Orthopaedics

Built Around Getting Back to What You Do

Arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery for ligament, meniscus, and shoulder injuries — smaller incisions, faster rehab, and a program specifically focused on returning athletes and active patients to their sport.

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Conditions We Treat

ACL / PCL Tears
Meniscus Tears
Rotator Cuff Injuries
Shoulder Dislocation
Sports Injuries
Joint Preservation
Cartilage Damage

Why Arthroscopy

Arthroscopic surgery uses a small camera and instruments through tiny incisions rather than opening the joint fully — meaning less tissue damage and a faster path back to activity for the right injuries. Health1's team combines arthroscopic surgical skill with a sports medicine approach to rehabilitation, aiming at return-to-sport, not just pain relief.

Signs You May Need an Evaluation

Knee locking or catching
Feeling of instability or "giving way"
Swelling after activity
Pain that persists beyond 2 weeks of rest
Reduced range of motion
A "pop" felt at time of injury

Not every sports injury needs surgery — many respond fully to physiotherapy and activity modification. The signs above are what typically prompt an orthopaedic evaluation rather than continued self-management.

What to Expect: From Injury to Return to Sport

  1. Initial exam: Physical assessment of stability, range of motion, and swelling — often enough to narrow down the likely diagnosis before any imaging.
  2. Imaging if needed: MRI is used selectively to confirm ligament, meniscus, or cartilage damage when the exam suggests a structural tear.
  3. Conservative trial or surgery: Partial tears or lower-demand patients often try physiotherapy first; complete tears in active individuals usually proceed to arthroscopic repair.
  4. Structured rehabilitation: Recovery is phased — swelling control, then strength, then sport-specific drills — with return-to-play cleared by strength testing, not just time elapsed.

Our Team

KP

Dr. Kalpesh C Patel

Joint Replacement & Sports Injury · Shilaj

Primary & revision joint replacement, robotic joint replacement surgery.

HR

Dr. Harsh Raval

Arthroplasty & Sports Medicine · Shilaj

Knee-shoulder ligament & meniscus surgery, complex trauma.

RV

Dr. Rohan Vakta

Sports Medicine · Shilaj

Arthroscopy, pain management, joint preservation.

Common Questions

How long until I can return to sport after ACL surgery?

Typically 6-9 months with proper rehabilitation, though this varies by sport and individual recovery. Returning too early increases re-injury risk, so your surgeon and physiotherapist will guide the timeline together.

Do all meniscus tears need surgery?

No — smaller tears, especially in the outer "red zone" with good blood supply, often heal with rest and physiotherapy. Larger or complex tears, or those causing locking/catching, typically need arthroscopic repair.

Is arthroscopic surgery outpatient?

Many arthroscopic procedures are done as day-care surgery with discharge the same day, though this depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.

Get Back to Your Sport, Not Just Off the Bench

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