App Detail » Knee Arthroscopy eSupport

App Description

Have you, a friend or family member been diagnosed with knee problems such as osteoarthritis, torn meniscus (cartilage) or ligament injury, or been told that you need a knee arthroscopy? Do you want to know more about knee problems and options for treatment? If yes, then this is the App for you.

Knee Arthroscopy eSupport is a comprehensive patient support App written by an experienced consultant knee surgeon, giving an overview of your condition, the possible investigations and treatment options, the surgical procedure itself - as well as recovery and rehabilitation.

All the information that you will need if you have been told that you need a knee arthroscopy– at your fingertips.

A must-have before proceeding to surgery.

Features:-

My information:-
Includes ability to personalise with your own diagnosis and proposed treatment, contact details, emergency phone numbers etc. and to add significant appointments directly to iPhone calendar. Insurance company treatment codes for the UK and USA are provided.

My Condition:-
Includes an overview of knee arthroscopy with colour images and information on 10 common and less common knee problems and the treatment options.

My Treatment:-
Includes comprehensive information and images about the various arthroscopic (keyhole) treatments that you may be offered, what to expect before and during your hospital stay and details of admission and discharge from hospital. It provides checklists detailing numerous questions, suggestions and reminders.

My Recovery:-
This provides advice on important areas such as nutrition, activity, potential symptoms and complications to help ensure a safe and rapid recovery. This includes advice, instructions and images on knee exercises to help you regain strength and function safely. Additional tips are provided and frequently asked questions are answered.

More:-
Links to website for further advice and a shopping trolley for related apps and products such as knee braces.

App Changes

• December 11, 2012 Initial release
• October 07, 2014 Price decrease: $2.99 -> FREE!