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Dr. Krishna Ravella, MD is an orthopedist in Elmhurst, IL specializing in orthopedics/orthopedic surgery and hand surgery. He graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2018 and has 8 years of experience. Dr. Krishna Ravella, MD is affiliated with Endeavor Health and ENDEAVOR HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP.
Tendon Transfer
Tendons are rope-like fibers that connect muscles to bone. Tendon transfer surgery is a procedure that can be used to restore function to a muscle or tendon that no longer works due to injury or nerve damage. During the procedure, a neighboring tendon is 'borrowed' from an area where it is not necessary and repositioned to function in place of the damaged muscle or tendon.
Tendon transfer surgery can be performed on the arms, hands, feet, or other areas of the body where a muscle becomes unable to pull on its tendon. A nearby tendon is detached from its bone, but kept connected to its muscle, nerves, and blood supply. The loose end is connected to the bone that the patient could not move. After the attachment heals, the patient will be able to move that part of the body by flexing the newly connected muscle.
One of the benefits to tendon transfer surgery is that it does not have to be performed right away after an injury. It can be successful even if the affected area has been paralyzed for years. It does take time to retrain the brain to use a different muscle for movement, but the surgery is a powerful option to restore needed motion.
Trigger Finger Surgery
"Trigger finger," or stenosing tenosynovitis, is a condition where the tendons at the base of a finger become irritated and swollen. They may develop small lumps similar to scar tissue. As the swollen, bumpy tendons pass through their sheath, a tunnel of connective tissue that holds them in place, they become stuck. The finger gets frozen in a bent, curled position. If forced, the finger can be straightened. When this happens, the stuck tendons slip through all at once, often causing a popping or clicking noise. Many cases of trigger finger respond well to non-surgical treatments such as NSAIDs, splints, or injected steroids. However, in severe cases, surgery may be necessary.
During trigger finger surgery, the tendons at the base of the affected finger are identified and the sheath is opened up, allowing the tendons to move freely without getting stuck. This can be done through a tiny incision in the palm, or even without an incision at all, using the tip of a needle. Most people are able to move their fingers normally, bending and straightening their finger without catching or popping, right away after surgery. Although patients may have some pain and stiffness as they heal, recovery is quick.
Dr. Krishna Ravella, MD graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine in 2018. He completed residency at University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine (2018)
Residency: University of Illinois at Chicago Affiliated Hospitals (2023)
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Krishna Ravella, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.65 out of 5 stars based on 10 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Krishna Ravella, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Elmhurst, IL.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Krishna Ravella, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$10,000
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$262
Variax $117 |
T2 ALPHA $70 |
HOFFMANN $42 |
Gamma $34 |
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$112
Physio-Stim $112 |
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Dr. Krishna Ravella specializes in hand surgery and orthopedics/orthopedic surgery. Patients rated him highly, giving him an average of 4.5 stars (out of 5). Areas of expertise for Dr. Ravella include surgical repair, carpal tunnel surgery, and carpal tunnel syndrome. Before performing his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Illinois at Chicago, Dr. Ravella attended Georgetown University School of Medicine. He is professionally affiliated with Endeavor Health.
