Even though total hip replacement surgery has been performed since 1962, new innovations continue to improve results and ease recovery. OAL doctors are performing a new “mini-incision” approach to total hip replacement in selected patients. This approach allows the standard total hip replacement to be done with two small incisions, without removing as much important muscle from around the hip joint. It also allows for more comfortable and earlier weight-bearing and a quicker rehabilitation.
Minimally Invasive
Total Knee Replacement
Total knee replacements have also been done since the mid 1960s. OAL doctors are now doing this standard total knee replacement through a smaller incision and, more importantly, without splitting as much of the important quadriceps tendon. This technique requires the use of special instruments to assure that the fit and alignment of the replacement is precise and accurate. Although this approach is more difficult than the standard knee replacement, it is our hope that it will allow for a faster recovery, with less pain and stiffness.
Unicompartmental
Total Knee Replacement
A small group of patients have their arthritis limited to one side (medial, inside or lateral, outside) of the knee joint. In these selected patients, a knee replacement that resurfaces only the inside or outside of the knee can be performed by our OAL doctors. This procedure is done through a much smaller incision and usually results in a faster and less painful recovery.
“Locking” Plates for Bone Fractures
OAL doctors are using this newest technology to surgically fix broken bones.
When most fractures are fixed, screws and plates are used to hold the broken
bones together. The screws go through the plate but only “lock” into the bone.
With this new technology, the screws are not only threaded into the bone but
also are secured to the plate through a separate bolt-like thread. This new design construction allows for a more rigid fix of the fractures and increases the likelihood
of proper bone healing.
Hand Therapy
Hand Therapy
From diagnosis and treatment, through recovery and rehabilitation, the
OAL Hand Center provides a full complement of services to help patients
return to optimal functioning as quickly and safely as possible.
Our team of therapists has undergone advanced training in their area of
expertise - upper extremity rehabilitation and splinting and will
develop a treatment plan tailored to the individual's diagnosis and
needs.
Hand Therapy services are available at both of our North Pointe and Willow Street locations.
Hours:
Monday, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tuesday - Thursday 7 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Body Imaging
X-ray
Mini C-Arm Imaging
When X-rays are necessary for your orthopedic diagnosis and treatment, our office has two state-of-the-art X-ray units and a staff of Registered Radiologic Technologists to perform the studies ordered by our doctors. These X-rays are reviewed by your OAL doctor and a report is issued.
Osteoporosis Diagnosis and Treatment
Osteoporosis is a serious healthcare problem. We are committed to its diagnosis and treatment. We offer, without charge, heel ultrasound screening, which may suggest underlying osteoporosis and the need for additional studies. Our staff and doctors also are available to offer this service, as well as appropriate counseling, at various health fairs.
MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
OAL MRI
Better imaging, diagnosis and treatment are at
the heart
of OAL
MRI's
investment
in some
of the
most
advanced
imaging equipment available - it is truly and investment
in our
patients.
To learn more about our products and services
at OAL
MRI Willow Street and OAL MRI North
Pointe
visit us at www.oalmri.com
Sports Medicine
We specialize in treating grade school, high school, and collegiate
athletes as well as recreational and occupational injuries.
Treatments include:
- Spinal Stabilization Techniques
- Anti-Inflammatory Modalities: ultrasound, electrical stimulation,
and iontophoresis
- Progressive Resistive Exercises
- Gait Training
- Sports-Specific Drills
- Isokinetic Strengthening
Orthopedic Trauma Surgery
Orthopedic Associates of Lancaster has participated in caring for orthopedic needs
of trauma patients at Lancaster General Hospital since the hospital became a trauma center in 1987. Since 2000, we have been the primary providers of orthopedic trauma care, which allows us to take care of all kinds of fractures and musculoskeletal injuries. This commitment to caring for the most severe orthopedic injuries gives us the experience to treat all types of orthopedic injuries with confidence using the most advanced treatment methods.
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