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Overview of Orthopedics

Orthopedics is vital in diagnosing, treating, and preventing musculoskeletal disorders. At Prashanth Hospitals, recognized as a leading orthopedic hospital and ortho hospital in Chennai, we provide top-notch orthopedic care. Our advanced facilities and skilled medical team ensure the highest quality care for various orthopedic conditions, making us the preferred choice for those seeking the best orthopedic doctor in Chennai. “Caring for your movement, caring for your life.”

Orthopedic care is a specialized medical field focused on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disorders affecting the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. Our orthopedic hospital in Chennai is equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed by expert orthopedic specialists. Whether it’s treating acute injuries, managing chronic conditions, or performing complex surgeries, our Chennai Orthopaedic Centre is dedicated to providing comprehensive care that enhances mobility and improves quality of life for our patients.

Comprehensive Orthopedic Care

Trauma and Fracture Care: Prompt and effective treatment for bone fractures, dislocations, and other traumatic injuries. Our orthopedic surgeons use advanced techniques to ensure proper alignment and healing of broken bones.
Joint Disorders: Management of conditions affecting the joints, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and bursitis. Treatment options range from medication and physical therapy to minimally invasive joint replacement surgeries.
Spine Disorders: Comprehensive care for spinal conditions such as herniated discs, scoliosis, and spinal stenosis. Our approach includes both conservative treatments and surgical interventions like spinal fusion and decompression.
Sports Injuries: Specialized care for athletes of all levels, addressing injuries such as ACL tears, meniscus tears, and rotator cuff injuries. We provide both surgical and non-surgical treatments to help athletes return to their activities safely.
Pediatric Orthopedics: Treatment of musculoskeletal problems in children, including congenital deformities, growth plate injuries, and pediatric fractures. Our pediatric orthopedic specialists are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care for young patients.
Orthopedic Oncology: Diagnosis and treatment of benign and malignant tumors of the bones and soft tissues. This includes collaboration with oncologists for comprehensive cancer care.

Symptoms

Joint Pain: Persistent or intermittent pain in the joints is one of the most common symptoms of orthopedic conditions. This pain can range from mild discomfort to severe, debilitating pain and can be associated with conditions such as arthritis, bursitis, or injuries.
Swelling and Inflammation: Swelling in the affected area is often a clear sign of an underlying orthopedic issue. Inflammation can result from joint diseases like rheumatoid arthritis or from acute injuries such as sprains and fractures. Swelling may be accompanied by warmth and redness in the affected area.
Stiffness and Limited Range of Motion: Difficulty in moving joints and muscles, resulting in stiffness, is a frequent symptom. Conditions such as osteoarthritis, tendonitis, and muscle strains can lead to restricted movement, making everyday tasks challenging.
Weakness: Muscle weakness, particularly in the limbs, can indicate problems with the muscles, tendons, or nerves. Conditions like rotator cuff tears, carpal tunnel syndrome, and other nerve compression disorders often present with weakness.
Numbness and Tingling: These sensations, often described as pins and needles, can occur due to nerve compression or damage. Conditions such as herniated discs, sciatica, and peripheral neuropathy are common causes of numbness and tingling.
Deformities: Visible deformities, such as bowing of the legs, misalignment of joints, or abnormal curvature of the spine, can be signs of orthopedic conditions. These deformities can result from congenital issues, trauma, or degenerative diseases.
Arthritis: Symptoms include joint pain, stiffness, swelling, and decreased range of motion. Rheumatoid arthritis may also cause fatigue and loss of appetite.
Fractures: Symptoms include intense pain, swelling, bruising, and an inability to move the affected area. Deformity might also be visible.
Tendonitis: Symptoms include pain and tenderness along a tendon, especially near a joint. Movement of the affected area may be painful.
Herniated Discs: Symptoms include back pain, numbness, and tingling in the limbs, and muscle weakness. Severe cases may cause loss of bowel or bladder control.

Causes and Risk Factors

Injuries: Traumatic events like falls, sports injuries, and accidents can cause fractures, dislocations, and ligament tears, stressing bones and joints.
Degenerative Diseases: Conditions like osteoarthritis and osteoporosis worsen over time, causing joint pain, stiffness, and increased fracture risk.
Congenital Disorders: Conditions like clubfoot, hip dysplasia, and scoliosis are present from birth, affecting bone and joint structure, needing early intervention.
Infections: Bacterial or viral infections in bones and joints can cause severe pain, swelling, and damage, needing prompt treatment.
Tumors: Abnormal growths in bones or tissues, benign or malignant, cause pain, swelling, and fractures. Early treatment is crucial.
Overuse Injuries: Repetitive activities can lead to tendonitis and stress fractures from continuous strain on muscles and joints.
Inflammatory Diseases: Rheumatoid arthritis and lupus cause joint inflammation, pain, swelling, and potential long-term damage.
Metabolic Disorders: Gout results from metabolic imbalances, causing uric acid buildup in joints, leading to intense pain and inflammation.

Orthopedic Treatment

Benign bone tumors: Non-cancerous tumors that may damage bone. Surgical removal restores bone health. Types include osteoblastoma, enchondroma, and giant cell tumor.
Malignant bone tumors: Cancerous tumors like osteosarcoma and Ewing’s sarcoma. Early treatment with surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy is crucial to prevent amputation.
Lesion of joint: Conditions like synovial chondromatosis cause pain in joints like the knee and elbow. Surgery removes lesions to restore joint function.
Soft tissue sarcomas: Malignant or benign tumors in fat or muscle, such as liposarcoma. Treated with surgery, radiotherapy, and chemotherapy.
Bone cancer treatment: Addresses abnormal growths in bones, both benign and malignant. Early detection and treatment, including surgery and radiation, are critical.
Arthritis: Conditions like osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis cause joint pain and stiffness. Managed with medications, physical therapy, and sometimes surgery.
Arthroscopic surgery: Minimally invasive procedure using an arthroscope to diagnose and treat joint disorders like meniscal tears and rotator cuff injuries.
Meniscal repair: Surgery to fix torn knee cartilage caused by injuries or degeneration. Often performed arthroscopically.
Spinal surgery: Includes procedures like disc surgery and correction of spinal deformities. Aims to relieve pain and restore function.
Joint replacement: Surgery to replace damaged joints with artificial ones, commonly performed on hips and knees. Improves mobility and reduces pain.

Why Choose Prashanth Hospitals

VELYS Robotic Assisted Technology: Ensures precise and efficient knee replacement surgeries, enhancing patient outcomes.
Robotic-Assisted Knee Replacement: Utilizes advanced robotic systems for accurate procedures and faster recovery.
Expert Orthopedic Surgeons: Highly skilled surgeons with extensive experience in robotic-assisted surgeries.
Comprehensive Rehabilitation: Personalized postoperative care and rehabilitation programs for optimal recovery.
Patient-Centered Care: Focus on individualized treatment plans and patient comfort throughout the healthcare journey.
State-of-the-Art Facilities: Equipped with the latest medical technology and modern amenities to ensure patient comfort and advanced care.
Holistic Approach: Integrated care addressing all aspects of patient health and well-being, from diagnosis to recovery.
Proven Track Record: High success rates and numerous positive patient testimonials highlight our commitment to excellence in orthopedic care.

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