- male
- 30 Years
- 14/08/2025
My middle finger is broken and I think I might need surgery what kind of doctor should I see for this and what should I expect?
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View allMy brother broke his leg bone into two or three pieces and already had surgery. Now the doctors are suggesting another surgery to insert a rod or plate. What's the difference between using a rod versus a plate for his bone and is one better than the other for his situation?
In fracture repair, rods and plates both serve to stabilize broken bones and aid in healing. Rods are typically inserted into the center of the bone, while plates are secured to the outside of the bone with screws. The best choice depends on the specific fracture, the location of the break, and the surgeon's preference
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My wife has had tennis elbow in her left hand for a long time and already got three injections. Now the doctor is recommending surgery is that the only option left or are there other treatments we could try first?
surgery advised lateral epicondyle release surgery at apollo hospital.
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I've been struggling with really tight hamstrings and can barely move my back properly are there any good physiologists who can help? I'm considering hamstring lengthening surgery but don't know much about how it works or what recovery looks like afterward. What should I expect if I go through with it?
The operation is done through a small cut in the skin. Through this small opening, little cuts are made into the tight muscles so they can be stretched and made longer.
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