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Orthopedic Surgery

Sports Injuries & Arthroscopic Surgeries

Minimally invasive keyhole arthroscopy for ACL/PCL ligament tears, meniscus repairs, shoulder rotator cuff tears, recurrent dislocations, and cartilage restoration.

Clinical Focus: Sports and athletic injuries involving ligaments, tendons, and cartilage require precise keyhole restoration to return patients safely to high-level physical activity. Dr. Rajender Reddy provides advanced arthroscopic (keyhole joint) surgery for knee and shoulder injuries in Bachupally, Hyderabad.

Sports Injuries & Joint Conditions Managed

  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Tears: Arthroscopic anatomical ACL reconstruction using autologous hamstring / bone-patellar tendon autografts.
  • Posterior Cruciate (PCL) & Multi-Ligament Injuries: Complex keyhole ligament reconstructions for combined knee instability.
  • Meniscus Tears: Arthroscopic Meniscus Repair (all-inside / inside-out suturing) preserving natural shock-absorbing knee cartilage; partial meniscectomy when irreparable.
  • Shoulder Rotator Cuff Tears: Arthroscopic suture-anchor repair of supraspinatus and subscapularis tendon tears.
  • Recurrent Shoulder Dislocation (Bankart Lesion): Arthroscopic Bankart repair and labral stabilization.
  • Tennis Elbow, Golfer's Elbow & Plantar Fasciitis: Conservative therapy, PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma) therapy, and release procedures.

Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment

Clinical Joint Stability Tests

Lachman test, Pivot-shift, McMurray test for knee; Apprehension, Jobe's test, and impingement tests for shoulder.

High-Field Joint MRI

1.5T / 3T dedicated joint MRI to map ligament tear grade, meniscal root integrity, bone contusions, and cartilage lesions.

Functional Biomechanics

Assessing lower limb alignment, muscle imbalances, and joint range-of-motion limitations.

Arthroscopic Advantages & Return-to-Sport Protocol

  1. Pinhole Incisions: Surgery performed through 4 mm keyhole portals using high-definition 4K arthroscopes with zero muscle cutting.
  2. Bio-Absorbable & Titanium Fixation: Utilizing state-of-the-art interference screws and endobuttons for ultra-strong graft fixation.
  3. Accelerated Functional Rehab: Immediate post-op range-of-motion exercises, isometric quadriceps strengthening, and proprioception retraining.
  4. Structured Return-to-Play Criteria: Graduated sports testing at 6 to 9 months ensuring complete muscle symmetry and joint stability.

Why Choose Karthikeya Speciality Clinics

  • Specialized Arthroscopic Expertise: Dr. Rajender Reddy specializes in keyhole joint reconstructions and ligament preservation.
  • Joint Cartilage Preservation Focus: Prioritizing meniscus repair over removal to protect against early osteoarthritis.
  • Advanced 4K Arthroscopy Suites: Performing surgeries at SLG Hospital and specialized surgical day centers.
  • Structured Sports Rehab: Step-by-step return-to-sport protocols designed for active athletes and everyday individuals.

Frequently Asked Questions

Because the ACL is located inside the synovial fluid of the knee joint, complete tears do not have the blood supply required to heal on their own. In active individuals or those experiencing knee instability, arthroscopic reconstruction is necessary to restore stability and prevent future meniscus tears.
Patients walk with crutches and a brace for 2 to 3 weeks, resume desk work in 1 to 2 weeks, begin jogging and gym training at 3 to 4 months, and return to competitive pivoting sports around 6 to 9 months following guided rehabilitation.
Meniscus repair stitches the torn cartilage together to preserve the natural shock absorber of the knee. Meniscectomy trims away the damaged portion when the tear is in a zone with poor blood supply. Our surgeons prioritize repair whenever biologically feasible.