Upper Limb Disorders Department, which is headed by Dr. Panagiotis G. Pantos, undertakes the treatment of upper limb disorders, i.e., shoulder, elbow and Hand.
Read more...These include:
- Degenerative diseases including osteoarthritis and secondary arthritis of all the joints of upper limb.
- Compressive neuropathies, such as carpal tunnel syndrome and ulnar nerve compression syndrome.
- Autoimmune and inflammatory diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis.
- Upper limb trauma and sport injuries, such as rotator cuff tear, tendon tear, fractures and dislocations.
The entire range of upper limb disorders is surgically covered in the department, using all available surgical techniques, from traditional ones up to the most sophisticated, which minimize surgical trauma and postoperative recovery time.
Having been trained and worked a Senior Consultant for a number of years in the best upper limb surgery centers in Germany, Dr. Pantos, has the know-how and experience rarely found in Greece, to perform arthroscopic surgeries when necessary, always aiming for the optimal clinical result for the patient.
The Department uses state-of-the-art medical equipment and the most advanced implants in the global market.
The surgeries are performed at Athens Euroclinic and more specifically at the Upper Limb Orthopedic Clinic, headed by Dr. Pantos
Diseases
Rupture of the rotator cuff tendons is a common condition in adults, especially after the age of 40. It causes pain, limited shoulder movement and therefore significantly affects daily activities.
There are several treatments available, depending on the extent and severity of the rupture.
Shoulder osteoarthritis is a condition that can significantly impact patient’s daily routine, as it is accompanied by pain and limited movement of the shoulder joint.
The final and effective treatment of osteoarthritis, which allows the patient to return to a normal life, is total shoulder arthroplasty and replacement of the affected joint surfaces, with special implants.