Orthopaedic Surgery (Bones & Joints)

Bones and joints among others such as muscles, cartilage, soft tissues, tendons and ligaments make up the musculoskeletal system. This is essential in enabling movement of the body and supporting and maintaining body posture. Damage to the musculoskeletal system may occur from repetitive strenuous stress to your muscles, bones, joints. Leading to limited range of motion impacting your motor functions with common symptoms such as acute or chronic pain, aching and stiffness, fatigue, muscle twitches, mild to severe aches that worsens with movement.

Orthopaedic surgery is a medical specialty that is focused on diagnosis, treatment and management of conditions and injuries that may affect the musculoskeletal system. Our orthopaedic surgeons at Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur, undergo extensive training to become experts in the surgical and non- surgical treatment of orthopaedic conditions. We work with patients of all ages, from infants to the elderly, to address various musculoskeletal conditions.

List of conditions:

Arthritis
1. A condition where your joints become inflamed, which leads to pain, stiffness, and swelling. There are different types of arthritis, such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, lupus and gout.
Bursitis
1. Swelling and irritation of the bursa, a small, fluid-filled sac that cushions spaces around the bones and other tissues such as muscles, tendons and skin.
Fractures
1. Bone fractures can be caused by trauma, such as a fall or a car accident, or by medical conditions, such as
Muscle and tendon injuries
1. These injuries cover a bunch of problems like sprains, strains, tears, dislocation, tendinitis, and carpal tunnel
Sports injuries
1. Orthopaedic surgeons also treat sports injuries such as ligament tears, and muscle
Degenerative conditions
1. This includes conditions that cause wear and tear on the joints, such as osteoarthritis and spinal
Congenital conditions/deformities
1. This includes conditions that are present at birth, such as clubfoot and
Tumours
1. Orthopaedic doctors can also treat tumours of the bones, joints, and
Bone cancer
1. g., osteosarcoma, Ewing sarcoma, chondrosarcoma, chordoma.
Spinal disorders
1. Common deformities of the spine include scoliosis, kyphosis and

At Pantai Hospital Kuala Lumpur, our orthopaedic surgeons utilize a variety of diagnostic tests and imaging techniques to evaluate musculoskeletal pains in determining its underlying condition. These tests may include physical examination, blood tests, x-rays, computed tomography (CT) scans, and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Musculoskeletal pains can be treated through over-the-counter medication, immobilization, and physical therapy.

List of procedures:

Joint surgery
1. Including reconstruction, revision & replacement (eg: ACL reconstruction, total knee or hip replacement)
Fracture repair surgery
1. Casting, open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) or external fixation
Arthroscopic surgery
1. A minimally invasive procedure to diagnose and treat joint problems
Tendon repair surgery
Ligament repair surgery
Sports medicine surgery
Paediatric orthopaedic surgery
Spine surgery
Trauma surgery
Hand surgery
Shoulder surgery
Microvascular procedures (e.g., nerve repair, nerve and muscle grafts)
Foot and ankle injuries
Limb deformity/congenital hand deformity correction
Tumour surgery for bone cancers (e.g., osteosarcoma, Ewing’s sarcoma, chondrosarcoma) and soft tissue sarcomas

Orthopaedic surgery plays a crucial role in helping patients regain function, mobility, and quality of life after musculoskeletal injuries or conditions. They often collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as physiotherapists, rehabilitation specialists, and pain management experts, to provide comprehensive care for you.

Orthopaedic Surgeons

If you are looking for the best orthopaedic care in Kuala Lumpur, book an appointment with an orthopaedic surgeon today. We will be happy to answer any questions you have.