A bundled payments surgical center can provide world-class healthcare and great financing options for those seeking surgery. Many injuries do not require surgery. For instance, thousands of people sprain their ankles each year without further complications. A sprain means one of the major ligaments on the outside of the ankle is stretched or torn and can usually be treated with physical therapy or by wearing a boot. In some cases, however, a sprained ankle can turn into a condition called ankle instability. Ankle instability means that the tendon heals in an overextended position. This condition is common in dancers and usually requires surgery to correct.
The most common surgical approach is lateral ankle ligament reconstruction. This procedure can be done as outpatient surgery and is usually minimally invasive, so the patient can go home the same day with minimal scarring. During surgery, the patient is placed under general anesthesia before the surgeon makes a small incision into the ankle. Once the incision has been made, the surgeon will take the affected ligament and make it shorter before reattaching it. After the surgery, it is recommended to keep the ankle elevated and avoid putting weight on it for at least a few days. Physical therapy and recommended exercise will help bring the ankle back to full strength after the patient recovers from the surgery.
Patients who need surgery but are worried about the cost may benefit from a bundled payments surgical center. These surgical centers can address spinal and orthopedic issues while considering the patient’s schedule and financial situation. Nadora Healthcare has the premier Debt Free Healthcare™ surgical option that gives qualified patients the option to have surgery at potentially no cost to them. To find out more about this option and other Nadora Healthcare offerings, please call our team at 970-663-3200 or fill out the form on the right.
Author: Hailey Siler