Mansfield Orthopaedics Introduces Alternative to Knee Replacement SurgeryFor Immediate Release11/05/2008
Mansfield Orthopaedics is introducing a radically new alternative to knee replacement surgery. Orthopedic surgeon Bryan Huber, M.D. recently performed Vermont’s first mini resurfacing of an arthritic knee at Copley Hospital. The procedure was performed on a patient suffering from chronic degenerative arthritis of the knee.
Dr. Huber employed a minimally invasive procedure to resurface only the damaged part of the patient’s knee using a new patented surgical technology developed by medical device manufacturer Arthrosurface, Inc. called “surface replacement.” This new approach is far less invasive and less expensive than a traditional knee replacement surgery.
The new Mini Surface Replacement procedure avoids the bone and tissue removal associated with standard joint replacement surgery and leaves the existing ligaments and cartilage that support the knee in place. “This new procedure results in a faster recovery and preserves more mobility for the patient,” said Dr. Huber. “Mini Surface Replacement can be done on an outpatient basis, meaning that the cost of the procedure is substantially less.”
The new procedure is recommended for younger patients, typically between the ages of 40 and 60 years old, who suffer from the early stages of chronic degenerative arthritis of the knee.
At present, Mansfield Orthopaedics at Copley Hosptial is the only practice in Vermont, New Hampshire and Upstate New York to offer the procedure.
“Mansfield Orthopaedics continues to break new ground in providing leading technology and outstanding orthopedic care, and that is further strengthened by the friendly, personal care provided by this community hospital,” says Mel Patashnick, President of Copley Hospital. “Both are extremely valuable resources located as we are in the best skiing area in the Northeast.”
The new procedure marks the latest in a series of orthopedic resurfacing techniques, which previously included surface replacements for parts of the hip, shoulder, knee and great toe.
About Mansfield Orthopaedics
Mansfield Orthopaedics creates a compassionate and efficient system of care in coordination with one’s primary care physician, providing comprehensive orthopedic evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation. The practice features three board certified orthopedic surgeons: S. Glen Neale, MD; Bryan Huber, MD and Eric Mullins, MD; with sports medicine specialist Richard James, MD. The practice focuses on Joint Replacement; Arthritis Care; Arthroscopic Surgery; Hand, Ankle and Foot Surgery; Sports Medicine and Fracture and Trauma Care. In addition to providing surgical consultation and post-surgical care, physical therapy, occupational therapy, aquatic therapy and athletic training care are offered in collaboration with Copley Hospital’s Rehabilitation Services. Mansfield Orthopaedics has clinics in Morrisville and Newport, with rehabilitation also offered in Stowe.
About Copley Hosptial
Copley Hospital is Lamoille County’s non-profit community hospital. The hospital is an essential health care resource in this rural region, providing emergency services, diagnostic services, general surgery, and orthopedics along with extensive Outpatient Services that includes a state-of-the-art Cancer Care program, Pain Management and access to a variety of medical specialists on its campus in Morrisville. Committed to fostering wellness, Copley sponsors extensive community education opportunities, focusing primarily on diabetes, obesity, heart health, and personal safety. Copley provides more than one million dollars annually in charity care. It was named EMS Hospital of the Year in 2008.
Contact Information
Leah Hollenberger
Sr. Director Development, Marketing and Public Relations
Copley Hospital
802-888-8301
lhollenberger@chsi.org
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