@terrwynl My surgeon does not do a lateral approach either yet. It kind of seems that patient testimonies are all we can go by currently... but it concerns me to be one of the first in a surgeon's new way of doing things, no matter how great the testimonies. I was told those doing the "Jiffy" have done 10 procedures under Dr. Patel before starting their practices back home. Mind you, these are experienced ortho Drs already. The #s of surgeons trained with this approach is climbing.

I so appreciated the standards of care that I received from a Center of Excellence. I had received a binder-full of education for every step of the way. The road to recovery was aided by "Mychart" follow-up and great medication oversight (stomach, pain, anticoagulants...).

If I choose the new approach, will all those bases be covered? So much to consider. Shorter recovery time and better outcomes for flexion and extension will be my pursuit.