How to prepare for an e-visit to an orthopedist?

The orthopedist is a specialist in motor system injuries, but we do not always have to go to this specialist’s office in person. The orthopedic surgeon can perform an initial assessment of the condition of bones, joints or muscles during an e-visit. During a remote consultation, the doctor will collect an interview, prescribe medications and, if necessary, order tests. How to prepare for an e-visit to an orthopedist?

When is an e-visit to an orthopedist recommended?

Teleconsultation with an orthopedist is an extremely convenient form of first contact with a doctor, especially when the patient has difficulty moving freely due to symptoms. Remote advice also allows you to efficiently obtain a prescription for drugs or referrals. In the event of disturbing symptoms, an e-appointment can be made quickly, and the waiting time is shorter than in the case of a traditional visit. Thanks to this, the patient will quickly consult a doctor and, if necessary, will be informed about the indications for a personal visit to the office.

Symptoms with which he or she can go to an orthopedic e-visit include: muscle and joint pain, bone pain, back pain, problems with limb mobility, joint swelling, as well as persistent inflammation of the locomotor system.

Registration for an e-visit to an orthopedist

For a private e-visit to an orthopedist, we can register at a telemedicine clinic. All you need to do is choose a doctor and a convenient date, as well as the form of contact – by phone or online. You should also pay for the e-visit using the selected type of secure electronic payment. If we want the doctor to interpret the previously performed tests or have access to the results, we should send him the necessary documentation before the visit.

What to remember before an e-visit to an orthopedist?

When preparing for a remote consultation with an orthopedist, we should remember about formal issues (our PESEL number) and technical issues (an efficient device through which we can contact the doctor). It is worth considering the symptoms with which we report to the doctor, e.g. their nature or when and under what circumstances they appeared. Information about medications taken, e.g. painkillers taken to reduce current ailments and chronic measures, will also be useful.

How to describe your ailments during an orthopedic teleconsultation?

During an e-visit to an orthopedist, it is important to tell your doctor about your symptoms in detail. Detailed information on problems with the locomotor system will allow the doctor to suggest further treatment, e.g. refer the patient for an examination or suggest an appointment at the office.

Dr Tomasz Polak, an orthopedist providing telemedicine advice using the haloDoctor.pl platform

During orthopedic teleconsultation, the patient should carefully and accurately describe his ailments, where they occur and during which activities they appear. It is necessary to determine whether the pains appear during activity, at rest or at night. The duration of the symptoms and the nature of the pain are also important. During teleconsultation, the orthopedist should determine whether a stationary visit and orthopedic examination are necessaryincluding imaging tests. In many cases, such as overload pain in the back or other parts of the body, thanks to e-consultations, we are able to reduce the number of traditional visits to the doctor. This also applies in particular to control visits when the patient has already visited the orthopedist for the first time and wants to consult the results of imaging tests.

How to dress for an orthopedic teleconsultation?

During the conversation with the orthopedist, the patient should feel comfortable. Remember to choose clothing that allows you to expose the part of the body that is the source of the symptoms, if necessary. This can be useful during a video chat when your doctor wants to see, for example, a blue skin or swelling in a sore spot.

Also read:

1. The course of an e-visit – what does a telemedicine consultation look like?
2. E-prescriptions – advantages and the way to fulfill electronic prescriptions
3. What software and hardware are necessary to take advantage of the e-visit?

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