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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MBBS , D.Ortho , DNB , Fellowship , MNAMS

13 years of overall experience

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About Dr. Rakesh Hareendran

Dr. Rakesh Hareendran is a well-known Orthopedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon.
He has an experience of more than 13 years.
His expertise includes performing trauma, arthroscopic, and arthroplasty surgeries.
He is proficient in arthroscopies for knees and shoulders for various sports medicine and trauma procedures and is also trained for primary and complex joint replacement surgery.
Dr. Rakesh completed his MBBS from T D Medical College, Alappuzha, Kerala, India, in 2005. After this, D Ortho graduated from Government Medical College, Calicut, in 2011.
He completed a DNB in Orthopedic Surgery from Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Trivandrum 2015.
He received a Fellowship in Joint Replacement from Apollo Hospitals, Bangalore, in 2015 and MNAMS from the National Academy of Medical Sciences.
He is an active member of the Kerala Orthopedic Association (KOA) and the Orthopedic Association of South Indian States (OASIS).