Where does Dr. Rakesh Mahajan practice?

Dr. Rakesh Mahajan practices at BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi

What is the specialty of Dr. Rakesh Mahajan ?

Dr. Rakesh Mahajan specialty is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

What is the experience of Dr. Rakesh Mahajan ?

Dr. Rakesh Mahajan is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with 21 years of experience.

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.

Dr. Rakesh Mahajan , Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in New Delhi, India - Appointment

About Dr. Rakesh Mahajan

Dr. Rakesh Mahajan is a renowned Orthopedician with experience of more than 21 years.
He has expertise in the Primary Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, Revision Hip and Knee Arthroplasty, Joint Pain Treatment, Joint and Muscle Problems, Knee Pain Treatment, and Skeletal Muscle Thera.
He is an active member of the Indian Orthopaedics Association.
Dr. Rakesh has also command over the treatment of Diabetic Foot Check-Up, Foot Injury Treatment, High-Risk Wound Care, Lower Extremity Wound Care, and Ankle-Brachial Index.
Dr. Mahajan has publications in several international as well as national medical journals.

Hospital

BLK Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi

Location

New Delhi, India

Special Interest

Bone deformities Bone infections Bone tumors Fractures Need for amputation Nonunions: failure of fractures to heal Malunions: fractures healing in a wrong position Spinal deformities Arthritis Bursitis Dislocation Joint pain Joint swelling or inflammation Ligament tears Bunions Fasciitis Foot and ankle deformities Fractures Hammer toe Heel pain Heel spurs Joint pain and arthritis Sprains Tarsal tunnel syndrome Sesamoiditis Tendon or ligament injury Cartilage and meniscus injuries Dislocation of the kneecap (patella)

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