Types of Specialized Surgery
Knee
- Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction (ACL)
- Revision ACL
- Osteotomy
- Meniscus Repair and Meniscectomy
- Arthrofibrosis
- Exercise-Induced Compartment Syndrome
Shoulder
- Rotator Cuff Repair
- Shoulder Instability
- Revision Shoulder Instability
- Shoulder Separation (note: special section on the difference between a separation and a dislocation)
- Clavicle Fractures
Elbow
- Tommy John surgery/baseball
- Elbow Arthroscopy
- Arthroscopic management of arthritis and stiffness in the elbow
Patient Education:
Video clips of different methods of injury
Coming Soon...Video clips of surgery
Coming Soon...Post-operative PAIN CONTROL INSTRUCTIONS-
- Post-operative pain control (knee)
- Post-operative pain control (ACL)
- Post-operative pain control (shoulder)
- Post-operative pain control (shoulder-bone spur)
Post-operative INSTRUCTIONS (General)-
- Post-operative Instructions after an ACL Reconstruction
- Post-operative Instructions after a Rotator Cuff Repair
- Post-operative Instructions after a SLAP repair
- Post-operative Instructions after a Knee Arthroscopy
- Post-operative Instructions after Shoulder Surgery
- Post-operative Instructions after a Total Knee Replacement
Crutch Training Instructions
***The injured leg always travels with the crutches***
Walking: The injured leg and the crutches advance first (a normal stride-length ahead), then the uninjured leg advances at a normal stride-length ahead of the crutches.
Walking down stairs: The crutches and the injured leg advance first, then the uninjured leg.
Walking up stairs: The uninjured leg advances first, then the crutches and the injured leg.
Antibiotics after joint replacement
If you have had a partial or total joint replacement with Dr. Hackett, you will need to take antiobiotics before and after any invasive procedures. Please call Eric Kaszynski, Dr. Hackett's Physician Assistant, at (970) 479-5866 with any questions or with an antiobiotic prescription request.
IN THE MEDIA
Dr. Tom Hackett discusses Blake Griffin's recovery from a meniscus tear, which will cause the NBA star to miss the Olympics in London.
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Dr. Tom Hackett of the Steadman Clinic explains how Kendall Marshall's surgery could have him ready for action on Friday when UNC faces Ohio in the Sweet 16.
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Dr. Tom Hackett From The Steadman Clinic Explains The 22-foot Superpipe Following Sarah Burke's Accident
January 13, 2012
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Dr. Tom Hackett Discusses Freeskier Sarah Burke's Accident and The Risk of Extreme Sports
Dr. Tom Hackett featured in Shape Magazine
Dr. Tom Hackett discusses Antonio Rodrigo Nogueira's broken arm, surgery and
recovery
Dr. Tom Hackett explains the concussion-like symptoms that have Sidney Crosby on the sidelines again.
Djokovic discusses his "dream year"
From the top of the Empire State Building in New York, 2011 US Open champion Novak Djokovic explains how professionalism led him through an impressive year.
How Does Recent Scrutiny on Surgeon-Device Company Relationships Impact Orthopedics? 5 Responses
See Dr. Hackett's blog on CNN Health
"Tri Challenge: Tapering before the race"
Will There Be a Place for Orthopedic and Spine Surgeon Relationships With Device Companies in the Future?
Is PRP a Passing Trend or the Future of Sports Medicine?: 4 Physician Responses
What Role Does Biologics Play in Sports Medicine?: 4 Physician Responses
Sports Illustrated asks Dr. Tom Hackett to assess Tiger Woods latest myriad of
injuries
Dr. Hackett featured on thecleanestline.com
Nick Baumgartner on his Snowboarder X Gold Medal
The Ski Channel Profiles Elbow, Shoulder & Knee Specialist Dr. Hackett
Dr Hackett featured in Sports Illustrated Video Interview explaining the injury Jay Cutler sustained in the NFC Championship game
Dr. Hackett featured in the Vail Mountaineer
Dr. Tom Hackett weighs in on Stephen Strasburg's need for Tommy John surgery, gives his opinion on when the phenom can return and how it will affect his pitching
PATIENT TESTIMONIALS
