What is the specialty of Dr. Rakesh Mattoo?

Dr. Rakesh Mattoo specialty is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

What is the experience of Dr. Rakesh Mattoo?

Dr. Rakesh Mattoo is Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon with 20 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 Mattoo, Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon in New Delhi, India - Appointment

About Dr. Rakesh Mattoo

Dr Rakesh Mattoo is an Orthopaedic surgeon with over 20 years of experience.
He has worked with some of the reputed hospitals in Delhi / NCR including Apollo, Max, Fortis, Nova and Rockland hospitals.
Efficiently handles Joint Replacements, Neck pain treatment, Limb lengthening etc and skillfully operates total knee replacement using computer-assisted pinless navigation.
Persuaded his MBBS from the University of Kashmir followed by MS in Orthopaedics from Jammu University. Guides the undergraduate students about the various bone and joint disorders.
Dr Mattoo is a member of the Delhi medical association and his expertise lies in Foot Injury Treatment, Lower Extremity Wound Care, Ankle-Brachial Index, Neck Pain Treatment, and Limb lengthening.

Hospital

Location

New Delhi, India

Special Interest

Foot Injury Treatment Lower Extremity Wound Care Neuropathy Assessment Ankle-Brachial Index Neck Pain Treatment Neck and Spine Biopsy Foot Pressure/Vascular Assessment Limb Lengthening Reconstruction and Bone.

Dr. Rakesh Mattoo

Orthopaedic and Joint Replacement Surgeon

Additional Director

MS, MBBS,

20 years of experience

About Dr. Rakesh Mattoo

Hospital

Location

Special Interest

Work Experience of Dr. Rakesh Mattoo

Dr. Rakesh Mattoo's

Education

Doctor Similar to Dr. Rakesh Mattoo in New Delhi

Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Rakesh Mattoo