Orthopaedic Doctor in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

When should you see an orthopaedic doctor?

• Joint pain, stiffness or swelling that lasts more than a few weeks
• Knee or hip pain that limits walking or climbing stairs
• A suspected broken bone or injury after a fall or accident
• A sports injury, such as a twisted knee or ankle that stays painful or unstable
• Shoulder pain or stiffness that makes it hard to lift your arm
• Back or neck pain that is not improving
• Pain in tendons, such as the heel, elbow or shoulder, that keeps coming back

Conditions we treat

• Fractures and dislocations, from simple plaster to surgery. See fracture treatment.
• Knee and hip arthritis, including knee replacement and hip replacement
• Sports and ligament injuries, including meniscus and ligament tears, often treated with arthroscopy
• Shoulder problems, such as frozen shoulder and rotator cuff pain
• Tendon problems (tendinopathy), such as tennis elbow and heel pain
• Back and neck pain, with referral to spine specialists when needed
• Osteoporosis (weak bones) and fracture prevention

Non-surgical care

Most bone and joint problems do not need surgery. Treatment often starts with medicines, physiotherapy, exercises, weight management, braces or supports, and joint injections where suitable. Surgery is advised only when these do not help or when an injury needs it.

Physiotherapy and rehabilitation

Recovery after an injury or joint surgery depends on good rehabilitation. Rehabilitation is supported by the hospital’s physiotherapy team. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: physiotherapy available for inpatients and outpatients]

Our orthopaedic team

Orthopaedic services at Apex are supported by Apex Hospital’s orthopaedic team, including:

• Nilesh Sonawane, MBBS, D.Ortho [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: Doctors page says ‘D. Orthopedic’; confirm exact degree]
• Varun Shrimal, MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), D.Ortho [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: confirm exact degrees]

Rehabilitation is supported by the hospital’s physiotherapy team. [HOSPITAL TO VERIFY: physiotherapy available for inpatients and outpatients] Meet the team on our doctors page.

Orthopaedic doctor in Kopar Khairane, Navi Mumbai

Patients can have an X-ray, see an orthopaedic surgeon and, if needed, have surgery and physiotherapy in one hospital. Apex Multispeciality Hospital is in Sector 19, Kopar Khairane, near MSEB, and serves patients from Kopar Khairane, Ghansoli, Vashi and nearby parts of Navi Mumbai. Get directions.

Why patients choose Apex for bone and joint care

• Orthopaedic surgeons for trauma, joint replacement and arthroscopy
• 24/7 emergency care for fractures and accidents
• X-ray in the hospital and ICU support after major surgery
• A NABH-accredited hospital with cashless insurance through partner TPAs

Frequently asked questions

What does an orthopaedic doctor treat?

Orthopaedic doctors treat problems of the bones, joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles, including fractures, arthritis and sports injuries.

Do all joint problems need surgery?

No. Most are treated first with medicines, physiotherapy, exercise and lifestyle changes. Surgery is for cases that do not improve or severe injuries.

Can I go straight to the emergency department with a fracture?

Yes. Suspected fractures and injuries after accidents are treated 24/7 in the emergency department.

Does Apex Hospital do knee and hip replacement?

Yes. Knee and hip replacement surgery are performed at Apex Multispeciality Hospital, Kopar Khairane.

Is physiotherapy available at Apex?

Physiotherapy support is available for rehabilitation after injury or surgery. Ask the team when you book.

Sources

• NHS: Osteoarthritis