Dr. Amit Aggarwal is a senior consultant in orthopaedics. He has 11 years of experience in orthopaedics.
Guidance on joint replacement and arthroscopic procedures, signs to watch for, treatment options and FAQs — now includes Ankle Arthroscopy details.
Complete replacement of knee joint surfaces with proven implants to relieve pain, correct deformity and restore mobility.
Replacement of femoral and acetabular components for end-stage hip arthritis and severe joint damage.
Minimally invasive keyhole surgery using an arthroscope to diagnose and treat ankle problems such as osteochondral lesions, loose bodies, impingement, synovitis and selected ligament procedures.
Includes anatomic and reverse shoulder arthroplasty to treat arthritis, cuff-tear arthropathy and complex shoulder conditions.
Complex surgeries to manage failed, loose or infected implants — requires experienced revision teams and specialized implants.
CT/MRI-based planning and custom instruments/implants for improved fit and function in complex anatomy or revision cases.
If symptoms persist despite physiotherapy, injections or rest — or if mechanical symptoms (locking/catching), recurrent effusions or instability occur — consult an orthopaedic/foot & ankle specialist for assessment and imaging (X-ray / MRI / CT).
Surgery is considered when conservative care fails or when mechanical problems persist. Options include arthroplasty for end-stage disease, arthroscopic procedures for soft-tissue/cartilage issues, ligament reconstructions, and revision surgeries where needed.
Indications: osteochondral lesions of the talus, loose bodies, anterior/posterior impingement, synovitis, select ligament debridement/reconstruction and diagnostic evaluation for unexplained ankle pain.
Procedure: performed under regional or general anesthesia through small portals. The surgeon inserts an arthroscope (camera) and instruments to debride lesions, remove loose fragments, perform microfracture for cartilage defects or address impingement. In some cases arthroscopy is combined with ligament repair/reconstruction.
Recovery: many patients are discharged same day or next day. Weight-bearing recommendations vary (immediate to protected WB) depending on the procedure (debridement vs microfracture vs ligament repair). Early physiotherapy focuses on range-of-motion and gradual strengthening.
