What are your business hours?
Our practice hours are from 9:00am to 4:30pm, Monday through Thursday, and 8:30am to 12:30pm on Friday. Appointments can be made by telephoning our
practice at + 64 9 523 7053.
Why
is arthroscopy necessary?
Diagnosing injuries and disease begins with a
thorough medical history, physical examination, and
usually X-rays. Additional tests such as an MRI, or CT
scan also may be needed. Through the arthroscope, a
final diagnosis is made which may be more accurate than
through "open" surgery or from X-ray studies.
What are the
joints that can be viewed with an Arthroscope?
Although the inside of nearly all joints can be
viewed with an arthroscope, six joints are most
frequently examined with this instrument. These include
the knee, shoulder, elbow, ankle, hip, and wrist. As
engineers make advances in electronic technology and
orthopaedic surgeons develop new techniques, other
joints may be treated more frequently in the future.
Will physical therapy be required after surgery?
Getting a full range of motion, strength and flexibility back after surgery
usually takes time. That's where pre-operative exercise and education and post-operative physical
therapy programs come in - to ensure you're physically and emotionally prepared
for surgery and to maximize your recovery after surgery.
What should I bring with me when I come for an appointment?
When you come for your appointment Remember to bring the following:
- Referral letter from GP, family physician or other doctor
- For ACC patients, bring in the relevant ACC details, including Claim Number and Date of Injury
- If you have private medical insurance, then have your Private Hospital Insurance information with you
- Copies of results, x-rays, MRI's. CT scans etc and any other relevant information
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