Category: Ortho Surgeon
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Pain After Orthopedic Surgery: What’s Normal and How We Manage It
Hello, I’m Dr. Shashikanth Rasakatla. One of the biggest concerns my patients have before undergoing orthopedic surgery is the pain they’ll experience afterward. It’s a completely valid and understandable fear. The thought of recovery can be more daunting than the surgery itself. My goal with this article is to pull back the curtain on post-operative…
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When a Fracture Needs Surgical vs. Non-Surgical Treatment: A Surgeon’s Guide
Hello, I’m Dr. Shashikanth Rasakatla. As an orthopedic surgeon, one of the most common and urgent situations I encounter is a patient who has just sustained a fracture, or a broken bone. In that moment, amidst the pain and shock, a critical question quickly follows: “Will I need surgery?” The answer isn’t always straightforward. The…
 
