24 Hour Walk-in Reconstructive Orthopedic Clinic in Houston, TX

Reconstructive surgery encompasses a wide variety of plastic surgical procedures that are differentiated from cosmetic procedures as they are performed to fix a physical defect that was present at birth or caused due to damage or disease. It is purely for medical reasons and is used to restore proper function and form to tissue that has incurred damage due to congenital factors, trauma, previous surgeries, or infection. Since there are so many different causes and types of reconstructive surgery, it is a fairly broad surgical field that requires careful and accurate care from an experienced plastic surgeon. Reconstructive surgery allows patients of all ages to exist more comfortably and more effectively as proper function in all areas of their body can be perfectly restored in many cases.

Since the primary goal of reconstructive surgery is to improve and restore function within the specific part of the body that is being treated, there is a wide variety in the different types of patients who receive reconstructive surgery. It is commonly performed on patients who were born with a defect such as a cleft palate, duplicated thumbs, or any other deformities that currently or may interfere with proper function in the future. Reconstructive surgery is also fairly common for those who have undergone trauma (perhaps through a sports injury, work-related injury, or an accident), a severe infection, or a disease such as cancer that has caused the patient to either lose or incur damage to a body part or where sufficient treatment requires the removal of certain tissues. One of the most common reconstructive surgical procedures is breast reconstruction following a mastectomy that is performed to remove cancerous tissues from the breasts. Reconstructive surgeries are also commonly performed on the jaw, skin, hands, and limbs, with many reconstructive sports injuries treated through reconstructive surgery provided by an orthopedic surgeon.

With such a wide variety of potential reconstructive procedures, there is no clear timeline for recovery as every individual will experience a slightly different timeline depending on the severity of their condition and the type of procedure that is performed. There are both outpatient and inpatient reconstructive surgeries, so while some patients may be able to return to their normal daily activities within a few days, in many cases, it can take several weeks before the patient has healed entirely and can partake in their daily activities safely again.

With every single reconstructive procedure, it is very important that the patient address any questions or concerns they may have regarding the recovery and healing process with their surgeon, as well as the realistic expectations from the procedure. Many reconstructive surgeries are fairly invasive procedures, so it is important that patients understand any associated or potential risks involved and are well prepared for the recovery process in case any accommodations need to be made. Your surgeon will be able to outline the procedure itself including any important information regarding the recovery timeline to ensure that their patients understand what all will be involved to be best prepared.

Many reconstructive surgical procedures can be performed by orthopedic surgeons through an outpatient procedure, which is typically more convenient and cost-effective. Our team of specialists at the Reconstructive Orthopedic Center understands that our patients deserve to feel their best and restore the full function of their body as soon as possible following a sports injury or accident, which is why we offer walk-in appointments with the option for same-day outpatient surgical procedures for those who are deemed suitable.

Ensuring that your injury receives high-quality treatment as soon as possible significantly reduces the risk of infection and long-term damage, making same-day procedures vital for restoring full function to many patients. For more information, contact us today or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 1200 Binz St #100, Houston, TX 77004. We serve patients from Houston TX, Midtown TX, Montrose TX, MacGregor TX, South Central Houston TX, Old Braeswood TX, and surrounding areas.