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Dr. Erik M. Fritz, MD is an orthopedist in Edina, MN specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and general practice. He graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School. Dr. Erik M. Fritz, MD is affiliated with Twin Cities Orthopedics, Crosstown Surgery Center, Twin Cities Orthopedics Edina-Crosstown and Eagan Orthopedic Surgery Center.
4010 W 65TH STREET
Edina, MN 55435
965 Prairie Center Drive #200
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
Hip Replacement
Hip replacement is a surgical procedure to replace parts of the hip joint that are damaged by disease or injury. It is most often done to treat arthritis, a common condition that causes stiffness and pain in the joints. Surgery is used only after other, less invasive treatments have failed to work.
The type of hip replacement patients receive is based on their age and the extent of damage to their hip. The hip joint has two parts: the femoral head, or hip ball, and the acetabulum, or hip socket. The hip ball is located on the upper end of the femur (thigh bone), and the hip socket is part of the pelvis. Depending on whether one or both parts require replacement, patients may need one of the following procedures:
During hip replacement surgery, an incision is made along the side of the hip. The surgeon may access the joint directly through this incision, or by using small tools and a lighted tube called an arthroscope to see and treat the joint. The diseased tissue is removed, and the bones are smoothed out and fitted with metal ends. The metal pieces may be cemented in place, or they may have a porous structure that encourages bone to grow into them and hold them securely. A smooth plastic cushion is placed between the two bones to replace the cartilage and allow the joint to move freely.
Hip replacement surgery takes one to two hours, and afterwards patients may stay in the hospital for several days. When patients go home, they will have to use a cane, walker, or crutches at first. Patients will likely have physical therapy to improve their ability to move with their new hip. After the first few weeks, light exercise such as bike riding or swimming will help them heal, but certain actions, such as climbing stairs or bending over at the waist, may be difficult at first. It will take several weeks before they can drive or return to work. Full recovery may take six to 12 months.
Palmar Fasciectomy
Palmar fasciectomy is a surgical procedure used to treat Dupuytren's contracture. The muscles and tendons that control the fingers are held in place by a tough sheet of connective tissue that lies just under the skin of the palm. In Dupuytren's, this connective tissue (or fascia) begins to develop scar tissue, even though it has not been injured. The fascia becomes thick and tough, and knits together into knots. This causes the fingers to become stiff and pull inwards towards the palm. It is not known exactly what causes Dupuytren's, but it is more common in older men, especially those from Northern Europe.
Palmar fasciectomy is the surgical removal of this diseased fascia. Depending on the severity of the disease, some or all of the fascia may be removed. In very severe cases, where the hand has been in a curled position for a long time, skin on the palm or ligaments around the finger joints can shrink so that it is impossible to straighten the fingers. In these cases, skin grafts and additional surgery can be used. The muscles and tendons of the hand are left in place, and without the diseased fascia they are free to move normally.
Because of the delicate nature of the hand, a palmar fasciectomy may take several hours to perform. There may be some pain as the skin and tissue in the hand heals, and patients will likely have to wear a splint to keep their fingers straight for several weeks. Physical therapy, including stretches, heat treatments, massage, and exercise, is often prescribed to assist healing. Unfortunately there is no cure for Dupuytren's contracture, and symptoms will come back in about half of the patients who have a palmar fasciectomy. The earlier in the disease the surgery is performed, the less likely it is to come back; so having surgery sooner rather than later is preferable.
Dr. Erik M. Fritz, MD graduated from University of Minnesota Medical School. He completed residency at University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Minnesota.
Medical School: University of Minnesota Medical School
Residency: University of Minnesota Affiliated Hospitals
Licensed In: Minnesota
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Erik M. Fritz, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$150
AVANCE NERVE GRAFT $150 |
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$48
Aptus $48 |
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$31
A.L.P.S. $31 |
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Dr. Erik Fritz is a general practice and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery specialist in Edina, MN and Eden Prairie, MN. He has an open panel in Edina, MN according to Yext.
