Knee Arthroscopy
Arthroscopy refers to a
procedure in which a joint is
viewed using a small camera.
It allows Dr. Caffrey to
diagnose and treat knee
disorders by providing a clear
view of the inside of the
knee. Signs that you may be a
candidate for this procedure
include swelling, persistent pain, catching, giving way, and loss of
confidence in your knee. When other treatments, such as the regular
use of medications, knee supports, and physical therapy, have provided
minimal or no improvement, you may benefit from arthroscopy.
Total Joint Replacement
Osteoarthritis is the most
common reason for joint
replacement. Osteoarthritis is
caused by the wear and tear
of aging. It causes the
cartilage covering the joint
surfaces to wear out, resulting
in pain and stiffness. Total
joint replacement will be
considered if other treatment options will not relieve the pain and
disability. In joint replacement surgery, Dr. Caffrey will remove the
arthritic or damaged joint and replace it with an artificial joint, called a
prosthesis. This relieves pain and improves mobility.
Shoulder Arthroscopy
In an arthroscopic
examination, Dr. Caffrey
makes a small incision in the
patient's skin and then inserts
instruments that magnify and
illuminate the structures
inside the joint. This lets Dr.
Caffrey see the cartilage and
ligaments to determine the
amount or type of injury and then repair or correct the problem, if
necessary. Candidates for shoulder arthroscopy include patients with
chronic inflammation, rotator cuff tendon tears, impingement
syndrome, and recurrent dislocations.
Rotator Cuff Surgery
The rotator cuff is the group
of four muscles and tendons
that give the shoulder
mobility and stability.
Rotator cuff tears are most
commonly caused by
degeneration of the tendon,
and occur more frequently in
older patients. Some patients
find relief in non-surgical treatments, but surgery may be necessary for
patients with acute pain, weakness or loss of function. Dr. Caffrey can
perform minimally invasive surgery on many patients, often resulting in
less post-operative pain and stiffness, a shorter hospital stay, and
shorter recovery time.
ACL Surgery
A torn ACL will not heal
without surgery. To surgically
repair the ACL and restore
knee stability, the ligament
must be reconstructed. Dr.
Caffrey will replace the torn
ligament with a tissue graft,
which will act as a scaffolding
for a new ligament to grow
on. The goal of the ACL reconstruction surgery is to prevent instability
and restore the function of the torn ligament, creating a stable knee,
thus allowing the patient to return to full mobility. Because the
regrowth takes time, it may be six months or more before an athlete
can return to sports after ACL reconstruction surgery.
Dr. Caffrey’s Specialties
This page contains information about the most common procedures for
which Dr. Caffrey sees orthopaedic patients. For more general
information about Murphy Wainer Orthopedics Specialists, including
appointments, insurance and directions, please visit the Murphy
Wainer Web Site at www.murphywainer.com.
Serving Patients in:
Randolph County, Guilford County, Forsyth County, Davidson County,
and areas of Rockingham County and Alamance County, Greensboro,
High Point, Winston-Salem, Kernersville, Summerfield, Oak Ridge,
Stokesdale, Colfax, Pleasant Garden, Reidsville, Browns Summit,
Gibsonville, Whitsett, McLeansville,Julian, Jamestown and
surrounding areas
1130 North Church Street
Greensboro, NC 27401
Specializing in:
orthopedic surgery
total knee replacement
total hip replacement
total shoulder replacement
minimally invasive surgery
ACL reconstruction
arthroscopy
rotator cuff surgery
non-surgical orthopedics
spine & joint injections
Orthopedic Care for:
bone fractures
joint injuries
joint sprains
torn ligaments
rheumatoid arthritis
muscle strains
acute back pain
neck pain
sports injuries
musculoskelatal trauma