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Why choose Lowcountry orthopedics?

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What does an occupational therapist at Lowcountry orthopaedics do?

Lowcountry Orthopaedics & Sports Medicine specializes in orthopedic surgery and pain management in Charleston, SC. Our highly trained and experienced physicians treat conditions related to sports injuries, the hip & knee, spine, hand, and foot & ankle. Same Day Appointments Attention Patients & Visitors: Face Coverings Required

What is an orthopedic physician?

Lowcountry Orthopedics is a pioneer in performing same-day joint replacement surgery utilizing the most advanced robotic-arm assisted surgery technology. The first private practice in the Lowcountry to develop this program in an outpatient surgery center setting, the Mako Robotic Joint Replacement Program allows patients to have total joint replacement surgery and return …

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How does an implantable drug pump work?

An implantable drug delivery system involves implanting a small pump that delivers pain medication directly to the spinal cord where pain signals travel. As the medication is delivered directly to the targeted area, smaller doses of medication are required to provide relief. An implantable drug delivery system is considered a last option when other methods of pain control are ineffective. Implanted drug pumps are effective in treating cancer pain, severe back pain, neuropathic pain, muscle spasticity, and post-operative pain.

How does neurostimulation work?

Neurostimulation provides pain relief by blocking the transmission of pain signals before they reach the brain. It involves delivering low-level electrical impulses to the brain, spinal cord, or nerves. This stimulation blocks the sensation of pain and replaces the painful sensations with a tingling sensation. It is a treatment option for patients with chronic pain in their back or limbs who had conservative treatments and found no relief. The system can be turned on and off by remote control or adjusted as required to provide optimal pain relief.

Causes of Spondylolysis

Spondylolysis occurs because of a defect or stress fracture in the pars interarticularis, the part of the lumbar spine joining the upper and lower joints. Genetic factors may play a role. Children born with thin vertebrae are prone to vertebral stress fractures.

Symptoms of Spondylolysis

Although initially, your child may not have any symptoms, lower back pain is apparent during their teenage growth spurt period. The pain worsens with vigorous physical activities and exercises. At times, the pain may feel like a muscle strain.

Diagnosis of Spondylolysis

Your surgeon diagnoses spondylolysis by reviewing your child’s family and medical history, performing a thorough physical examination and ordering imaging tests such as X-ray, CT scan or MRI scan.

Treatment of Spondylolysis

The primary treatment for spondylolysis is usually conservative. The goal of the conservative treatment is to reduce the pain, allow the fracture to heal and improve function. Conservative treatment options include:

Prevention of Spondylolysis

Although spondylolysis is not completely preventable, certain factors can reduce the risk of developing the condition:

Indications

• Neuromodulation can be used to treat patients with various diseases or symptoms, including headaches, chronic back pain, and other painful disorders.

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Types

Neurostimulation

Implanted Drug Pumps

Risks