General Guideline Principles for Ulnar Neuropathies at the

Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy

and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome for workers compensation patients

The New York State workers compensation board has developed these guidelines to help physicians, podiatrists, and other healthcare professionals provide appropriate treatment for Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome.

These Workers Compensation Board guidelines are intended to assist healthcare professionals in making decisions regarding the appropriate level of care for their patients with ankle and foot disorders.

The guidelines are not a substitute for clinical judgement or professional experience. The ultimate decision regarding care must be made by the patient in consultation with his or her healthcare provider.

Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Although a nerve can become entrapped anywhere along its length, the ulnar nerve at the elbow is most frequently entrapped in two places. The first is in the condylar groove, while the second starts in the actual, anatomic cubital tunnel just distal to the elbow joint. The ulnar nerve begins to pass beneath the aponeurosis as this tunnel starts to form.

An appropriate nerve conduction investigation that includes stimulation at least above and below the elbow is required to locate the anomaly. The American Academy of Electrodiagnostic Medicine recommends the “inching technique,” which is logical given its significance to treatment because it can isolate the location of the nerve conduction velocity decrement and infer the precise location of the entrapment.

But it has not been thoroughly explored in high-quality interventional studies. Theoretically, simple decompression could be used to cure cubital tunnel syndrome. Theoretically, simple (also known as “in situ”) decompression should be less effective in treating ulnar neuropathies in the condylar groove.

With the exception of surgical trials, there are no reliable studies that can be relied upon to treat ulnar neuropathies, and there is scant reliable evidence of the advantages of available treatments.

Initial Care of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Initial care includes looking for potentially modifiable causative variables. In addition to avoiding leaning on the elbow or nerve, this is thought to involve hyperextending the elbow while sleeping, working, or engaging in leisure activities (see the elbow splinting section below).

Position of Elbows During Sleep are recommended that patients be taught to sleep with their elbows extended, rather than flexed.

Elbow Posture During Work or Avocational Activities are recommended to refrain from hyperflexed (>90o) elbow positions at work (or while engaging in leisure activities).

Diagnostic Criteria of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

The differential diagnosis for ulnar neuropathy at the elbow includes, in particular, ulnar neuropathy at the wrist, C8 cervical radiculopathies, and other neurological entrapments, such as thoracic outlet syndrome, diabetic neuropathy, alcohol-induced neuropathy, other systemic neuropathies, stroke, and other cerebrovascular events, as well as tumors of the central nervous system.

Through a thorough history, physical examination, or targeted testing, the majority of other causes can be ruled out or their likelihood decreased. Many of these cases, according to some reports, lack a clear reason.

Patients with a presumptive diagnosis of ulnar neuropathy at the elbow should have the following symptoms: 1) tingling or numbness in a distribution of the ulnar nerve, typically involving the small finger and ulnar half of the ring finger; and 2) symptoms that are frequently triggered at night or with prolonged elbow flexion.

Patients with an electrodiagnostic study (EDS) that has been interpreted as compatible with ulnar neuropathy at the elbow should exhibit both the symptoms described above for a provisional diagnosis. Inching technique is necessary to identify the anomaly in the cubital tunnel (as opposed to the condylar groove, or “funny bone”) in order to diagnose cubital tunnel syndrome.

Special Studies and Diagnostic and Treatment Considerations of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

  1. Electromyography for Diagnosing Subacute or Chronic Peripheral Nerve Entrapments

    Electromyography for Diagnosing Subacute or Chronic Peripheral Nerve Entrapments are recommended to aid in the identification of chronic or subacute peripheral nerve entrapments, such as radial, ulnar, and median neuropathies.

    Indications – Patients with acute or persistent paresthesias, either with or without pain, especially those whose diagnoses are ambiguous. Patients with peripheral neuropathies in the elbow region should typically undergo an inching method to pinpoint the entrapment, which aids in clinical care, in addition to segmental analysis (e.g., above vs. below elbow conduction).

    According to reports, the majority of these individuals only need non-operative care at first and do not need these tests.

  2. EDS for Diagnosis and Pre-Operative Assessment of Peripheral Nerve Entrapments

    EDS for Diagnosis and Pre-Operative Assessment of Peripheral Nerve Entrapments are recommended to aid in helping patients who lack a definite diagnosis to obtain one. EDS are also advised as one of two ways to make an effort to independently confirm a diagnosis before surgical release.

  3. EDS for Initial Evaluation of Patients Suspected of Having a Peripheral Nerve Entrapment are recommended for the majority of patients’ initial evaluations because it doesn’t alter how the problem is managed and other interventions are thought to be effective.
  4. Ultrasound and MRI of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

    The ulnar nerve has been assessed using MRI and ultrasound.

Diagnostic Ultrasound and MRI for Evaluation and Diagnosis of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow are not recommended to assess and identify ulnar neuropathies at the elbow.

Medications of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDs from an earlier generation are suggested as first-line treatments for the majority of patients. For patients who are not candidates for NSAIDs, acetaminophen (or the analogue paracetamol) may be a viable alternative, even if the majority of research indicates it is just marginally less effective than NSAIDs.

There is proof that NSAIDs are less dangerous and just as effective in treating pain as opioids, such as tramadol.

  1. Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

    Non-Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) is recommended ulnar neuropathies that are acute, subacute, chronic, or post-operative

    Indications – NSAIDs are advised as a treatment for acute, subacute, chronic, or postoperative Ulnar Neuropathies. First, try over-the-counter (OTC) medications to see whether they work. Treat patients who had their ulnar neuropathy surgically released typically two to six weeks after the procedure.

    Frequency/Duration – For many patients, as required, use may be suitable.

    Indications for Discontinuation – The disappearance of elbow pain, ineffectiveness, or the emergence of side effects requiring withdrawal.

  2. NSAIDs for Patients at High Risk of Gastrointestinal Bleeding

    NSAIDs for Patients at High Risk of Gastrointestinal Bleeding is recommended Misoprostol, sucralfate, histamine Type 2 receptor blockers, and proton pump inhibitors are commonly used together by individuals who are at high risk of gastrointestinal bleeding.

    Indications – Cytoprotective drugs should be taken into consideration for patients with a high-risk factor profile who also have indications for NSAIDs, especially if a prolonged course of treatment is planned. Patients who have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding in the past, the elderly, diabetics, and smokers are at risk.

    Frequency/Dose/Duration – H2 blockers, misoprostol, sucralfate, and proton pump inhibitors are advised. dosage recommendations from the manufacturer. It is generally accepted that there are no significant differences in effectiveness for preventing gastrointestinal bleeding.

    Indications for Discontinuation – Intolerance, the appearance of side symptoms, or stopping and said.

  3. NSAIDs for Patients at Risk for Cardiovascular Adverse Effects

    NSAIDs for Patients at Risk for Cardiovascular Adverse Effects is recommended. The first-line treatment options of acetaminophen or aspirin seem to be the safest in terms of cardiovascular side effects. Non-selective NSAIDs are used as necessary. preferable to COX-2-specific medications when administering low-dose aspirin for the prevention of primary or secondary cardiovascular disease, to lessen the risk that the NSAID will have the opposite of the desired effects. The NSAID should be given at least 30 minutes after or eight hours after aspirin. a day’s worth of aspirin.

  4. Acetaminophen for Treatment of Elbow Pain

    Acetaminophen for Treatment of Elbow Pain is recommended for the treatment of elbow discomfort, especially in patients who have NSAID contraindications.

    Indications – All patients, including those with acute, subacute, chronic, and post-operative elbow pain.

    Frequency/Duration – If necessary, use in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Over four gm/day, there is evidence of liver toxicity.

    Indications for Discontinuation – pain, side effects, or intolerance are gone.

  5. Opioids

    Patients with ulnar neuropathies at the elbow have occasionally utilised opioids to relieve their pain. These drugs have often only been taken for a few nights following surgery.

    • Routine Use of Opioids for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

      Routine Use of Opioids for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies are not recommended for the treatment of elbow ulnar neuropathies that are acute, subacute, or chronic.

      Rationale for Recommendations – There are no good ones. studies looking at how well opioids treat ulnar neuropathies. Opioids have serious side effects, including low tolerance, bloating, sleepiness, impaired judgement, memory loss, and possible exploitation or reliance have been mentioned in 35% or more of patients.

      Patients must first consult their doctors before receiving an opioid prescription. should be made aware of these potential negative effects, advised against using machinery or driving a car. Opioids don’t seem to work any better than less dangerous drugs. using analgesics to treat the majority of musculoskeletal complaints;

      They must only be used in cases of extreme pain or to treat a brief recovery period (not longer than a week) after surgery time. Opioids are not advised for the treatment of ulnar nerve pain save for a brief postoperative course, neuropathy.

    • Use of Opioids for Treatment of Select Postoperative Ulnar Neuropathy Patients

      Use of Opioids for Treatment of Select Postoperative Ulnar Neuropathy Patients are recommended for a few days to no longer than one week for a select group of patients who have just had surgery for ulnar neuropathy, especially if there have been difficulties.

      Indications – Pick patients who have just undergone ulnar nerve procedures, typically transpositions, who are in severe pain (particularly when NSAIDs are proving to be ineffective in providing pain relief) or who have experienced problems.

      Frequency/Dose – Use just for a short period of time a few days to a few weeks and primarily at night to promote postoperative sleep. Sometimes folks with more serious issues need to utilise it for a longer period of time.

      Indications for Discontinuation – Pain relief, negative consequences, and intolerance.

      Rationale for Recommendations – Transposition patients generally need postoperative opioids for at least a few days in addition to NSAIDs, and they frequently have larger wounds. Some people need these drugs for a longer period of time. Opioids are advised for short-term (no longer than one week), selective usage in post-operative patients, with the major use being at night to help patients fall asleep after surgery.

      Glucocorticosteroids (AKA “Steroids”) Oral and Injections (condylar groove or cubital tunnel) of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

  6. Glucocorticosteroids (Oral or Injections) for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow

    Glucocorticosteroids (Oral or Injections) for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow are recommended for the treatment of elbow ulnar neuropathies that are acute, subacute, or chronic. Since the ulnar nerve is the only structure in the cubital tunnel and steroid injection into the nerve may harm it, there is no justification for performing the same procedure for the cubital tunnel as is done for the carpal tunnel.

  7. Vitamins, Including Pyridoxine, for Acute, Subacute or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

    Vitamins, Including Pyridoxine, for Acute, Subacute or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies are recommended for the regular management of acute, subacute, or chronic ulnar neuropathies in people who do not have vitamin deficiencies.

  8. Lidocaine Patches for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

    Lidocaine Patches for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies are recommended for the treatment of chronic, acute, or subacute ulnar

    neuropathies that cause pain

  9. Ketamine for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

    Ketamine for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies are recommended for the treatment of painful acute, subacute, or long-term ulnar neuropathies.

Treatments of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Rehabilitation: Devices / Therapy

Rehab (supervised formal therapy) needed after a work-related injury should be concentrated on regaining the functional ability needed to meet the patient’s daily and work obligations and enable them to return to work, with the goal of returning the injured worker to their pre-injury status to the extent that is practical.

Active therapy calls for the patient to put in an internal effort to finish a particular activity or assignment. The procedures known as passive therapy rely on modalities that are administered by a therapist rather than the patient exerting any effort on their side.

Passive therapies are typically seen as a way to speed up an active therapy programme and achieve concurrently objective functional gains. Over passive interventions, active initiatives should be prioritised.

Instructing the patient to continue both active and passive therapies provided at home as an additional step in the healing process to keep up the improvements.

To facilitate functional gains, assistive devices may be used as an adjuvant measure in the rehabilitation strategy.

Activity Modification and Exercise

Patients with ulnar neuropathies at the elbow have received treatment using a variety of exercise regimens, most frequently tendon-gliding and nerve-gliding activities. Interventions are also made available to address changes in ADL and IADL performance.

Devices of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

  1. Magnets for Management of Pain From Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

    Magnets for Management of Pain From Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies are recommended for the treatment of pain associated with acute, subacute, or persistent ulnar neuropathies

  2. Nocturnal Elbow Splinting for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

    Nocturnal Elbow Splinting for Treatment of Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies are recommended for the treatment of pain associated with acute, subacute, or persistent ulnar neuropathies

    Indications – Condylar groove or cubital tunnel symptoms in the elbow that are indicative of ulnar neuropathy.

    Frequency/Dose – It is advised to use elbow splints or braces when sleeping (range of 45-70 degrees used).

    Indications for Discontinuation – Splints should be reevaluated and maybe changed if there is no improvement after two weeks of treatment, especially to make sure the patient is wearing them correctly and to check the fit. Splint use should be stopped if there is no improvement, and the validity of the original diagnosis should be checked again.

Therapeutic Exercise – Physical / Occupational Therapy of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Physical or Occupational Therapy for Acute, Subacute, Chronic, or Postoperative Ulnar Neuropathy

Physical or Occupational Therapy for Acute, Subacute, Chronic, or Postoperative Ulnar Neuropathy are recommended for the management of postoperative, chronic, subacute, or acute ulnar neuropathy.

Frequency/Dose/Duration – With verification of continued objective functional progress, the total number of visits may be as low as two to three for individuals with minor functional deficits or as high as 12 to 15 for those with more severe deficits.

If there is evidence of functional improvement toward particular objective functional goals (e.g., enhanced grip strength, key pinch strength, range of motion, or improving capacity to execute work activities), more than 12 to 15 visits may be necessary to address persistent functional impairments.

A home exercise regimen should be created as part of the rehabilitation strategy and carried out alongside the therapy.

Passive of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

  1. Low-Level Laser Therapy for Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

    Low-Level Laser Therapy for Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies are recommended to manage acute, subacute, or persistent ulnar neuropathies.

  2. Ultrasound for Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

    Ultrasound for Acute, Subacute, or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies are recommended to treat ulnar neuropathies that are either acute, subacute, or chronic.

    Indications – Ulnar neuropathies with enough symptoms to demand medical attention. Patients who have an inadequate reaction should often be given nocturnal splints.

    Indications for Discontinuation – Resolution, a lack of measurable improvement, or intolerance.

Other of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Acupuncture, Biofeedback, Manipulation and Mobilization, Massage, Soft Tissue Massage, Iontophoresis, Phonophoresis

Acupuncture, Biofeedback, Manipulation and Mobilization, Massage, Soft Tissue Massage, Iontophoresis, Phonophoresis are recommended for the treatment of elbow ulnar neuropathies that are acute, subacute, or chronic.

Surgery of Ulnar Neuropathies at the Elbow; Including Condylar Groove Associated Ulnar Neuropathy and Cubital Tunnel Syndrome

Ulnar Nerve Operations (Simple Release, Transpositions, Medial Epicondylectomy) Surgery can be used to treat ulnar neuropathy at the elbow in a number of ways. Referral for surgery may be necessary for patients who exhibit major warning signs (such as compressive neuropathy following an acute fracture) or who have not improved with non-surgical treatment, such as altering elbow posture.

Considerations for surgery rely on the symptoms’ established diagnosis. Counselling regarding potential outcomes, risks, advantages, and especially expectations is crucial if surgery is being considered.

Setting expectations for post-operative pain management and adherence to the rehabilitation exercise programme before surgery is also crucial. To prevent adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder), range-of-motion exercises during the postoperative phase should target the elbow, wrist, and shoulder.

Surgical Release for Treatment of Subacute or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies

  1. Decompression, anterior subcutaneous transposition and medial epicondylectomy

    Decompression, anterior subcutaneous transposition and medial epicondylectomy are recommended for patients who do not respond to non-operative treatment

    Patients with subacute or chronic ulnar neuropathies or those who exhibit urgent or emergent symptoms (such as acute compression following a fracture, arthritis, or compartment syndrome with persistent symptoms of nerve dysfunction) should be evaluated.

    Indications – Elbow ulnar neuropathy symptoms, a considerable loss of function as seen by significant activity constraints brought on by the nerve entrapment, and the patient’s failure to respond to nonoperative treatment for typically at least three months.

    Patients should typically have been unsuccessful in avoiding nerve irritation at night by avoiding prolonged elbow flexion while sleeping, changing workstations to avoid elbow hyperflexion, adhering to therapy instructions to the letter, using elbow pads, and removing opportunities to rest the elbow on the ulnar groove.

    Patients who experience significant symptoms, such as persistent tingling and numbness, disease progression, or functional impairment, may be candidates for surgery sooner. Many surgeons won’t operate on a patient if the electrodiagnostic results are negative.

    The EDS should ideally use the inching technique. The scheduling of a surgical consultation referral should take into account how long it typically takes for inflammatory conditions of this sort to recover. The preoperative assessment is one aspect that influences the sort of surgical technique that is chosen.

    EDS, surgical anatomy, and the surgeon’s comfort and experience For real cubital tunnel syndrome, a straightforward decompression is typically chosen over other operations.

  2. Surgical Release for Treatment of Subacute or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies (Anterior submuscular transposition)

    Surgical Release for Treatment of Subacute or Chronic Ulnar Neuropathies (Anterior submuscular transposition) are not recommended Treatment of subacute or persistent ulnar neuropathies with anterior submuscular transposition.

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5.0
Based on 96 reviews
No one likes going to the doctor. But these people make it painless. I go for knees, hips and shoulders. At almost 70 Complete Orthopedics keeps my active life style running smoothly. Whether chasing my Grandson and even surfing again, I highly recommend them!!
Thomas Slavin
15:02 02 Mar 23
Dr. Kuo knowledgeable and competent surgeon- very good experience and more importantly great result.
Joseph McCoy
21:23 25 Feb 23
Dr Vaksha was so kind and helpful. He took extra time with us and explained things so thoroughly. Highly recommend. Office very clean.
Susan Bosinius
20:20 19 Feb 23
Dr Vaksha, is a great doctor very professional knows what he talking about. Treat patient with upmost respect. Thank You
Troy Spencer
16:46 19 Jan 23
Dr. Karkare is an amazing doctor, very caring and attentive, the girl at the front desk is very kind and helpful. .elizabeth .thank you so much .
blanca ventura
21:32 26 Oct 22
Been going to this place before my accident and after I had my knee surgery. So happy how I been treated and how well I am getting. Thank you all and specially Dr. VAKSHA for everything and getting back on track.
Ita Opico
19:01 25 Oct 22
Love this place From the minute I called I was treated kindly. When I arrived The Dr saw me right away he was compassionate and ordered the appropriate tests for me. I came back in for my follow up and had the same great experience.
Christine Rostock
21:28 23 May 22
Dr Vaksha and Dr karkare are 2 of the best orthopedic doctors around my wife Susan had a very serious broken ankle in March of 2019 she didn't think she was going to walk again Dr vaksha did an excellent surgery on her ankle he said it was his toughest he ever did he put a lot of hardware in her ankle and told her she would be alright she made remarkable recovery thanks to his surgery as of now she regained 100 percent use of her ankle she would highly recommend him to anyone. My own experience with Dr karkare has been wonderful he takes his time with you listens to what you have to say and prescribes various treatments and is very caring I would highly recommend him to anyone I would give both doctors a 10 plus rating we are very happy with them the best.
Harry Jones
23:31 19 May 22
Complete orthopedics is a wonderful place to go when you hurt or injured a great staff and wonderful doctors very knowledgeable and helpful I would recommend this place to all of my family and friends that is in me of orthopedic care I give them 10 thumbs up
Wayne Pemberton
17:39 18 May 22
The staff is very professional and helpful. Dr. Vaksha is excellent. He takes time to listen and offer suggestions to help you get better. I’m very thankful and happy to be a patient here at Complete Orthopedics.
Phoenix Rising
19:54 16 May 22
Dr.Karkare is the best. He listens to everything and explains everything I recommend him to everyone. I am so happy he is my doctor.
Myrna James
00:48 13 May 22
Dr.Kuo is amazing very attentive,caring,and passionate and staff is awsome too.Thank you for everything Dr.kuo.
Erick Murillo
23:17 12 May 22
I was in a car accident November 1 I was referred to Dr. Vaksha For shoulder surgery . I he was amazing he made me feel very comfortable and explained everything that was going to happen from surgery all the way through my physical therapy highly recommend Dr. Vaksha
Yolanda Ojeda
19:37 09 May 22
My appointment with Dr. Vaksha was amazing. Dr. Vaksha was very thorough and kind. I would refer this office to anyone who needs a great orthopedic doctor.
John Senechal
19:54 05 May 22
Scheduling my appointment was quick and easy. The staff was super friendly and down to earth. I was seen on time. The appropriate test, “x-rays” were taken before the conversation with doctor, something I really liked, test for analysis and conversation was done upfront. Dr. V had a great personality and was no BS, straight forward diagnosis and a play on next steps. I am happy I found them and would refer them to friends and family.
Sam
00:46 03 May 22
I have seen Dr. Kuo two times already and he's awesome along with his staff. Very friendly office and I'm glad to be a patient here.
Camaris A
20:01 28 Apr 22
Amazing team!! Very caring, profesional, and friendly!! Dr. Kevin Kuo, you are the best, very passionate, caring, and helping thank you for getting me better and being so kind to me! Elizabeth you the best thank you for you help always and you big smile and positive actitud❤️🙏🏼
breidy valerio
19:01 22 Apr 22
The staff is truly exceptional, they make you feel comfortable and welcomed. The doctors are amazing,always professional, compassionate and great listeners.
Elizabeth Collado
03:25 09 Apr 22
What a great place! The place is clean and organized.The staff is wonderful. Setting up physical therapy is right there as well.I'm so glad I found this place.
Donna Anne
22:45 05 Apr 22
This was my 1st time breaking something in my 27 years on this planet. I was recommended here by a friend Dr. Vashka helped me from day 1 and still continues to check in on me and my healing ankle. Would highly recommend
tyron davis
16:06 01 Apr 22
Brand new office, same great doctors! Rooms are clean, plenty of parking, physical therapy attached, Dr. Karkare and his staff are awesome. Thank you!
Emily B
02:49 24 Mar 22
Dr.VAksha is the best, I love the way he treats me as his patient, he is caring,understanding and very attentive to my needs
Mirna Caballero
14:53 03 Mar 22
Great staff. Dr. Vaksha is awesome and takes the time to listen to his patients. He is very compassionate. I would highly recommend this office.
Bebe Doyle
01:24 23 Feb 22
After suffering from a severe ankle injury Dr. V was able to help me heal and return back to work completely to a job where I stand for 12 hours a day. The office is very clean and I appreciated the reminders of my appointments via phone call and through text. The patient portal made it easy for me to access all my documents including work notes. The office staff is wonderful and Rebecca was able to schedule me with a busy schedule and awesome at answering all of my questions including referring me to a great physical therapy office. I highly recommend this office to anyone who’s looking for knowledgeable and kind orthopedic office.
Elizabeth Birchwell
21:31 28 Jan 21
The staff here are great, I was seen at the time of my appointment and was well taken care of!
Shaun Berry
18:14 07 Jan 21
They are an excellent practice. The front and back office people are amazing and so helpful. Rebecca is such a kind and understanding person. I had an issue with paperwork and she cleared it right up. Dr. Karkare is very knowledgeable, helpful, and caring.
Matt S.
19:31 18 Nov 20
Rebecca K. - What a true burst of sunshine. Very friendly and definitely an asset to the practice!
Laura Aston
18:17 17 Nov 20
Great experience, the Doctor is nice but the staff is incredible. I worked with Linda, who was profession and assisted me beyond what any person has done at other practices. Complete Ortho should be complimented for having such a person on their staff.I highly recommend this place!!!
Joe Allen
17:26 17 Nov 20
Linda and Becca they are so good ever time I come they are very nice I would tell everyone I no to come to this office..
Barbara Victor
16:45 17 Nov 20
I was rear ended in an auto accident , Dr Vashka was recommended by a friend of mine .I was experiencing Back , neck , and shoulder pain . After a thorough examination and given exercises to do at home , I am feeling much better , and I ended up avoiding surgery . The staff at Complete Ortho is extremely attentive and show great care when making an appointment and are very friendly and i never waited more than 5 minutes for my appointment . So I would strongly recommend Complete Orthopedics for any aches and pains that one might be experiencing.....
Bill Becht
04:44 17 Nov 20
It was the afternoon of Friday Sept. 24. We were in Pt. Jefferson and my wife, Mary Ann, broke her hip. We went to Mather Hospital and it was determined that she would have to have an operation to have it repaired. This would be her third time under the knife in the past year. It just so happened that we were very fortunate enough to have Dr. Karkare, who was on standby, perform the surgery. He put in a rod and two screws in her hip. She spent a few days in the hospital and then went to Gurwin rehabilitee for another few weeks.It has now been almost six weeks and we both worked the election the other day. If it wasn’t for Dr. Karkare’s expertise she never would have been able to work. She is able to walk with a walker and is doing physical therapy three times a week.We can not thank the doctor enough for the compassion and dedication that he puts into his work. It allows Mary Ann do the things that she likes to do, even on a limited basis for a while. I know that with her will, perseverance and the great work that the surgeon performed she will be back on her feet in no time.Sincerely:John V. PlumpEast Northport, NY 11731
Jack Harris
14:36 06 Nov 20
In the year of 2018 I was referred to Dr. Karkare because I was experiencing severe knee joint pain. After exhausting physical therapy and trying to labor through the pain, I had to make a quality of life decision. Total knee replacement was the only viable option. Dr. Karkare made my decision easy as he walked me through the whole process from surgery to recovery.On 12/13/19 ( Friday the 13th) I enter Lenox Hill Hospital in great hands. From the time I entered Dr. Karkare’s office for the first time until now, his staff has been amazing. Andrea the medical coordinator walked me through all the paper work and necessary preparations for the surgery. Courtesy and kind would be an understatement. Dr. Karkare went over and beyond from the wellness checks and phone calls all to assure me that I was important to him. This was the right decision no pain and no limp. Complete Orthopedics should be your choice!
Kenneth Randolph
22:18 25 Sep 20
Dr. Vadshka has a great bedside manner. He really takes his time and explains treatment options.
T Lee
12:33 09 Sep 20
I suffered with pain in both knees for years. My orthopedic doctor kept recommending knee replacement . I fought it for years, as I was just afraid. When I had no choice and could barely walk , it was recommended I see Dr. Karkare. We set up a consultation and my wife and I left his office feeling totally confident and comfortable with moving ahead with the surgery. He explained everything to us, and the office staff set everything up for us and made the process easy. So about one month after our initial meeting I had the first knee done. I was up walking mere hours after the surgery, and on the workout machines the next morning. I went home two days after the surgery, and yes walked my daughter down the aisle at her wedding only one week after the surgery without even a cane! Three months later I had the other knee done and went home the very next day. Dr. Karkare put my fears to rest . I would highly recommend him. His expertise gave me my life back. Thank you Dr. Karkare.SincerelyVito Congro
Ethel Congo
23:58 12 Aug 20
Dr Rhodin really cares for his patients. When I see him he makes sure to review my progress in detail.
Micki Cahill
15:03 08 Feb 20
My mom had a total hip replacement by dr karkare. He is the BEST orthopedic doctor.Her incision is almost invisable.She is going back for her other hip next week. The office staff is the best, love Andrea.You wont find a better doctor.
Ryan Brigandi
21:06 13 Jul 18
There is no better Orthopedic doctor you will find. Broke my ankle three places on a Saturday. Called Dr. Karkare. He had is team ready at the hospital and operated on me within 6 hours after my injury. Now After 3 months of great care by him and his staff, I am walking to normalcy.
Spacecom Tel
04:13 23 Mar 18
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