Joint Care During COVID-19
Joint Care during COVID-19
Are you waiting for or recovering from a joint replacement surgery?
If yes, then this
is what you can do at home for your joint care.
Many elective
surgeries such as joint replacements are being postponed during this time of
the COVID-19 pandemic. Considering the situation, hospital staff and resources
are being made available for patients affected by the virus. Social distancing
is to be practised and people are being asked to avoid clinics and hospitals
unless there's an emergency. But what can you do to take care of your painful
joints during this period?
Whether you are
waiting to have an elective joint replacement, or you are recovering from
surgery at home, IndiCure has come up with few ways to improve your joint
health on your own. Let's discover more!
Painful joints can
hamper your daily activities. Moreover, at this time there is a lack of
physical activity. All you can do is taking your medications to manage the
painful joints and strengthen them as you await your new surgery date.
IndiCure spoke to
one of the esteemed orthopedic surgeons in India and he recommends some of the
useful measures to follow. Here’s what you can do before surgery is
rescheduled:
•
Follow medication guidelines as advised.
Your doctor must have advised medications like anti-inflammatory medications. Make sure
to take them on time. If you plan to take any over-the-counter pain relief
medication for your joint pain, then it is highly recommended to consult your
physician before taking them.
•
Applying ice packs or heat on an affected
painful joint can help you manage your pain.
•
Low-impact exercises or stretching can
help keep your joints and muscles mobile.
•
Try to lose weight. Did you know? For
every pound of weight you lose, your knees and hips can be unloaded by 3-5
pounds!
If you've had your
joint replacement surgery before or during this pandemic, then you will have a
hard time visiting your surgeon for follow-ups. But still, you can have a great
recovery.
Take your
prescribed medications on time, follow your exercise routine, and get a good
night’s sleep. These three factors have a big impact on the road to recovery
after your joint replacement surgery. Here’s what you can do after surgery:
•
Make sure to take your medications as
directed by your doctor. If you plan to have a changed course or switch to
over-the-counter medication, consult your doctor for better guidance.
•
Compression. elevation, ice packs, and
practice rest.
•
Strictly follow the exercise regime.
You can also refer
to our Patient Guide to Recovery After
Joint Replacement Surgery: https://indiasurgery.indicure.com/2019/09/recovery-after-joint-replacement.html
Although it’s best
to stay away from clinics and hospitals at this time unless you are seriously
ill, stay connected with your doctor when you experience the following problems
related to your joints:
•
Experiencing pain that isn’t controlled
by the prescribed medications
• Significantly increased swelling and/or pain
•
Concerns about incision
•
Persistent wound drainage
• Sustained an injury
The only option
left is to connect through the phone. You can check with your surgeon's office
for options that may help you connect virtually - such as a video call or
patient engagement app for your smartphone or tablet. Nowadays, many tele-health
options are emerging rapidly and are a potential tool to connect with your
healthcare team.
One must understand
that a delay in your scheduled surgery is the need for these trying times and
is for your benefit. Indirectly you are helping the community to give care
primarily to the people affected by the virus who are needier.
So, the staying
patient is the only key! If you have your surgery scheduled in India or willing
to schedule one, your surgeon will certainly reschedule cancelled surgeries and
address your needs as soon as possible.
The Indian
healthcare system is resilient. Elective surgeries or follow-up appointments
will definitely resume as soon as it is safe and the resources are available.
IndiCure requests our clients to please be patient!
Joint Replacement in India
India has emerged
out as the hub for the procedure. Indian Joint replacement surgeons are
considered among the best orthopedic surgeons in the world. They are
board-certified & extensively trained and have years of experience behind
them in performing the procedure. The joint replacement surgery in India
reviews are excellent & international patients travelling to India are all
praise for Indian doctors.
Learn more about the Best Hospitals and Surgeons for Joint Replacement
in India: https://indiasurgery.indicure.com/2015/12/safe-trip-for-joint-replacement-surgery-to-india.html
Besides excellent
facilities & highly trained doctors, knee replacement cost in India is also
a very lucrative factor that attracts a lot of medical tourists in India. For
example, the knee replacement cost in India is as less as USD 5000 for a single
joint & USD 10,000 for both joints.
The cost of knee replacement in India thus works well for those people
also who are on a tight budget but want to get relief from their knee joint
problems.
1. Mr. Brian Whittle, 89 year-old from Australia:
2. Mr. Edward from Nigeria: 3. Mr. Dwayne Winn from USA:
About IndiCure
So, what are you
waiting for? If you are willing to schedule your joint replacement surgery with
IndiCure, you can send us your medical
reports at info@indicure.com. Allow us to help you with your treatment
research, guide you with the treatment cost, and answer any queries you may
have. You can request a quote or even book a teleconsultation. You can travel
to India once this situation subsides.
IndiCure is one of the largest and most renowned medical tourism company offering medical travel to India in association with the best hospitals in India and most renowned surgeons. Write to us at info@indicure.com or Call or WhatsApp us at +91 9320036777 (India) if you are also looking for Joint Replacement in India.
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