Emmi Patient Education
Emmi is a series of free, unique, web-based educational programs for Methodist patients that make complex medical information easy to understand.
Elbow Arthroscopy
Arthroscopy is a technique of placing a tiny video camera inside the joint through a small incision (portal) in the skin. Additional portals allow access for other specialized instruments, so that the surgeon may perform the entire surgical procedure while watching on a computer monitor, rather than having to make a traditional incision. Some benefits of this technique when compared to open-incision surgery include less pain, faster recovery, less bleeding, lower risk of infection, and improved cosmetic appearance.
Elbow Replacement (Elbow Arthroplasty)
Arthroplasty is the term used to describe the procedure of replacing worn out joint surfaces with a metal and plastic substitute (prosthesis). Arthritis is the most common diagnosis in patients undergoing elbow replacement. The replacement has smooth gliding surfaces, which provide pain relief and improved function. There are different surgical options, including partial and total elbow replacement, and the decision is often based on patient age and desired activity level.
