Surgical Information

The Canberra Orthopaedic Group has provided a range of information sheets to assist patients better understand the procedures and treatments undertaken by our specialist orthopaedic surgeons. Information covers common conditions and procedures, information on pre-operative and post-operative care, and rehabilitation physiotherapy.

Shoulder:

Frozen Shoulder [ PDF - 122KB ]

Rotator Cuff Repair [ PDF - 130KB ]

Elbow:

There are no procedure documents for this area at this time.

Hand & Wrist:

Arthrodesis of Wrist [ PDF - 103KB ]

Arthroscopy of Wrist [ PDF - 93KB ]

Base of Thumb Arthritis - Trapeziectomy [ PDF - 94KB ]

Palmar Fasciectomy [ PDF - 98KB ]

Hip:

Hip arthroscopy and FAI fact sheet

Dr Burns Hip Injection
Dr Burns Physio protocol - hip arthroscopy and bony work

Dr Burns Physio protocol - hip arthroscopy and labral debridement

Dr Burns Physio protocol - hip arthroscopy and labral repair

Knee:

Knee Arthroscopy [ PDF - 106KB ]

Spine:

Decompression laminectomy [ PDF - 108KB ]

Physiotherapy & rehabilitation:

Dr Burns Physio protocol - hip arthroscopy and bony work
Dr Burns Physio protocol - hip arthroscopy and labral debridement
Dr Burns Physio protocol - hip arthroscopy and labral repair