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. Nibu M Kurien

Dr. Nibu M Kurien is a renowned Orthopedic Surgeon in Oman.
He has over 17 years of experience and clinical expertise in treating Trauma, Knee Arthroplasty, Cartilage Repair, and Sports Injuries.
He completed his MBBS from Father Muller's Medical College in 2007.
After that, he received his DNB (Orthopedics) from the Ganga Hospital in Coimbatore.
He also received a Joint Replacement and Arthroscopy Fellowship from Lourdes Hospital, Kochi.
Dr. Nibu obtained his MCh (Orthopedics and Regenerative Medicine) with distinction.
He has won the prestigious Dr. A. A. Mehta gold medal (2018), the Dr. P.K. Surendran gold medal (2017), and the IBOS gold medal (2019).
Dr. Kurien has also obtained Training from the UK on Stem Cell-Based Cartilage Repair and Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) Therapy.
He is a life member of the British Indian Orthopedic Society.