Thank you for this informational video. My first injection is next Tuesday and you provided me with alot of information I was aware of. I appreciate this.
Hello Dr Gringer I'm having a fl intra articular left hip injection Friday. The orthopedic doctor said if it works they want to do arthroscopy. Im confused.
This is understandable to be confused regarding diagnostic injections. Ultimately, the decision to have surgery is yours. I have helped multiple women avoid hip arthroscopy, and some I've recommended proceed with it. It all depends on your presentation and what your personal goals are for your hip function/structure. Hip arthroscopy is a big undertaking, and many factors must be considered before committing to it, not least of all - is the pain and disability enough to go the surgical route OR can it be conservatively managed?
I totally understand - I have felt that pain three times, and it takes a lot of courage to stoically endure the pain while you are lying still. I do hope that the injection has led to answers for you about next steps - as diagnostic injection is a gold standard to determine surgical candidacy.
We don't want fear to be the reflex reaction from getting informed about injections. However, I also acknowledge that getting an injection can be scary thing. It's a big needle and it does hurt. I have had to make the difficult decision several times in my life about getting them - so I know how it feels. This is why I made the video. I want you to feel informed moving making the decision. There are side effects from any injections, and this video is intended to help you understand some of those - both good and bad - in order to make an informed decision about whether or not a steroid injection is right for you. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions! My channel is here to support you in maintaining your joint health for as long as possible. It's all about joint longevity and getting your highest quality of life possible - that's what you deserve!
@@DrGingerGarner I found it very interesting that you said " surgeons dont have the time" to explain the procedure to the patient. How then can the patient be expected to sign a document of informed consent? The doctor will lie and document they've discussed the procedure in detail. This is highly unethical, and you basically say in your video that you are telling us because our surgeon didn't. So kudos to you. My other observation is that I have read materials from several providers and also several descriptions online. Each one says that an injection of lidocaine is given at the site of insertion and the rest of the procedure is painless. I can't imagine a 3.5 inch long 20 G not being painful. Why are providers being dishonest and not just offering a choice of concious sedation?
Our healthcare system is so rushed and profit driven that providers can be too pressed for time to fully inform patients of risks, as well as pain and reactions that can occur. That's not okay - but I don't think that docs are lying or unethical (though there are bad apples in every bunch) necessarily. Our current system is just broken - it doesn't allow for alignment with core values that require spending enough time with a person in order to allow for person centered, compassionate, lifestyle medicine driven care. So videos like this try to fill a gap and educate so you are an informed consumer of healthcare. You deserve the BEST care!@@Seaspell13
Hi Melinda! In general with a hip issue or after the acute phase post-op, sleeping on your stomach is fine, because it does not put the hip in extension (so long as the mattress allows for spinal neutral and isn't too soft or too firm). However, it's impossible to speak to specific individual situations without doing a physical examination and knowing all the cirucmstances around, and the type of, injury. Hope this helps!
Thank you for this informational video. My first injection is next Tuesday and you provided me with alot of information I was aware of. I appreciate this.
You are very welcome! Check back in for more videos - 2023 will bring more on this topic for sure!
Hello Dr Gringer I'm having a fl intra articular left hip injection Friday. The orthopedic doctor said if it works they want to do arthroscopy. Im confused.
This is understandable to be confused regarding diagnostic injections. Ultimately, the decision to have surgery is yours. I have helped multiple women avoid hip arthroscopy, and some I've recommended proceed with it.
It all depends on your presentation and what your personal goals are for your hip function/structure. Hip arthroscopy is a big undertaking, and many factors must be considered before committing to it, not least of all - is the pain and disability enough to go the surgical route OR can it be conservatively managed?
I just had an injection yesterday, and it was so painful it was almost unbearable.
I totally understand - I have felt that pain three times, and it takes a lot of courage to stoically endure the pain while you are lying still. I do hope that the injection has led to answers for you about next steps - as diagnostic injection is a gold standard to determine surgical candidacy.
Same here. Never again!!!
I have to get an injection tmr for arthritis in the groin. I'm scared now...😢
We don't want fear to be the reflex reaction from getting informed about injections. However, I also acknowledge that getting an injection can be scary thing. It's a big needle and it does hurt. I have had to make the difficult decision several times in my life about getting them - so I know how it feels. This is why I made the video. I want you to feel informed moving making the decision.
There are side effects from any injections, and this video is intended to help you understand some of those - both good and bad - in order to make an informed decision about whether or not a steroid injection is right for you. Don't hesitate to reach out with any questions! My channel is here to support you in maintaining your joint health for as long as possible. It's all about joint longevity and getting your highest quality of life possible - that's what you deserve!
@@DrGingerGarner I found it very interesting that you said " surgeons dont have the time" to explain the procedure to the patient. How then can the patient be expected to sign a document of informed consent? The doctor will lie and document they've discussed the procedure in detail. This is highly unethical, and you basically say in your video that you are telling us because our surgeon didn't. So kudos to you. My other observation is that I have read materials from several providers and also several descriptions online. Each one says that an injection of lidocaine is given at the site of insertion and the rest of the procedure is painless. I can't imagine a 3.5 inch long 20 G not being painful. Why are providers being dishonest and not just offering a choice of concious sedation?
Our healthcare system is so rushed and profit driven that providers can be too pressed for time to fully inform patients of risks, as well as pain and reactions that can occur. That's not okay - but I don't think that docs are lying or unethical (though there are bad apples in every bunch) necessarily. Our current system is just broken - it doesn't allow for alignment with core values that require spending enough time with a person in order to allow for person centered, compassionate, lifestyle medicine driven care. So videos like this try to fill a gap and educate so you are an informed consumer of healthcare. You deserve the BEST care!@@Seaspell13
Hello! Doc, can I sleep on my stomach? Because that's how I sleep.
Hi Melinda!
In general with a hip issue or after the acute phase post-op, sleeping on your stomach is fine, because it does not put the hip in extension (so long as the mattress allows for spinal neutral and isn't too soft or too firm). However, it's impossible to speak to specific individual situations without doing a physical examination and knowing all the cirucmstances around, and the type of, injury. Hope this helps!