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Plain-English information about siko conditions, operations, and recovery.

How your siko works

How your elbow works Elbow anatomy: understanding the humerus, radius, and ulna – key to understanding elbow function and injury. Open →

Conditions

Distal Humerus Fracture Open → Distal na Pagputol ng Triceps Tendon A rare tear of the triceps tendon at the back of the elbow — how to spot it, who is at risk, and why complete tears usually need early repair. Open → Fraktura ng Olecranon Olecranon fractures — patterns, non-operative care, and tension-band or plate fixation. Open → Fraktura ng Ulo ng Radius Radial head fractures — Mason classification, conservative management, and indications for fixation or replacement. Open → Golfer's Elbow Golfer’s elbow (medial epicondylitis) — causes, symptoms, and conservative treatment options. Open → Kakaitan ng Siko Elbow ligamentous and bony instability, including dislocation and the terrible-triad pattern. Open → Olecranon Bursitis Olecranon bursitis — causes, symptoms, and when to seek urgent medical attention for infection. Open → Osteoarthritis ng Siko Osteoarthritis of the elbow — primary and post-traumatic, conservative and surgical options. Open → Osteochondritis Dissecans ng Capitellum A lateral elbow joint-surface problem in young throwers and gymnasts — how it is found, when it heals with rest, and when surgery is needed. Open → Pagsira ng Distal Biceps Distal biceps rupture causes sudden elbow pain, bruising, and weakness—often needing surgical repair. Open → Sindrom ng Cubital Tunnel Cubital tunnel syndrome causes ulnar nerve compression at the elbow — symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. Open → Sindrom ng Pronator at Sindrom ng Anterior Interosseous Nerve Median nerve trouble high in the forearm — forearm aching with hand tingling (pronator) or weakness pinching the thumb and index (AIN), and how each is treated. Open → Sindrom ng Radial Tunnel Radial tunnel syndrome — causes forearm pain, weakness straightening fingers, and is distinct from tennis elbow. Open → Sugat sa Ulnar Collateral Ligament (Tommy John Injury) The medial elbow ligament injury of throwers — how it presents, when rehab is enough, and what Tommy John reconstruction involves. Open → Tennis Elbow Tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis) — causes, symptoms, and conservative treatment options for pain relief. Open →

Operations

Arthroplasty ng Siko Total elbow replacement — indications, implants, and recovery. Open → Elbow Arthroscopy Open → Pag-alis ng Olecranon Bursa (Bursectomy) What olecranon bursectomy involves, why it is a last resort, and the honest wound-healing and recurrence picture. Open → Pagkumpuni ng Distal Biceps Distal biceps rupture repair — restoring elbow flexion strength and addressing the “Popeye” deformity. Open → Paglabas ng Cubital Tunnel Cubital tunnel release relieves ulnar nerve compression—addressing numbness/weakness in the ring & little fingers. Open → Paglabas ng Tennis Elbow Tennis elbow release surgery — for persistent pain despite physiotherapy and other conservative treatments. Open → Paglilinis ng Radial Tunnel Radial tunnel release relieves pain from PIN compression – distinct from tennis elbow, and how surgery helps. Open → Radial Head Replacement Open → Stiff Elbow Release (Arthrolysis) Open →

Recovery and rehabilitation

Ang araw ng iyong operasyon What to expect on the day of day-case upper-limb surgery, from arrival and meeting the team to waking up and going home. Open → Ang iyong nerve block sa balikat The nerve block we use for shoulder surgery — how it numbs your arm, why it controls pain so well, and what to expect as it wears off. Open → Ang pagpapakonsulta para sa iyong sugat at pag-alis ng tahi What happens at the post-op wound check, dissolvable vs removable stitches, what removal feels like, and when to seek help sooner. Open → Araw-araw na buhay pagkatapos ng operasyon sa balikat Washing, dressing, sleeping and managing day-to-day with the operated arm in a sling after shoulder surgery. Open → Araw-araw na buhay pagkatapos ng operasyon sa kamay, pulso, o siko Keeping a hand or wrist dressing dry, elevation to control swelling, and one-handed living after hand, wrist or elbow surgery. Open → Init vs Yelo When ice helps, when heat helps, and how to use either safely on the upper limb. Open → Isip, Stress, at Pagbawi How stress, low mood, anxiety and worry about pain affect recovery and surgical outcomes — and what helps. Open → Mga Pampapayat ng Dugo Bago ang Operasyon How anticoagulants and antiplatelets work, and why the timing of stopping each before surgery differs — platelet turnover, half-lives and clot risk. Open → Mga pangunahing impormasyon tungkol sa hand therapy What to expect from hand therapy, how often you'll go, and what good rehab looks like. Open → Naka-infekt ba ang sugat ko? How to tell normal healing from a wound infection after surgery — the warning signs and when to seek help. Open → Pag-aalaga ng cast at splint sa bahay Looking after a plaster or splint at home — keeping it dry, elevation, keeping joints moving, and the urgent signs of a too-tight cast. Open → Pag-aalaga sa iyong peklat Massage, silicone, sun protection and the 12-month timeline for surgical scars to soften and fade. Open → Pag-aalaga sa iyong sugat Dressings, showering, and signs of infection after upper-limb surgery. Open → Pag-iwas sa mga dugo na kumbinasyon sa bahay Reducing the risk of deep vein thrombosis after upper-limb surgery — mobilisation, hydration, medication. Open → Pag-ubot at pagtaas ng posisyon pagkatapos ng operasyon Why a hand or arm swells after surgery, how elevation and gentle movement control it, and when swelling is a warning sign. Open → Pagbabalik sa isports Phased return to sport after upper-limb surgery, and when contact sport is safe again. Open → Pagbabalik sa trabaho When you can return to desk, light, and heavy work after upper-limb surgery. Open → Paghahanda para sa Operasyon General checklist for the days before upper-limb surgery — fasting, what to bring, medications. Open → Pagkain nang maayos para sa paggaling Everyday food to support recovery after surgery — protein, energy, healing vitamins, and preventing constipation. Open → Paglipad at paglalakbay pagkatapos ng operasyon Clot risk, cast tightness at altitude, fitness to fly and the practicalities of travelling after upper-limb surgery. Open → Pagmamaneho Pagkatapos ng Operasyon sa Balikat at Braso: Kailan Ito Ligtas at Legal? After most shoulder surgery, including rotator cuff repair, you usually cannot drive for about six weeks, and not while your arm is in a sling. When it is safe and legal to get back to the wheel after hand, wrist, elbow or shoulder surgery. Open → Pagpupuyat Bago ang Operasyon: Ano ang Maaari Mong Kainin at Inumin, at Bakit Why you must stop eating before an anaesthetic, when you can still sip water, and what can happen if you do not fast. The clear fasting rules that keep your stomach empty and your lungs safe during surgery. Open → Pagsuot at Pagtulog gamit ang Arm Sling How to sleep in an arm sling, get the sling position right, and look after it after shoulder, elbow or wrist surgery, including whether to keep the sling on overnight. Open → Pagsusuka at pag-aalaga sa tiyan pagkatapos ng operasyon Why constipation is common after surgery (especially with strong painkillers) and how to prevent and manage it. Open → Pagtulog, Sakit, at Pagbawi How sleep and pain affect each other, why surgery and shoulder problems disturb sleep, and what helps you rest and recover. Open → Pamamahala ng sakit pagkatapos ng operasyon What pain to expect, how to use pain relief well, and when to call. Open →

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