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Sports Medicine & Orthopedics

The Centre of Excellence for Orthopaedics and sports medicine is a state-of-the-art facility aiming at providing patients of all ages with the best possible care in managing musculoskeletal disorders. Exceptional care is provided for a wide range of issues including knee and shoulder replacement, surface replacement of the hip, arthroscopic surgeries, complex fracture repair and other rheumatic conditions.
The department boasts a well-trained and highly skilled team of doctors and surgeons specializing in a number of fields including sports medicine, ortho oncology, pediatric ortho-surgery, spine surgery, microvascular surgery, trauma surgery and physical medicine. The team is ably backed by a group of speciality-trained nurses, patient counsellors and physical rehabilitation therapists.
The centre is equipped with a digital Ortho Intensive Care Unit, a state-of-the-art sports medicine division, as well as dedicated units for different kinds of surgeries and arthritis The centre also offers 24-hour accident and emergency care apart from day-care surgery and orthopaedic rehabilitation, Management of open fractures Infected non-union of long bones Limb lengthening Correction of deformities Fusion of joints
Postoperative pain control by epidural and IV analgesia by a team of experienced anaesthesiologists State-of-the-art Instrumentation. Image Intensifiers Well-equipped ICU for post-operative care.
Keyhole surgery for disorders of the knee, shoulder, elbow and ankle Surgery for ACL and Multi Ligament reconstruction of knee Surgery for Shoulder instability and rotator cuff injury High definition telescope and camera system Fracture/ Trauma care 24-hour total care of trauma patients Emergency life support Trauma ICU with ventilator support.

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We have some of the best specialists from around the world, they bring years of experience and offer evidence-based treatment to ensure the best care for you.

FAQs

Want to find out more about the treatment? The answer to your questions can be found below.

What does a Sports Medicine & Orthopedician do?

Orthopaedics treats, addresses, and focuses on various musculoskeletal issues, such as cartilage, bone, joint, and ligament problems. It ensures patients get relief and cope through surgical treatments or non-surgical therapies. It also provides guidance on injury prevention and overall musculoskeletal health.

What questions you should ask a Sports Medicine & Orthopedician?

Patients should ask questions related to the underlying health conditions and their root causes. They should also know the available treatment plan, associated risks and benefits, the recovery duration, and lifestyle changes required. Consider asking a sports medicine & orthopedician in Areekode at Aster Mother for required appointments post-treatment to monitor progress.

What are the most common conditions that Sports Medicine & orthopaedics treat?

Major conditions that orthopaedics at Aster Mother treat are tendinitis, strains, orthopaedic trauma, lower back pain, clubfoot and hip dysplasia, bone cancer, tumours, and osteoarthritis. They provide relevant treatment plans, considering patients’ medical conditions, consent, and treatment benefits.

When should I consider seeing a Sports Medicine & Orthopedician?

Patients suffering from musculoskeletal conditions must see sports medicine & orthopedician in Areekode. They should also see appointments when experiencing snapping or popping while moving the impacted joint, inflammation and swelling, joint pain, numbness, persistent joint moving problems, or stiffness. Lastly, during and post-treatment, frequent appointments are also required.

What is the role of a Sports Medicine & Orthopedician in a patient's treatment journey?

Orthopedicians at Aster Mother Hospital prevent patients from various joint problems through surgical and non-surgical treatments. They plan treatment with a thorough analysis of patients’ medical conditions, potential risks, and associated benefits and play a vital role in their recovery journey.

How does a Sports Medicine & Orthopedician decide on a treatment plan?

Orthopedicians decide on treatment plans by examining patients’ medical conditions and impacted body parts through imaging tests. They also consult patients and discuss their current symptoms and problems. They also conduct physical exams, such as moving the affected joint body parts, to determine current conditions.

What advancements or technologies are utilised by Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics?

Aster Mother Hospital has required medical equipment and devices such as diagnostic tools, MRI machines, CT scanners, X-ray machines, ultrasound machines, bone densitometer, arthroscopy equipment, joint replacement implants, and physical therapy equipment.

What documents to carry on my first visit to a Sports Medicine & Orthopedician?

If you are to visit orthopaedics, carry a complete medical history related to the affected joint or muscle pain. Also, carry reports of previous treatment and diagnostic reports, current symptoms, and a list of medications that you consume. You should also carry your primary doctor’s referral letters and insurance cards to cover the medical bills.

How should I prepare for my first visit to a Sports Medicine & Orthopedician?

You must prepare by carrying all medical reports related to joint and muscle problems or physical challenges that occurred due to traumas or sports injuries. Further, visit orthopaedics at Aster Mother with any guardian to ensure medical protocol goes smoothly, as doctors require the consent of patients/ guardians for the treatment.

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