Hip & Knee Replacement Rapid Recovery in NYC
Dr. Peter K. Sculco’s primary goal is to get his patients back to their normal routines with improved joint function and reduced or eliminated pain. With his rapid recovery approach, Dr. Sculco employs various interventions designed to ensure a faster recovery, while making the perioperative process as seamless and streamlined as possible.
Interventions for Rapid Recovery Following Hip & Knee Arthroplasty
Preoperative (Pre-Surgery)
- Strengthening exercises
- Physical therapy
- Home preparation
Intraoperative (During Surgery)
- Blood loss management
- Soft tissue management
- Using the shortest incision length possible for a successful surgery
Postoperative (Post-Surgery)
- Pose avoidance for hip replacement
- Cold therapy compression using Game Ready® system
- Physical therapy
- “Mini Oblique” incision with anatomic repair of the soft tissues
For more information about our rapid recovery approach or to book a consultation with Dr. Peter K. Sculco please call 212.606.1771 today to request an appointment.
Meet Dr. Sculco
What We Treat
Hip Arthritis
A common cause of hip pain, hip arthritis is defined as inflammation of the hip joint due to cartilage deterioration.
Knee Arthritis
Knee arthritis is defined as painful inflammation of the knee joint resulting from cartilage deterioration.
Revision Joint Replacement
When artificial joints fail or wear over time, a revision joint replacement surgery may be necessary.
