Understanding Sternal Reconstruction: A Path to Healing

If you've undergone cardiac surgery and are experiencing persistent clicking, rubbing, or pain due to your sternum (breastbone) not healing properly, sternal reconstruction may offer a significant improvement in your quality of life. Here, we provide detailed information on how this procedure can be a crucial solution for enhancing recovery and alleviating pain.

Why Consider Sternal Reconstruction?

After cardiac surgery, some patients face complications with sternal healing, which can lead to chronic pain, rubbing, clicking, weakness, and limited physical activity. Sternal reconstruction is a surgical procedure designed to address these issues by realigning and stabilizing the sternum. This process not only helps in reducing pain but also significantly improves the structural integrity of the chest, aiding in better respiratory function and overall mobility.

How Sternal Reconstruction Works:

1. Assessment and Planning: Our specialists conduct a thorough evaluation using advanced imaging techniques to understand the extent of the non-healing and plan the procedure tailored to your specific needs.

2. The Procedure: Using state-of-the-art techniques, surgeons realign the sternum and use titanium reconstruction plates to align and secure the bone, ensuring proper healing and union.

3. Recovery and Support: Post-surgery, our team provides comprehensive care and guidance to ensure a smooth recovery. This includes pain management, activity guidance, therapy if needed, and regular follow-ups.

Benefits of Sternal Reconstruction:

• Pain Relief: One of the primary benefits of sternal reconstruction is significant pain reduction, allowing patients to return to daily activities with increased comfort.

• Enhanced Mobility: With the sternum properly healed and stabilized, patients typically experience better range of motion and overall physical function.

• Improved Respiratory Function: Correct alignment of the sternum supports better lung expansion, facilitating improved breathing.

• Reduced Risk of Further Complications: Proper healing of the sternum decreases the likelihood of future health issues related to the surgical site. Further more we use the muscles to protect the hardware so that a superficial infection doesn’t cause major issue.

Your Next Steps:

Are you considering sternal reconstruction? Our expert team is here to guide you through every step of the process, from initial consultation to full recovery. Contact us today to schedule an appointment and learn how sternal reconstruction can transform your post-surgery recovery journey.

Our commitment is to provide you with the best care and support, ensuring that your path to recovery is as smooth and pain-free as possible. We invite you to explore our site further for more information on our services, patient testimonials, and expert insights.