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. Prabhat Lakkireddi

Dr. Prabhat Lakkireddi is one of the top Joint Replacement Surgeons with 25+ years of experience.
He holds extensive experience in Joint Replacement Surgery, Hip Resurfacing, Knee Replacement, Cartilage Surgery, and many more.
He pursued MS in Orthopedics from Kasturba Medical College in 2002. Later, he achieved a fellowship in Trauma & Orthopedic Surgery from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSE), U.K, in 2012.
He is actively associated with various organizations.
He is a recipient of several awards and recognitions.

Medical Problems

For which Dr. Prabhat Lakkireddi can be consulted

Arthritis
Cartilage damage
Hip Pain
Ligament Injuries
Sports Injuries
Knee Pain
Shoulder Pain

Medical Procedures

Performed by Dr. Prabhat Lakkireddi

Arthroscopy
Knee replacement
Stem cell therapy for orthopedic conditions
Joint mobilization
Arthroscopic shoulder repair
Ankle ligament reconstruction

MBBS, 1996, Gandhi Medical College, Hyderabad

MS, 2002, Orthopaedics - Kasturba Medical College

MRCS, 2006, The Royal College of Surgeons (RCS), UK

FRCS, 2012, Trauma & Orthopedic Surgery - Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh (RCSE), U.K

.Second Prize In All India Orthopaedic Quiz Conducted By Indian Orthopaedic Association - 2001. Highest Score in MRCS Surgery Exam Conducted By Royal College Of Surgeons Of Edinburgh - 2006. First To Perform Stem Cell Surgery For Cartilage Problem In Knee - 2013. First To Perform Minimally Invasive Knee Resurfacing Surgery In India - 2012. First To Start 4th Generation Navigation Knee Replacement Using Orthopilot Computer Navigated Knee Replacement - 2015. First to Start Stem Cell Surgery For AVN HIP - 2014.