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Dr. Harrison Oliver Scofield, MD is an orthopedist in San Antonio, TX specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and general practice. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. Dr. Harrison Oliver Scofield, MD is affiliated with TSAOG Orthopaedics & Spine, Baptist Health System, Baptist Hospital, Resolute Health Hospital and Westover.
11212 Texas 151 #150
San Antonio, TX 78251
3327 Research Plaza #215
San Antonio, TX 78235
11212 State Highway 151 #150
San Antonio, TX 78251
Replacement Arthroplasty (Joint Replacement)
Joint replacement, sometimes also called arthroplasty, is an option when a joint becomes severely damaged by disease or injury. The damaged cartilage of the joint is surgically removed, the ends of the bones in the joint are resurfaced, and a prosthetic is installed. Most prosthetic joints are made of a metal piece that fits into a plastic sleeve so that they glide smoothly. A joint replacement increases stability in the damaged area and decreases pain. The hip and knee are the two joints most commonly replaced, but joint replacement can also be performed on the ankle, shoulder, elbow and even fingers.
Although joint replacement is one of the safest and most reliable medical procedures available, it is still a major surgical procedure. All surgical procedures carry risks, such as infection or blood clots. For this reason, doctors try to help their patients avoid surgery for as long as they can. Taking arthritis medications, losing weight, avoiding high impact sports such as running, taking supplements such as glucosamine or chondroitin, or having joint injections may allow a patient to enjoy life without the need for surgery.
After having joint replacement surgery, patients can expect some pain the first few days as they recover. Physical therapy is an important part of recovery, and it can decrease complications and increase future mobility. As soon as possible, returning to low impact sports such as swimming, walking or biking can stretch and heal the new joint. A prosthetic joint can last 15 - 20 years and cannot be further damaged by degenerative diseases such as arthritis, so once it is done patients should be pain-free for many years.
Shoulder Arthritis
Shoulder arthritis is a very common condition that causes pain, stiffness, or a grinding sensation in the shoulder. Some patients may hear a clicking or popping noise, and all symptoms are more noticeable when moving. Arthritis occurs when the cartilage that cushions joints becomes damaged.
Normally, when two bones come together inside a joint, they are separated by a layer of tough, smooth cartilage. The cartilage allows the bones to glide across each other, which makes movement easier. Cartilage can be damaged by an injury, by an illness such as rheumatoid arthritis, or by simple wear and tear (osteoarthritis). In the shoulder, the two joints most commonly affected are the AC joint (where the shoulder blade and collarbone connect at the outside edge of the shoulder), and the glenohumeral joint (where the arm bone meets the shoulder blade).
Treatment for shoulder arthritis may include:
Surgical treatments include the removal of inflamed tissue and joint reconstruction. The type of arthritis and severity of the damage will determine which treatment is most appropriate.
Tendon Transfer
Tendons are rope-like fibers that connect muscles to bone. Tendon transfer surgery is a procedure that can be used to restore function to a muscle or tendon that no longer works due to injury or nerve damage. During the procedure, a neighboring tendon is 'borrowed' from an area where it is not necessary and repositioned to function in place of the damaged muscle or tendon.
Tendon transfer surgery can be performed on the arms, hands, feet, or other areas of the body where a muscle becomes unable to pull on its tendon. A nearby tendon is detached from its bone, but kept connected to its muscle, nerves, and blood supply. The loose end is connected to the bone that the patient could not move. After the attachment heals, the patient will be able to move that part of the body by flexing the newly connected muscle.
One of the benefits to tendon transfer surgery is that it does not have to be performed right away after an injury. It can be successful even if the affected area has been paralyzed for years. It does take time to retrain the brain to use a different muscle for movement, but the surgery is a powerful option to restore needed motion.
Dr. Harrison Oliver Scofield, MD graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine. He completed residency at JPS Health Network. He has a state license in South Carolina.
Medical School: University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine
Residency: JPS Health Network
Licensed In: South Carolina
Dr. Harrison Oliver Scofield, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Harrison Oliver Scofield, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Cigna, Aetna, GEHA, Multiplan, Blue Cross Blue Shield, TriWest, United Health Care, Medicare, Humana, Align and WellMed.
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These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Harrison Oliver Scofield, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$1,939
Healicoil $45 |
SYNERGY $19 |
$1,875 |
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$194
T2 $145 |
Variax $49 |
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$147
Equinoxe $147 |
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$142
$142 |
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$130
Implate $130 |
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$134
$134 |
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Dr. Harrison Scofield's medical specialty is general practice and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. He is in-network for several insurance carriers, including GEHA, MultiPlan, and Blue California. His education and training includes medical school at the University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine and residency at JPS Health Network. Dr. Scofield is affiliated with Baptist Health System. He has an open panel in San Antonio, TX according to Yext.
