General Orthopaedics in Lucknow
Dr. Gaurav Sharma provides comprehensive general orthopaedic care in Lucknow, offering personalized evaluation and treatment for bone, joint, muscle, ligament, tendon, and sports-related conditions to restore mobility and improve quality of life.
General Orthopaedics in Lucknow ​
Dr. Gaurav Sharma provides comprehensive general orthopaedic care in Lucknow, offering personalized evaluation and treatment for bone, joint, muscle, ligament, tendon, and sports-related conditions to restore mobility and improve quality of life.
Symptoms That May Indicate an Orthopaedic Problem
Patients often describe orthopaedic problems in everyday language. Common symptoms include:
Persistent joint or bone pain
Swelling around a joint
Difficulty walking or climbing stairs
Stiffness after resting or waking up
Pain while lifting, bending, or moving
Limited movement of the neck, shoulder, back, hip, or knee
Weakness in the arms or legs
Instability or giving way of a joint
Pain after sports or physical activity
Deformity following an injury or fracture
Persistent joint or bone pain
Swelling around a joint
Difficulty walking or climbing stairs
Stiffness after resting or waking up
Pain while lifting, bending, or moving
Limited movement of the neck, shoulder, back, hip, or knee
Weakness in the arms or legs
Instability or giving way of a joint
Pain after sports or physical activity
Deformity following an injury or fracture
These symptoms alone do not confirm a specific orthopaedic condition. Clinical examination and appropriate investigations are essential before treatment decisions are made.
When to See a Doctor Urgently?
Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:
- Severe pain after a fall, accident, or sports injury
- Suspected fracture or joint dislocation
- Sudden inability to walk or bear weight
- Severe swelling or deformity after trauma
- Fever with a hot, swollen, painful joint
- Sudden weakness or numbness in the arms or legs
- Loss of bladder or bowel control associated with back pain
- Open fractures or deep wounds involving bones or joints
- Rapidly worsening pain that limits movement
How Are Orthopaedic Conditions Diagnosed?
Accurate diagnosis helps determine the underlying cause and guides the appropriate treatment plan:
Clinical Examination
- Detailed medical history
- Assessment of pain location and severity
- Joint movement assessment
- Muscle strength testing
- Ligament stability assessment
- Gait (walking) analysis
- Functional assessment of daily activities
Imaging & Investigations
- Digital X-rays
- MRI Scan
- CT Scan (selected cases)
- Ultrasound for selected tendon and muscle conditions
- DEXA Scan for bone density assessment
- Blood Tests for infection, inflammatory arthritis, or metabolic bone disorders
Treatment Ladder for Orthopaedic Conditions
Most orthopaedic conditions do not require immediate surgery. Treatment is usually planned in stages according to the diagnosis, severity, and response to conservative treatment:
1) Non-Surgical Management
- Activity modification
- Pain-relieving medications
- Anti-inflammatory medicines
- Lifestyle modifications
- Home exercise programme
2) Physiotherapy, Bracing & Injections
- Structured physiotherapy
- Joint and muscle strengthening
- Braces and orthopaedic supports
- Corticosteroid injections (selected patients)
- PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) injections for selected conditions
3) Minimally Invasive Procedures
- Arthroscopic surgery
- Image-guided orthopaedic procedures
- Joint preservation techniques
- Minimally invasive fracture procedures
4) Orthopaedic Surgery
- Fractures require surgical fixation
- Severe arthritis affects daily life
- Ligament or tendon injuries require repair
- Joint replacement is clinically indicated
- Conservative treatment has not provided adequate relief
- Clinical examination and imaging confirm a surgically treatable condition
Recovery Expectations
Recovery depends on the diagnosed condition, severity of injury, treatment provided, rehabilitation programme, and individual health factors:
Conservative Treatment
Many patients experience gradual improvement with medications, physiotherapy, and lifestyle modifications over several weeks.
Minimally Invasive Procedures
Recovery varies according to the procedure performed and the underlying orthopaedic condition.
Surgical Treatment
Recovery after orthopaedic surgery varies depending on the type of surgery. Physiotherapy, rehabilitation, and regular follow-up play an important role in restoring movement and function.
Risks and Limitations of Orthopaedic Treatment
Treatment Risks
- Medication side effects
- Injection-related complications
- Infection following invasive procedures
- Temporary stiffness after treatment
- Delayed healing in some injuries
- Surgical complications when surgery is required
Limitations
- Recovery time varies between individuals
- Some chronic orthopaedic conditions require long-term management
- Rehabilitation is important for optimal recovery
- Certain degenerative conditions may progress over time
- Not every condition requires surgery
RELATED TREATMENTS
Related Orthopedic Treatments
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Arthritis Treatment
Knee Pain Treatment
Back Pain Treatment
Neck Pain Treatment
Fracture Treatment
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Sports Injury Treatment
Simple & Complex Trauma
Frequently Asked Questions
What is General Orthopaedics?
General orthopaedics is the branch of medicine that diagnoses and treats conditions affecting bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons, and related structures.
What conditions does an orthopaedic specialist treat?
Orthopaedic specialists manage arthritis, fractures, sports injuries, joint pain, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, tendon injuries, ligament injuries, osteoporosis, and other musculoskeletal conditions.
When should I consult an orthopaedic doctor?
You should seek medical evaluation if pain, swelling, stiffness, injury, or reduced movement affects your daily activities or persists despite rest.
Do all orthopaedic conditions require surgery?
No. Many conditions improve with medications, physiotherapy, activity modification, rehabilitation, or injections. Surgery is recommended only when clinically appropriate.
Which tests are commonly used to diagnose orthopaedic conditions?
Diagnosis may include clinical examination, X-rays, MRI scans, CT scans, ultrasound, DEXA scans, and blood tests depending on the suspected condition.
Is physiotherapy part of orthopaedic treatment?
Yes. Physiotherapy is commonly recommended to improve strength, flexibility, joint movement, balance, and functional recovery.
Can sports injuries be treated by an orthopaedic specialist?
Yes. Orthopaedic specialists diagnose and manage ligament injuries, tendon injuries, fractures, dislocations, muscle injuries, and other sports-related conditions.
What should I do after a fracture or joint injury?
Avoid putting weight on the injured area, immobilize it if possible, and seek prompt medical evaluation.
How long does recovery take?
Recovery depends on the condition, severity, treatment provided, and participation in rehabilitation. Timelines vary between individuals.
When should I seek emergency orthopaedic care?
Seek immediate medical attention for suspected fractures, severe trauma, joint dislocations, sudden inability to walk, open injuries, severe swelling, or fever with a painful swollen joint.
Dr. Gaurav Sharma
Chief Orthopedic Specialist
Dr. Gaurav Sharma
Chief Orthopedic Specialist
Why Choose Orygyn Clinic?
- Led by Dr. Gaurav Sharma, MMBS, MS Orthopaedics, Fellowship in Arthroplasty, Fellowship in Arthroscopy
- Trained at Medanta, Gurgaon and Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai.
- Specialist in Joint replacement Surgery
- Modern operation theatre with laminar flow (infection control standard for joint surgery)
- Full orthopaedic and gynaecology facility under one roof
- Structured pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative protocols
- Dedicated physiotherapy support for rehabilitation