Orthopaedics

The branch of orthopedic science has evolved from a basic practice of bone setting & massages to one which involves the practical application of medicine and surgery for the management of ailments of the musculoskeletal system.

Gone are the days when people after a fracture had to cope with a life of deformity & incapacitation. Orthopedics of the 21st century is a highly sophisticated & evidence-based science which has dramatically improved the lives of those affected by trauma, degenerative diseases, or any other disease which directly or indirectly affects the bones and joints.

State-of-the-Art Facilities

The department of orthopaedics has to its credit many ‘Firsts’ or, to say, many facilities & procedures which were started here for the first time & have reached a point of excellence in North India. To mention a few:

• State-of-the-art new operation theatre complex with the latest Hepa filters, LED lights, and OT tables.
• Major joint reconstructions after complex trauma.
• Interlocking nails for management of fractures.
• The latest locked plates are routinely used for treatment of fractures in which plating is required.
• Joint replacement of knee, hip, shoulder & elbow both primary as well as revisions.
• Arthroscopy for treatment of sports injuries & diagnosis of problems in various joints of the body.
• Minimally invasive surgery for hip and knee joints.
• The department has state-of-the-art 3 fluoroscopic machines which give very good results in the management of fractures and spine surgery.
• Spine surgery for both trauma cases and patients with disc problems & sciatica.
• Hand surgery, tendon repairs, and treatment of hand deformities.
• A dedicated physiotherapy department with an expert panel of Physiotherapists who guide and help in the postoperative rehabilitation.

Other Activities

• Regular camps in rural areas for screening of patients with orthopedic problems. At the same time, educating people regarding the prevention of bone and joint problems.
• Seminars at various industrial areas for the prevention of industrial accidents.
• The department has recently collaborated with Rubin Institute of Orthopedics, USA to start “Operation Walk.” In this, poor people in need of joint replacement will be offered surgery.
• Periodic press releases to educate the general public regarding the latest trends and advances in the field of orthopaedics.

Specialty Clinics

• Sports Medicine- Arthroscopy Clinic
• Pediatric Orthopaedic Clinic
• Spine Clinic
• Arthritis/ Joint Replacement Clinic
• Hand Clinic

Special Inpatient Services

• Special packages for knee and hip replacement
• Separate male and female orthopedic wards with dedicated staff
• Private room with trauma staff for looking after orthopedic patients
• Physiotherapy under the supervision of expert physiotherapists

Future Plans

• Computer-aided joint replacements.
• Starting a bone bank.
• Making “Operation Walk” fully operational.