At Baxter Health, we intentionally utilize conservative, proven treatment
methods such as Visionaire Cutting Guidance in knee replacement procedures,
robotic-assisted surgery, and premium hypoallergenic materials, namely
Oxinium and VERILAST technology, to provide you a shorter, less-invasive
procedure, a faster, less-painful recovery, and longer implant longevity.
Oxinium Oxidized Zirconium (Oxinium), starts from a metal alloy primarily
composed of Zirconium. Through a specific manufacturing process, the material
is "ceramicized," offering the smoothness and wear resistance
of ceramics without sacrificing the strength and durability of metal.
In short, these are all important considerations to a potential joint-replacement
patient that prefers an ideal implant material designed with strong construction,
offers low wear and unmatched durability, and is considered a hypoallergenic,
biocompatible material cleared by the FDA for 30 years of implant lifespan.
What is VISIONAIRE Precision Cutting Guidance?
With the rise of robotic-assisted surgery in the field of orthopaedics,
it is important to understand that world-class orthopaedic technology
and care does not require robotic assistance - which is why Baxter Health
orthopaedists prefer VISIONAIRE Cutting Guidance in knee replacement cases
over robotic-arm assistance. Data suggests that robotic-assisted knee
replacements actually have LONGER procedure times, HIGHER cost to patient
on average, and LONGER therapeutic recovery windows.
Oxinium + XLPE = VERILAST Technology
Unlike other implants, VERILAST Technology uses low-friction material on
both sides of the hip joint. The Australian National Joint Registry has
found VERILAST Technology to have the highest rates of survival of any
hip bearing pair studied.
If you receive a hip implant at Baxter Health, you will be receiving a
VERILAST Technology implant and the peace of mind that comes along with
it. The femoral head implant will be constructed of Oxinium, a ceramic-like
material that is 4,900 times more scratch resistant than a cobalt chrome
implant, meaning longer lifetime of the instrument. Also, because Oxinium
contains only trace amounts of nickel (<0.0035%), it is considered
to be a biocompatible material for patients with a metal allergy or even
a metal sensitivity.
Baxter Health 5 South Surgical Services, our dedicated post-surgery unit, boast a highly trained staff and 26
private rooms. There is also a gym area exclusively for orthopaedic patients,
where patients who undergo a joint replacement surgery will work with
physical therapists. Trained orthopaedic staff will care for you during
your stay and ensure you are on the road to a quick recovery. The orthopaedic
department has its own social worker and discharge planner to make sure
you have everything you will need when you get back home.
Moving In The Right Direction
Appointments for rehabilitation are easy to make. After receiving a referral
from your doctor, simply contact Baxter Health Rehab Services at
(870) 508-1560, from 7 a.m. – 6 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Rehabilitation services available for orthopaedic patients includes:
Orthopedic joint and soft-tissue mobilization
Treatment of upper and lower extremity injuries and/or impairments
Large, state-of-the-art gym with eight treatment rooms
Only hydrotherapy flow pool in northern Arkansas and southern Missouri
Nerve conduction and EMG testing
Complete wound care
Occupational therapy
Fabrication of custom splints and braces
Programs for patients with impaired concentration, thought organization
and problem-solving
Programs to improve activities of daily living (ADLs), including self-care
skills, and work, play or leisure activities
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