Have you heard about the treatments offered by our partner, Institut Rabat?
The center offers three treatments: Plantar Fasciitis, Ankle Pathology, and Second Medical Opinion.
Dr. Rabat is one of the most valued specialists in Andorra in the field of foot and ankle surgery since he has more than 40 years of experience in the diagnosis and treatment of different foot pathologies. If you suffer from foot or ankle pain, our partner will find the most suitable solution for you.
In this blog post, we will talk about the three previously mentioned treatments offered by the Institut Rabat. We will start with the treatment of Plantar Fasciitis.
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common foot diseases, which can cause heel pain and limit daily life, work, and sports activities for those who suffer from it.
Although most cases are resolved in the first three months with simple treatments, a significant number of patients do not resolve their problem, and it becomes chronic. For this reason, it is important to obtain a good diagnosis through a clinical examination in the hands of experts, an ultrasound examination, and even imaging tests such as Magnetic Nuclear Resonance.
At the Rabat Institute, they have extensive experience in the diagnosis and treatment of plantar fasciitis as well as other pathologies of the foot and ankle. In addition, they offer a variety of treatments that can help patients regain their quality of life. In very rare cases, surgery may be necessary. For this reason, it is essential to see specialists as soon as the symptoms appear to obtain adequate treatment and prevent the disease from becoming chronic.
What includes?
- First visit and case evaluation.
- Study of the imaging tests provided by the patient.
- Systematized physical examination.
- “In situ” ultrasound examination.
- In 90% of cases, accurate “DIAGNOSTICS” are obtained.
- Assessment of possible treatments.
- A large number of treatments are started in the office on the same day.
- Some treatments, such as “PrP” (Growth Factors) are scheduled for the next day as they require minimal preparation.
- A small number of cases will be amenable to surgical treatment.
When we talk about ankle pathology, we have two groups of patients: young people and athletes who suffer from chronic ankle instability and ankle osteochondritis and patients of a certain age who present with ankle osteoarthritis.
The therapeutic approach of our partner is that in the first case, many patients will require surgical treatment, and the main therapeutic weapon is arthroscopy. This non-invasive surgical technique makes it possible to approach the ankle joint through two small incisions, repair the ligaments, sew them up, clean the joint, and treat osteochondritis. The advantages of arthroscopy are rapid recovery, the absence of both external and internal scars, and the absence of postoperative pain.
Patients with ankle osteoarthritis, give importance to biological treatments, such as the implantation of stem cells expanded and cultivated in the “Cell Lab” laboratory in Andorra, the implantation of platelet-rich plasma or growth factors, and the implantation of hyaluronic acid.
In more serious cases, advanced surgical treatment may be required, but they always try to preserve the joint.
What includes?
- First visit and case evaluation.
- Study of the imaging tests provided by the patient.
- Systematized physical examination.
- “In situ” ultrasound examination.
- In 90% of cases, accurate “DIAGNOSTICS” are obtained.
- Assessment of possible treatments.
- Biological treatments (Stem Cells, PrP or others) during your stay with us.
- Surgical proposal in cases that require it
SECOND MEDICAL OPINION
The second medical opinion is very important in the treatment of pathologies of the foot and ankle.
Sometimes, patients suffering from foot and ankle pathologies do not find a solution to their ailment, despite having gone to multiple doctors and receiving different treatments. In these cases, the treatment of our partner,
second medical opinion—can be of great help.
Foot and ankle pathology requires a high degree of specialization, so it is important to go to doctors with experience and full dedication in this area. Patients who have undergone incorrect surgical treatment or who have suffered serious traumatic injuries can also benefit from this treatment, especially if inappropriate surgeries have been added over time or if there are sequelae that prevent a normal life.
Furthermore, in some cases, the solution may be less invasive than thought, such as in the case of Hallux Valgus (Bunion) surgery, where there are salvage procedures that can solve the problem.
If you are suffering from a foot and ankle pathology that is not resolved or if you have doubts about the treatment you are receiving, this second medical opinion treatment can be of great help to find the right solution and improve your quality of life.
What includes?
- First visit and case evaluation.
- Study of the imaging tests provided by the patient.
- Systematized physical examination.
- “In situ” ultrasound examination.
- In 90% of cases, accurate “DIAGNOSTICS” are obtained.
- Assessment of possible treatments.
*None of the three treatments offered by Institut Rabat include travel to Andorra or accommodation.
Our partner, Institut Rabat, is a specialized center that can offer personalized and appropriate solutions for each particular case. We hope this blog post has been interesting and helpful. You will find all the complete information on the three treatments on the website of Andorra Health Destination
