands for electromyography. During this part of the test an electrode is used and it measures electrical activities of the muscles. The combination of the EMG and the nerve conduction study can determine both peripheral nerve problems as well as muscle problems.

They order laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging tests such as X-rays, computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and ultrasound.

The most important aspects to consider when conducting an orthopedic examination are symmetry of muscle, stature, and joint movement.

Most people are prescribed various painkillers and anti-inflammatory drugs before and after orthopedic surgery. During a follow-up visit, the orthopedic surgeon will assess your bone or joint health and adjust your medication accordingly. This helps to make your disease and medication-side-effect free.