Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dehradun Addresses Media on ‘Arthritis Awareness month” to Create Awareness on Arthritis
Haridwar : Every year approximately 14% of Indians seek medical attention for this condition. Despite how widespread this ailment is, here are a number of myths and facts that make it difficult for people to get relief from their symptoms. In order to create awareness on ‘Arthritis’ Orthopaedic expert Dr Gaurav Gupta, Director, from Max Hospital, Dehradun today shared various facts and myths regarding arthritis and knee/hip replacements in a press conference today.
Dr. Gaurav Gupta, Director -Orthopaedics at Max Super Speciality Hospital, Dehradun, said, “There are over 100 different types of arthritis, with osteoarthritis (OA) and rheumatoid arthritis (RA) being the most common.
Further adding, “There is a common misconception amongst people that arthritis only affects elderly. This disorder is increasingly being seen in the younger population also. Earlier we used to see patients in the age group of 60- 65 years coming ahead with the problem of arthritis. However, over the past few years we have seen this problem in the younger group also.”
Max Hospital is proud to announce the integration of advanced AI technology in our orthopaedic operations, marking a significant leap forward in patient care , recovery outcomes & reduced blood loss, and minimal scarring compared to traditional open surgeries. This includes robotic surgery, which uses precision tools controlled by a surgeon through a console, allowing for minimally invasive procedures with greater accuracy and reduced recovery times. Additionally, computer navigation systems provide real-time, 3D imaging to guide surgeons during operations, ensuring precise placement of implants and alignment of joints. Robotic-assisted surgeries combine these technologies, enabling highly detailed and controlled movements that surpass the capabilities of traditional manual surgery, leading to improved results and patient satisfaction. Patients can expect to resume their daily activities as soon as the next day, leading to a quicker recovery and a healthier, more active life. Our team of experts, supported by this revolutionary technology, is dedicated to delivering exceptional, life-changing treatments for arthritis sufferers.
As far as knee replacements surgeries are concerned, the scenario is changing today. The recent trends have shown that people now understand the benefits of the surgery and are accepting it as an option to improve their lifestyle.
Citing the success of TKR surgeries Dr. Gaurav Gupta, Director said, “Total knee replacement is one of the most successful surgical procedures. TKR is a surgical procedure whereby the diseased knee joint is replaced with artificial material referred to as prosthesis. Knee replacement not only relieves the patient from the chronic pain but also gives them an improved quality of life. According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, 90% of patients undergoing knee replacement experience a dramatic reduction in pain and a significant improvement in the ability to perform daily activities. In many cases, they are able to resume activities that they gave up years ago due to the arthritic pain.’’
We hope to reach out to the maximum residents of Haridwar and educate them about simple lifestyle tips that prevent Arthritis. Nowadays treatment for advanced arthritis with severe joint damage in both elderly and young adults is very successful with advancements in joint replacement surgery and minimally invasive joint preservation surgeries which are very regularly and successfully being done at Max hospital Dehradun.