Minimally invasive surgical procedures were developed to prevent some of the common complications from traditional large surgical incisions. The advantage of minimally invasive surgery is the ability to maintain blood supply to the bone and soft tissues which helps the healing process, reduces the risk of infection and complications resulting from large wounds on the skin. This type of surgery is also associated with less blood loss, a smaller scar and most importantly, a quicker recovery allowing patients to return to normal activity sooner. Minimally invasive orthopaedic procedures are used for diagnosing and treating diseases and injuries to bones, cartilage, ligaments, muscles and tendons.

Minimally invasive surgery is not just doing the same surgical procedure through smaller incisions. It involves a different approach to the problem, requiring that the surgeon develop three-dimensional interpretation as well as refined surgical skill.

This type of surgery also requires different surgical instruments that may not be available commercially. In Dr. Cole's case, he has developed multiple instruments that facilitate his unique approach to various problems. The multiple devices invented by Dr. Cole allow him to address complex problems in a standardized fashion, which gives him the opportunity to improve his technique.

While minimally invasive surgery may seem like a new concept, Dr. Cole has been performing it successfully for years. In fact, he contributed to some of the groundbreaking developments in minimally invasive surgery. Dr. Cole and the Fracture Care Center team is uniquely experienced and understands minimally invasive practices and procedures.

Fracture Care Center
Minimally Invasive Orthopaedic Procedures

• Ankle fracture reduction and internal fixation
• Calcaneus fracture, fracture reduction and internal fixation
• Tibial plateau fracture, fracture reduction and internal fixation
• Supracondylar femur fracture, fracture reduction and internal hip fracture fixation with vector nail
• Proximal humerus fracture, fracture reduction and internal fixation
• Radius and ulna shaft fracture, fracture reduction and internal fixation
• Knee unicompartmental arthroplasty

For more information on orthopaedic minimally invasive surgery and how it may help you, call the Fracture Care Center at (407) 895-8890 or contact us online.

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