The Orthopedic, Rheumatology, and Joint Replacement Department offers a wide range of medical services aimed at diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal disorders. Here are the key services provided by the department
- Diagnostic Services
- Medical Consultations: Comprehensive evaluation by specialized orthopedic and rheumatology doctors
- Laboratory Tests: Blood tests to detect joint inflammation and autoimmune diseases (such as rheumatoid arthritis and gout).
- Medical Imaging:
- (X-rays)To detect fractures and bone changes
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging(MRI)To diagnose cartilage and ligament injuries
- Computed Tomography(CT scan):For detailed imaging of bones and joints
- Ultrasound Imaging(Ultrasound)To assess tendon and joint inflammation
- Non-Surgical Treatments
- Medication Therapy: Includes pain relievers, anti-inflammatory drugs, osteoporosis treatments, and biological therapy for rheumatoid arthritis
- Joint Injections:
- ions to reduce inflammation and pain
- Hyaluronic acid injections to improve joint mobility
- atelet-rich plasma injections(PRP)to regenerate tissues
- Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation: To improve mobility and strengthen muscles after injuries or surgeries
- Orthopedic Braces and Supports: Use of splints and braces to correct deformities or stabilize joints
- Specialized surgeries
- Joint replacement surgery: Replacing a knee or hip joint with an artificial joint to treat wear and tear on the joint.
- Arthroscopy: A minimally invasive surgery to treat torn ligaments and cartilage within a joint.
- Spinal surgery: Such as vertebral stabilisation, spinal canal expansion, and herniated disc treatment.
- Fracture repair and bone reconstruction: Using plates, screws or bone grafts.
- Correction of Bone Deformities: Such as limb straightening or scoliosis surgery Scoliosis operations.
- Rehabilitation and post-operative care
- Rehabilitation programmes after joint replacements and major surgeries.
- Physiotherapy sessions to enhance muscle strength and restore mobility.
- Follow up on chronic rheumatological conditions to minimise complications and improve quality of life.