MenuThe Arthroscopic Surgery Unit is happy to answer any questions that patients my have. Below are the answers to frequently asked questions regarding appointments, injections of plasma rich in growth factors (PRGF), and how to deal with surgery. If you should have any request or question, do not hesitate to ask us via the contact form or by telephoning + 34 945 252 077.
The Arthroscopic Surgery Unit is located on the fourth floor of the Vithas San José Hospital in Vitoria-Gasteiz, which is in the centre of the city (Calle Beato Tomás de Zumarraga 10, 01008 Vitoria-Gasteiz (Araba-Álava).
Depending on the type of pathology, the urgency and the waiting list, waiting time may vary from a week to six months.
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Nevertheless, there are exceptions which the Arthroscopic Surgery Unit recommends you consult via the contact form or by calling +34945252077.
During the first appointment, a medical history file will be set-up where we will collect all personal and other useful data which may help the medical and physiotherapy team and permit the close surveillance of the patient and his/her progress. Afterwards, an examination will be carried out and, if appropriate, any diagnostic tests necessary to determine the type and grade of the pathology will be requested, so as to determine diagnosis and treatment. If a radiological study is required, it can be carried out at the same consultation. Following the exploration and the preliminary diagnosis, if necessary, an MRI or CT scan or 3D reconstruction will be carried out, and you will be given an appointment for diagnostic testing and a new appointment with the medical team.
The Arthroscopic Surgery Unit always recommends you bring with you all of the diagnostic tests you have had previously. This will help the medical team to better diagnose the pathology.
Yes, Children's UCA is a pioneer in the application of advanced surgical solutions for the treatment of highly complex pathologies in the paediatric population. Our solutions in paediatric orthopaedics and traumatology are specifically designed to adapt to the process of growth and transition to adulthood, using innovative authoring techniques supported scientifically and internationally.
No. Depending on the type of pathology, the doctor will ask you what type of tests need to be performed. The UCA recommends bring all previous tests.
Depending on insurance, the diagnostic tests may or may not be included. In the case of a private consultation without insurance, the cost of the appointment does not cover diagnostic tests.
No, the robotic arm does not perform operations nor can it make decisions on its own or move without guidance from the surgeon.
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You should bring the signed informed consent forms, provided by the UCA; your receipt of the appointment for treatment; and the signed quote, since this treatment is generally not covered by insurance companies.
The visit tends to take one to two hours, depending on the type of injection.
Normally there is no problem with driving after the injection.
No. Relative rest is recommended for 24 hours following the injection. After this period, you can go back to your normal life, always under the doctor’s supervision.
This depends on the site of injection. In general, intra-articular injections do not tend to cause pain other than the pricking of the needle. In the case of tendons and nerves, the injection may hurt.
Relative rest is recommended for 24 hours following the injection. After this period, you can go back to your normal life, always under the doctor’s supervision.
Once blood extraction has been carried out, you can go back to a normal balanced diet.
Depending on the type of pathology and injection, you may notice an improvement days or weeks afterwards.
In theory, you should not stop taking any medicine you habitually take. However, you should always consult your doctor about this.
No. Not unless you are told this prior to the injection.
It is a good idea to bring comfortable clothes, slippers which are closed if possible, as well as a toiletry bag with hygiene items for your stay. If you should need crutches or any other orthopedic device for the postoperative period, you should bring them when you come to the clinic. We recommend you talk to the surgeon about this in the preoperative consultation.
You must not forget to bring your admission documentation: medical insurance documentation (permits, referral slips, etc.), preoperative anaesthetic tests, X-rays, scans and/or MRI scans (unless you have given them to the doctor at a prior consultation).
It is advisable to bring a rucksack to carry everything you need, also enabling you to use crutches or any upper-limb orthotics.
The hospital has Wi-fi, so you can bring electronic devices (tablet, laptop, etc) which may make your stay more comfortable.
We recommend that you leave jewellery and other valuables at home if these are not necessary during your stay.
All of the hospital bedrooms have a bed for your companion and most insurance companies cover the cost. Nevertheless, there may be some exceptions. For this reason, the Arthroscopic Surgery Unit recommends that you directly consult the Vithas San José Hospital by calling +34 945 140 900.
The night before the operation, do not eat or drink after midnight. It is necessary to fast for at least 6 to 8 hours before surgery.
From 21:00 onwards, the hospital kitchen service is closed, so if you are admitted after this time, there will not be dinner service.
If you should need crutches, or any other orthopedic device for the postoperative period, your should bring them when you come to the clinic. You should discuss this with the surgeon in the preoperative consultation.
UNIDAD DE CIRUGÍA ARTROSCÓPICA
C/ Beato Tomás de Zumárraga 10
Hospital Vithas San José, 4ª Planta
01008 - Vitoria-Gasteiz
Tel. +34 945 252 077
The Arthroscopic Surgery Unit is an Orthopedic Surgery and Trauma Injury service offering multi-discipline treatment for musculoskeletal system pathologies.
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