Dr. Ankur Kumar is the super-specialist joint replacement surgeon in PCMC, Pune. Dr. Ankur Kumar is a specialist in Robotic Joint Replacement Surgery, Minimally Invasive Joint Surgery, and Reconstructive Orthopedics.
Dr. Ankur Kumar is the pioneer in doing computer-navigated joint surgery which is better than conventional joint replacement. He has more than 10 years of experience as a joint replacement surgeon and has performed 2000+ Joint Replacement surgeries successfully. He is one of the most experienced Joint Replacement Surgeon in PCMC, Pune.
Dr. Ankur Kumar always uses cutting-edge treatment procedures like a minimally invasive technique(arthroplasty) for hip, knee, shoulder, wrist, spine & joint pain treatments. It needs small incisions as compared to conventional surgery. Because the incisions are small, the patient usually feels less discomfort, has minor scarring, and may recover more quickly than with conventional surgery.
What is Joint Replacement Surgery?
Joint replacement is a surgical process in which parts of an arthritic or damaged joint are removed and replaced with a metal, plastic, or ceramic device called a prosthesis. The prosthesis is designed to imitate the activity of a normal, healthy joint.
Joint replacement surgery or joint arthroplasty is performed most frequently to replace hip joints and knee joints and involves the complete removal of the damaged joint and tissues, but joint replacement surgery can be performed on other joints, including the ankle, wrist, shoulder, and elbow.
The goal of the procedure is to ease pain and restore a sense of normal function and mobility in the damaged joint. Joint replacement surgeries are recommended for patients experiencing extreme pain and disability as a result of advanced arthritis.
When do you require joint replacement Surgery?
- Joint pain that does not relieve with nonsurgical treatments
- Joint stiffness and limited mobility
- Swelling (inflammation)
- Arthritis
- Joint abnormalities
- Avascular necrosis
Joint Replacement Surgery treated By Dr. Ankur Kumar
Dr. Ankur Kumar is determined to help you find the key to your problem. If you are sorrowing from joint pain, it could be time to think of one of the multiple kinds of joint replacement surgeries listed below:
- Hip Replacement: Hip replacement surgery is one of the most common types of joint replacement surgery. Hip replacement can be whole or hemi (half). A total hip replacement manages both the acetabulum and the femoral head. The half replacement only performs on the femoral head.
- Knee Replacement: The knee is the biggest and most complex joint of the body. It is susceptible to numerous injuries and ailments. Knee surgery options rely on the portion that needs to be treated – from a torn ACL to partial or total knee replacement, to microfracture surgery.
- Shoulder Replacement: The treatment options are usually either the replacement of the head of the humerus ball or the replacement of both the ball and the glenoid. Either of these is a possible choice, relying on the portion of your shoulder that is injured
- Elbow Replacement: The elbow bones are replaced with a manufactured joint made from implants that connect to the bones in the arm. A metal and plastic hinge joints the implants together.
- Wrist Arthroplasty: In wrist arthroplasty, the damaged regions of the wrist bones are removed and replaced with artificial elements.
- Ankle Arthroplasty: Total Ankle Arthroplasty is a surgical process used by orthopedic foot and ankle specialists to treat ankles affected by severe arthritis.
- Finger Replacement: A finger joint replacement involves the removal of the broken joint and replacement with a manufactured implant. This replicates normal joint function. The specific goals are to ease pain and restore joint strength and mobility.
- Total Joint Replacement Surgery: Total Joint Replacement Surgery is a method in which the damaged joint is replaced with synthetic implants. This surgery is helpful to get ease joint pains and enhance mobility. When patients have advanced arthritis or some severe injury, this surgery is recommended by surgeons. The most common kinds of total joint replacement surgery contain shoulder, knee, and hip replacement.
- Partial Joint Replacement: Partial joint replacement is a minimally intrusive process during which just the infected joint covers are removed. It is replaced with artificial textures while exiting the healthy parts of the joint intact.
Surgical Options of Joint Replacement Surgery:
- Arthroscopy
- Replacement arthroplasty
- Joint Resurfacing
- Osteotomy
- Synovectomy
- Arthrodesis or Fusion
- Total Joint Replacement
- Minimally Invasive Surgery
- Joint Revision
Benefits of the Joint Replacement Surgery:
Benefits of joint replacement surgery include:
- Reduces risk of chronic health conditions
- Restores movement and activity
- Less post-operative pain
- Safer than ever before
- Minimally invasive procedure creating less scarring
- Less soft tissue harm than traditional joint replacements
- More personalized surgery plan for better results
What is the cost of Joint Replacement Surgery in Pune?
The cost of joint replacement surgery may vary based on various factors. Also, The cost varies based on treatment methods, equipment used, and experience of the orthopedic surgeon. There is no fixed cost of joint pain management. To know more about the cost and treatment options you can consult with Dr. Ankur Kumar.
Why Choose Dr. Ankur Kumar For Joint Replacement Surgery in PCMC, Pune?
Dr. Ankur Kumar is a highly qualified orthopedic specialist and one of the best Joint replacement surgeon in PCMC, Pune. He has been treating joint pain for over 10 years and specializes in joint replacement surgeries. Dr. Ankur Kumar takes pride in his expertise and has helped many patients to this date. So if you are looking for Joint Replacement Surgery in PCMC, Pune then you can rely on Dr. Ankur Kumar. For an Appointment call 9731132793.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's):
Some common complications of joint replacement surgery include infection, blood clots, nerve injury, and prosthesis problems like loosening or dislocation.
The non-surgical treatments like medication, physical therapy, and changes to your everyday routine do not help and if you continue to experience functional decline and disabling pain, your doctor may recommend joint replacement.
Hip and knee replacements are the most commonly performed joint replacements, but replacement surgery can be performed on different joints, including the ankle, wrist, shoulder, and elbow.
Dr. Ankur Kumar is well-known and one of the best surgeon for knee and hip replacement surgery. We are using the best implants to make with best possible results.
Dr. Ankur Kumar is doing very small incision surgery. The patient is out of bed the same day and walking. Surgery is completely pain-free and so is the post-op period.