Do you need surgery?
Nobody wants to hear surgery. Unlike many of his peers Dr. Basch's philosophy
as a spinal and orthopedic surgeon is to do everything possible to avoid
surgery. That's unique as many surgeons look for any opportunity to operate and
sell short any non-surgical methods of care.
Relationship Building
Dr. Basch finds that by doing the opposite he forms a much deeper relationship
with patients. By getting to know a patient on a deeper level a person opens up
emotionally and gives clues as to what is truly bothering them. This allows Dr.
Basch to see the entire situation and treat them as a person, not just an
injury. It may not change Dr. Basch's method of treatment, but it gives himself
and the patient a better understanding of their situation and a clearer picture
as to what to expect during their recovery period. Dr. Basch has patients from
five years ago that many surgeons would have presented surgery as their only
treatment option. With medication along with other options many have been able
to control their pain and delay or totally eliminate the need for surgery.
The truth is there are no guarantees with surgery. The surgeon's goal is
designed for a positive outcome. However it does not always work out that way.
There are injuries where its obvious surgery is the only option but there are
also many occasions where the answer is not so obvious. In these cases Dr. Basch
will refer or recommend other types of treatment such as Chiropractic, Physical
and Massage Therapy first. At the Spine and Orthopedic Center of New Jersey surgery is
always the last option.
Alternative Treatments
Many doctors, especially surgeons are not very fond of other types of treatment
such as chiropractic or massage therapy. Dr. Basch believes that in many cases
the body can heal and correct itself. The spine adjustments of a chiropractor as
well as the soft tissue manipulation of massage therapy have been known to
stimulate the body's own healing process. Once an injury or condition is
diagnosed Dr. Basch will explore all treatment options before opting for
surgery.
More Information
The Spine and Orthopedic Center of New Jersey treats numerous types of injuries
and conditions. Dr. Basch and staff will take whatever time is necessary to
explain to each patient their particular problem. However for those who would
like to read up more on their problem or print out a pamphlet we would like to
direct you to a wonderful web site which will allow you to do just this. Its
user friendly and written so non-medical workers can understand its content.
Follow these easy directions.
Click on this link below:
www.eorthopod.com/public
Move your mouse over the area of the body you would like information on and
click.
On the right there will be a list of all injuries and conditions for that area
of the body. Click on the one you wish to read about.
An illustrated easy to read file will open giving you detailed information on
that particular injury or condition. It is made to print out.
We hope that understanding your medical problem a little better will lower your
stress level and make for a quicker recovery.
