Frequently Asked Questions

To help us assess your condition accurately and develop a personalised treatment plan, we recommend the following:

Bring your previous investigations and medical records

Please carry any relevant X-rays, MRI scans, CT scans, blood reports, and previous medical records. Wherever possible, bring the actual scan images or digital copies in addition to the reports.

Reviewing your previous investigations helps us better understand your condition and avoid unnecessary repeat investigations.

Bring referral letters and details of ongoing treatment

If you have been referred by another doctor or are receiving treatment for an existing medical condition, please bring relevant referral letters, prescriptions, and details of your current medications.

We recognise that no two patients are the same. Understanding your medical history and ongoing treatment allows us to recommend care tailored to your individual needs.

Wear comfortable clothing

Please wear loose-fitting clothing that allows easy examination of the affected joint.

• Knee and hip consultations: Shorts or loose fitting trousers are recommended.

• Shoulder consultations: A loose-fitting T shirt or clothing that allows easy access to the shoulder is preferable.

• Other orthopaedic conditions: Wear clothing that allows comfortable examination of the affected area.

A thorough clinical examination is an important part of making an accurate diagnosis and planning appropriate treatment.

We welcome both scheduled appointments and walk-in patients at our clinic. However, we recommend booking your consultation in advance to minimise waiting times and ensure a comfortable experience.

Booking an Appointment

To schedule your orthopaedic consultation, please contact our reception team at:

Phone: +91 91529 98888

Our team will assist you with appointment availability and consultation timings.

We recommend calling before leaving home to confirm that consultations are running on schedule. In case of unexpected delays, our team can provide an updated estimated consultation time.

Walk-in Consultations

Walk-in patients are welcome during regular consultation hours, subject to the doctor's availability. Patients with confirmed appointments will generally be given priority, while walk-in consultations will be accommodated according to the existing schedule.

We encourage walk-in patients to call ahead to check availability and expected waiting times.

Understanding Appointment Delays

We value your time and make every effort to minimise waiting periods. However, occasional delays may occur due to emergency surgeries, unforeseen clinical circumstances, or consultations requiring additional attention.

Patient safety remains our highest priority, and ongoing surgical procedures or medical emergencies may sometimes affect scheduled appointments.

We also believe every patient deserves adequate time to discuss their concerns, understand their diagnosis, and make informed decisions about their treatment.

Our commitment is to provide timely, thorough, and personalised orthopaedic care without compromising the quality of your consultation.

Paramount General Hospital & ICCU, Saki Naka, Mumbai

Consultation timings: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

We recommend scheduling an appointment in advance to minimise waiting times. Walk-in consultations are also welcome, subject to availability.

We will soon be expanding our consultation services to additional locations across Mumbai. Updates regarding new clinic locations and consultation timings will be shared on our website and social media platforms.

You should consider consulting an orthopaedic surgeon if you experience persistent pain, swelling, stiffness, instability, or restricted movement involving your knee, hip, shoulder, or other bones and joints.

Whether your symptoms are related to an injury, sports activity, arthritis, or a degenerative condition, early evaluation can help identify the underlying cause and prevent further complications.

You should seek an orthopaedic consultation if you experience:

• Knee problems: Persistent knee pain, swelling, locking, instability, difficulty climbing stairs, sports-related ligament or meniscus injuries, or symptoms of arthritis.

• Hip problems: Hip or groin pain, stiffness, difficulty walking, limping, restricted movement, or pain affecting everyday activities.

• Shoulder problems: Shoulder pain, recurrent dislocations, weakness, difficulty lifting your arm, restricted movement, or suspected rotator cuff and sports-related injuries.

• Other orthopaedic conditions: Fractures, sports injuries, ligament and tendon injuries, persistent bone or joint pain, deformities, or difficulty performing routine activities.

Not every orthopaedic condition requires surgery. My approach focuses on accurate diagnosis, evidence-based treatment, and personalised care, ranging from physiotherapy and non-surgical management to advanced arthroscopic, joint preservation, and joint replacement procedures when indicated.

Early consultation can help you return to an active, comfortable, and independent lifestyle.

Seek urgent medical attention for severe injuries, visible deformity, inability to bear weight, new numbness or weakness after an injury, or a hot, swollen joint accompanied by fever.

Knee pain can result from several conditions, including osteoarthritis, ligament injuries, meniscus tears, cartilage damage, tendon problems, and overuse injuries.

The underlying cause depends on factors such as your age, activity level, previous injuries, and symptoms.

A detailed clinical examination, supported by appropriate imaging when necessary, helps establish the diagnosis and guide treatment. Not all knee problems require surgery.

Hip pain may arise from arthritis, muscle or tendon problems, hip impingement, labral injuries, avascular necrosis, or conditions involving the lower back.

Persistent groin or hip pain, stiffness, limping, difficulty walking, or pain interfering with sleep and daily activities should be evaluated.

Early diagnosis can help identify conditions that may benefit from treatment before significant joint damage develops.

Shoulder pain may result from rotator cuff injuries, frozen shoulder, instability, arthritis, tendon inflammation, or sports-related injuries.

You should seek evaluation if you experience persistent pain, weakness, recurrent dislocations, difficulty lifting your arm, or restricted shoulder movement.

Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may involve physiotherapy, medication, injections, or surgery when appropriate.

Yes. Many orthopaedic conditions can be managed successfully without surgery, particularly when diagnosed and treated appropriately.

Depending on your condition, treatment may include physiotherapy, targeted exercises, activity modification, medication, weight management, or injections.

Surgery is not always the first or only option. Our approach focuses on identifying the underlying problem and recommending treatment suited to your symptoms, lifestyle, and functional goals.

Joint replacement may be considered when advanced arthritis or joint damage causes persistent pain, stiffness, reduced mobility, and difficulty performing everyday activities despite appropriate non-surgical treatment.

The decision is based on your symptoms, clinical examination, imaging findings, and the impact of the condition on your quality of life.

The need for joint replacement is determined by your overall clinical condition, not by X-ray findings alone.

Not every ACL or meniscus injury requires surgery.

Some ACL injuries can be managed with structured rehabilitation, depending on the extent of injury, knee stability, and activity requirements. Similarly, certain meniscus tears may heal or become asymptomatic with conservative treatment, depending on their location and tear pattern.

Surgery may be recommended for persistent instability, certain displaced or repairable tears, or ongoing functional limitations.

Treatment is individualised to your injury and activity goals.

Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical technique performed through small incisions using a camera and specialised instruments to diagnose and treat various joint conditions.

The knee and shoulder are the most commonly treated joints using arthroscopy. The hip, ankle, elbow, and wrist can also be treated arthroscopically for selected conditions.

Arthroscopy may be recommended for ligament injuries, meniscus tears, cartilage damage, shoulder instability, rotator cuff tears, and certain other joint conditions.

Your orthopaedic surgeon will assess your symptoms, examine the affected joint, and review relevant investigations before recommending arthroscopy when clinically appropriate. The decision is tailored to your condition, functional needs, and treatment goals.

Recovery and return to activity depend on the type of injury, surgical procedure, individual healing, and rehabilitation progress.

Following major sports injuries requiring surgery, return to sports training may take approximately 6 months, while a return to competitive sports may take 9–12 months or longer, depending on the nature of the injury and recovery.

For certain procedures, patients may be able to resume desk-based work within 3 days. However, physical job demands, postoperative restrictions, and the extent of surgery may require a longer recovery period.

Your surgeon will guide you through a structured, personalised postoperative rehabilitation programme, with a gradual return to work, exercise, training, and competitive sports based on your progress, strength, joint stability, and functional recovery.

Our goal is to help you return to your activities safely while minimising the risk of reinjury.

Both conventional and robotic-assisted joint replacement aim to relieve pain, restore joint function, and improve mobility by replacing damaged joint surfaces.

Robotic-assisted joint replacement uses advanced computer-assisted planning and robotic guidance to help the surgeon assess joint anatomy, optimise alignment, and position implants with greater precision. The surgeon remains in complete control throughout the procedure.

Conventional joint replacement uses well established surgical techniques and instruments and has a proven track record of excellent clinical outcomes.

While robotic technology offers advantages in surgical planning, precision, and implant positioning, superior long-term clinical outcomes compared with conventional surgery have not yet been conclusively established for all patients.

Both approaches are effective, and the choice of technique depends on your individual anatomy, clinical condition, and surgical requirements. Your surgeon will discuss the advantages, limitations, and suitability of each approach with you to help determine the most appropriate treatment for your needs.

Recovery varies depending on the procedure, your general health, and individual rehabilitation progress.

Most patients begin walking with assistance the day after surgery, with a gradual return to routine activities of daily living within approximately 6 weeks.

While mobility improves relatively quickly, complete recovery takes longer. Residual swelling may take 6–12 months to fully settle in some patients, while muscle strength, flexibility, and overall joint function continue to improve with regular exercise and physiotherapy.

Following knee replacement, some patients may initially feel that their operated knee does not feel entirely natural. This sensation often improves gradually as swelling reduces, strength returns, and patients become more accustomed to using their new knee.

Your surgeon will guide you through a personalised rehabilitation programme, helping you progressively regain mobility, strength, confidence, and independence.

In selected patients, joint preservation procedures may help relieve symptoms, improve joint mechanics, and potentially delay the need for joint replacement.

Depending on the condition, options may include osteotomy, cartilage restoration procedures, ligament reconstruction, and certain arthroscopic interventions.

These treatments are particularly relevant when joint damage is limited or correctable mechanical problems are present.

The goal is to preserve your natural joint whenever clinically appropriate, while recognising that joint replacement may be the better option in advanced disease.

Before surgery, you will undergo a detailed clinical evaluation, review of relevant investigations, and discussion of the proposed procedure, expected benefits, potential risks, and available alternatives.

After surgery, treatment focuses on pain management, wound care, safe mobilisation, and a structured rehabilitation programme.

Follow-up appointments help monitor healing and recovery, while physiotherapy supports the gradual return of strength, mobility, and function.

Our priority is to ensure that you understand your treatment options and are actively involved in decisions about your care.