What does a Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon do?

The Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.

What are the typical symptoms of an joint replacement candidate?

The symptoms include where a person is unable to perform daily routine activities because of pain, experiencing stiffness even when lying down or at rest and there is pain despite having medications.

Which tests/ investigations are generally required by the Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon?

The investigations include Arthrography, Blood Tests, Bone Scan, Computed Tomography (CT Scan), Discography, Doppler Ultrasound, Dual-Photon Absorptiometry, and Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry.

Is there a difference between an orthopedic doctor and an orthopedic surgeon?

Not really, in reality the Orthopedists treat a range of conditions such as fractures and dislocations, osteoporosis, back injuries and more. Because surgery is so integral to the role, the terms "orthopedist" and "orthopedic surgeon" are often used interchangeably.

How long will the new joint last or will I have to do a second replacement?

For 80–90% of people who have total knee replacement, the new joint usually last for about 20 years or more.

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About Dr. Billy Paul Wilson

Dr. Billy Paul Wilson is a well-known Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Specialist in Chennai having more than 26 years of experience.
He specialises in treating limited mobility in the knee, hips, elbow, shoulder, and other joints and is a top orthopaedic doctor for meniscus injuries in Chennai.
Dr. Wilson is a leading ACL surgeon in Chennai renowned for his expertise in sports medicine.
He did his MBBS in 1998 from Trivandrum Medical College, Kerala, and his MS in 2002 from Manipal Academy of Higher Education, Karnataka.
Later, Dr. Wilson completed MRCS in 2006 and FRCS in Trauma and Orthopaedic in 2013 from the Royal College of Surgeons in United Kingdom.
He is an active member of the European Society of Sports Traumatology, the International Society of Arthroscopy, and the Asia Pacific Orthopaedic Association, among many other prestigious organisations.