Growing up as an athlete gave Dr. Patterson some of the insights into how athletes push themselves through pain and often end up with worse injuries.
Fortunately, technology is pushing the boundaries with medical advancements that are making procedures and diagnosis much safer. The difference in time between using point of care ultrasound to assess dynamic instability can make it possible for the patient to receive treatment immediately instead of having to wait days or weeks for the results of an MRI. Patient confidence is also elevated when they can see the procedure with their own eyes.