Knee & Ankle

Achilles Tendon Rupture is an injury that affects the back of your lower leg. Sometimes called the heel cord, it is the largest tendon in the human body. When the calf muscles contract, the Achilles tendon is tightened, pulling the heel. This allows you to point your foot and stand on tiptoe. It is vital to such activities as walking, running, and jumping. It most commonly occurs in people playing recreational sports.

ACL reconstruction typically involves replacing the torn ligament with a graft. This graft can be taken from another part of your knee or, in some cases, from a deceased donor. The surgery is usually performed arthroscopically, which means it’s minimally invasive. Surgeons make small incisions around your knee and insert a tiny camera — an arthroscope — that allows them to view the inside of the joint and perform the surgery with precision.

Ankle fracture surgery is a critical procedure aimed at repairing broken bones in the ankle joint. This type of surgery is essential for restoring the normal alignment and function of the ankle, which is pivotal for walking and weight-bearing activities.

Ankle fracture surgery is typically recommended when a break in one or more of the ankle bones (tibia, fibula, or talus) is severe, displaced, or unstable. Such fractures often result from high-impact injuries like falls, sports accidents, or car crashes. The surgery becomes crucial when the bones are not aligned correctly, as improper healing could lead to long-term problems, including arthritis and difficulty in walking.

Arthroscopic Chondroplasty is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to repair and smooth damaged cartilage in a joint, most commonly the knee. This procedure is particularly beneficial for patients suffering from cartilage wear due to conditions like osteoarthritis or from sports injuries.

During an arthroscopic chondroplasty, the surgeon makes small incisions around the joint and inserts an arthroscope, a small camera that provides a clear view of the inside of the joint. Specialized instruments are then used to trim or repair the damaged cartilage. The goal is to smooth the cartilage surface, which helps to reduce pain and improve joint function.

Calcaneal fracture fixation is a surgical procedure aimed at repairing a broken heel bone, known as the calcaneus. These fractures often result from high-energy impacts, such as falls from a height or car accidents, and can be quite severe, involving displacement of bone fragments.

The primary goal of calcaneal fracture fixation is to restore the normal shape of the heel, which is crucial for walking and bearing weight. Surgery typically involves making an incision to access the broken bone, repositioning the fragments into their natural alignment, and then securing them with metal plates and screws. In some cases, particularly less severe fractures, a minimally invasive approach may be used, involving smaller incisions and percutaneous techniques.

Knee Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat problems in the knee joint. This technique has become increasingly popular due to its less invasive nature compared to traditional open knee surgery, leading to quicker recovery times and less postoperative discomfort.

During knee arthroscopy, small incisions, usually about a quarter of an inch each, are made around the knee. An arthroscope, a small camera, is inserted through one of these incisions to provide a clear view of the inside of the knee joint on a video monitor. Surgeons then use miniature surgical instruments inserted through other incisions to trim or repair damaged tissue. Common issues addressed through knee arthroscopy include torn meniscal cartilage, torn or damaged anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) or posterior cruciate ligament (PCL), inflamed synovial tissue, and misalignment of the patella (kneecap).

Meniscus repair and partial meniscectomy are two surgical procedures used to treat tears in the meniscus, a C-shaped piece of cartilage in the knee that acts as a shock absorber between the thigh and shin bones. These procedures address meniscal injuries, common in both athletes and the general population, often caused by twisting or turning quickly with the foot planted and the knee bent.

Meniscus repair involves stitching the torn pieces of the meniscus back together. This procedure is generally preferred when the tear is in the outer part of the meniscus, which has a better blood supply and a higher chance of healing. The goal of meniscus repair is to preserve as much healthy tissue as possible, as this can help maintain knee stability and function and potentially prevent future joint problems.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injections are an innovative medical treatment that leverages the body’s natural healing abilities to repair damaged tissue and alleviate pain. This technique has gained popularity in orthopedics, sports medicine, and regenerative therapy due to its minimally invasive nature and potential to expedite recovery.

PRP therapy involves extracting a small quantity of the patient’s blood, which is then processed in a centrifuge to concentrate the platelets. These platelets are crucial as they contain growth factors that promote healing and tissue regeneration. The concentrated platelet-rich plasma is then re-injected into the affected area, targeting the specific site of injury or degeneration.

Revision knee surgery, often considered a complex procedure, is performed when a previous knee replacement surgery (total or partial) has failed or worn out. This surgery is more intricate than the initial knee replacement due to various factors such as bone loss, scar tissue, and changes in the knee’s anatomy.

The primary reasons for undergoing revision knee surgery include wear and tear of the prosthetic components, loosening of the implant, infection, instability, and persistent pain or stiffness. Additionally, fractures or injuries around the replaced joint may necessitate a revision.

Total Knee Replacement (TKR), also known as Total Knee Arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that involves replacing a knee damaged by arthritis or injury with artificial components. It aims to relieve pain and restore function in severely diseased knee joints, providing patients with a chance to return to normal activities with improved quality of life.

During a TKR, the surgeon removes damaged bone and cartilage from the surface of the knee joint – the end of the femur (thigh bone), the top of the tibia (shin bone), and the underside of the patella (kneecap). These parts are then replaced with artificial components made of metal alloys, high-grade plastics, and polymers. The prosthetic components mimic the knee’s natural movement and function, effectively replacing the damaged joint surfaces.