THE COMPETENT CHIPPIES !!
The master craftsmen with the skill set to craft , carve , shape and mould humans body parts , the orthopedic surgeons are the ones who rejuvenate and give a fresh lease of life, energy and renewed strength and spirit to the distorted and the dismembered .Hammers , saws , drilling machines , chisels are the power tools of these medical practioners . It is their expert carpentry that mends , repairs , remoulds and reshapes crushed, broken , degenerated bones and cartilage. ...not only that new body parts are adroitly replaced and implanted by them !! They are expert chippies as the commonly used slang goes !!
They are like Gods for the mutilated, accident - affected or the age related degenerative sufferers who place their faith in them in the hope of being up and about again . Apart from their advanced specialised medical studies , it is indubitably and unquestionably The Almighty who gives their deft fingers the expertise to restructure humans body parts on the operation table. Though considered to be common , routine practices and surgeries ,anything can go wrong in a split second jeopardizing lives.
It is only with the His blessings that everything goes smoothly.
Once the surgery is successful begins the rehabilitation period for the patient which is the most challenging part . For the incapacitated the thought of surgery is daunting but one faces it bravely in the hope of regaining health and fitness ...The highly sophisticated anaesthetic procedures ascertain that the patient is completely insensate and insentient during the surgical procedure .
However, post operative rehab and recovery is not very comfortable for the ortho- afflicted patient . Patience , Perseverance and Resilience are key components that can facilitate the rehabilitation.
In other surgeries recovery comes naturally gradually bringing back strength and stamina for the patient through planned diets and adequate rest.
However , for an ortho patient recovery depends solely on the individual . Whereas in other surgeries the patient is told to rest as much as possible. This is in stark contrast to the somehow- patched up limbs or newly - assembled limbs of an ortho patient who is expected to physically exert and exercise the operated body part ...and that too just a few hours after the surgery !! What an anti climax !
A part of the body which has been slashed , ripped open , battered , changed a few hours ago is supposed to be moved ....and just not moved , to be EXERCISED !! All this is to be done notwithstanding the excruciating pain and discomfort that one suffers.
In other words physiotherapy begins at the preliminary post - op stage . Physiotherapy is considered to be the most crucial and all - important facet of an orthopedic surgery !
Imagine the plight of the patient who has just about regained consciousness and instead of getting any sympathy the patient is categorically told by the visiting doctor and then the physio to start the brutal process !! And in that the physiotherapist is merciless and uncompromising. Physiotherapy is not fleeting..to be done just for a couple of days ..
It has to be endured for at least three months and certainly Exercise ultimately has to be incorporated in one's life style .
As I am right now talking of the patient's perspective the thought of moving one's limbs against one's comfort zone with the ensuing discomfort is not a pleasant thought at all. Once back in the precincts of one's abode this rigorous practice continues....The compulsive sight of the physiotherapist is dreadful , scary and intimidating as he seems to be the most cruel and unsympathetic being on earth with no trace of compassion or empathy for the convalescent unmindful of the excruciating pain accompanied with the physiotherapy . He appears to be the most callous and insensitive person to the patient .To bend the heavily bandaged knee , to raise it at 30 degrees and then hold it , to press the knee against the fist of the physio as much as possible are a few of the most ardous tasks for the patient !! Sleep is not very restful too as it is cumbersome to move the heavy leg and turn on one's side . Moreover mundane activities like morning ablutions and other routine chores when completed seem like impossible feats achieved for the day !! The unfortunate part is the dependence on others even for simple things although the walker ,
the patient's best counterpart that keeps the patient mobile is the greatest solace !!
Nevertheless physio is of paramount importance , essential and crucial for restoring mobility , strength , stamina and certainly confidence in the patient.
Once this rehabilitation period is over and the convalescent returns to his normal state does he / she realise that physiotherapy is The only way to get back to normalcy. Thus as the clichéd saying goes
All's well that ends well !!
Medical practioners have the only one sole purpose of curing and healing the sufferer in every way possible. They are architects replacing and implanting new body parts for the ones that are no more in good working condition. Plastic surgery which is much in demand these days can remodel facial features giving one a new look. It is as if one is reborn outside the womb of the mother with the kind of face , limbs etc one wished for !
Whatever the surgery is , every surgery is of great magnitude.For everything to fall in place at the right time on the operation table till the patient regains full consciousness has its own hazards .To be restored back to one's normal physical state when all internal organs start functioning well is no less than a miracle ! Physical healing is impossible without mental strength , grit and resolve ! The surgeons besides their surgical proficiency are able to study the mental and psychological impact of surgeries on patients . Boosting confidence , optimism and determination is part of their post- op therapy too. At that point of time they are like super men , expert healers and all - knowledgable for the convalescent who reposes a staunch faith in them following their advise in to- to ! That is how recovery is possible not merely through the post surgical drugs advised , but much depends on the resolutemess and strength of mind of the one who is recovering.
And it is through this noble profession that the astute , erudite competent medicos showcase their skill and expertise with the blessings of Our Creator and ...We Are Healed !!
