Bones and Joints (Orthopaedics)

What is Orthopaedics?

Orthopaedics is a medical specialty that focuses on the care of the musculoskeletal system, which comprises muscles, bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, cartilage, and connecting soft tissue and nerves. An orthopaedic specialist specialises in diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating a variety of conditions affecting this complex system, such as trauma injuries, sports injuries, arthritis, congenital disorders, and degenerative diseases. Their ultimate goal is to reduce pain and improve mobility. If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, it may be helpful to consult an orthopaedic doctor:

• Difficulty using an arm or leg to perform daily tasks

• Persistent and severe pain in the neck, shoulders, or back

• Knee pain, joint pain, or muscle pain lasting longer than a few days, or worsening at certain times

• Deformities in the joints, feet, or ankles

• Signs of joint infection or inflammation

• Stiffness or limited range of motion

• Sports injury & trauma sports injuries occur while playing sports or exercising

Common Orthopaedic Conditions

Orthopaedics commonly addresses injuries resulting from accidents or sports activities, such as fractures, sprains, ligament tears, swelling of joints, and muscle strains.

In addition to acute care, there is a strong focus on long-term joint and bone health. This includes the management of conditions like inflammatory arthritis, bursitis, and age-related issues, such as osteoarthritis (wear and tear of joints) and osteoporosis. Other conditions include

• Bunions

• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

• De Quervain Tenosynovitis / Mother’s wrist / Mommy thumb

• Diabetic foot care

• Foot ulcer

• Ganglion cyst

• Mallet finger

• Muscle pain due to repetitive motion

• Osteopenia

• Scoliosis (abnormal twisting and curvature of the spine)

• Sport-related injuries

• Tennis elbow 

• Trauma and accident injuries

Orthopaedic Procedures

Orthopaedic procedures aim to restore musculoskeletal function and may involve anything from minimally invasive diagnostic techniques to complex reconstructive surgeries. Below is an explanation of each procedure type:

• Arthroscopy – a procedure using special cameras and equipment to visualise diagnose and treat problem inside a joint, such as torn ligaments, meniscus tears and cartilage damage

• Arthroplasty (joint replacement surgery) – involves replacement of damaged joint surfaces with artificial implants to restore function and alleviate pain. It includes procedures such as hip replacement, knee replacement, shoulder replacement and ankle replacement

• Bunionectomy – a corrective surgery for bunions

• Fracture repair – involves realigning broken bones and securing them with implants such as screws, plates or rods to facilitate proper healing

• Fusion – a “welding” process by which bones are fused together with bone grafts and internal devices (such as metal rods) to heal into a single solid bone

• Hand and microsurgery – to address complex hand injuries, nerve repairs, finger replantation and tissue reconstruction

• Internal fixation – a method to hold the broken pieces of bone in proper position with metal plates and pins or screws while the bone is healing

• Osteotomy – the correction of bone deformity by cutting and repositioning the bone

• Soft tissue repair – the mending of soft tissue, such as torn tendons or ligaments

• Sports medicine procedures – focus on treating sport-related injuries, including ligament repairs (such as ACL reconstruction), meniscus repairs and tendon repairs 

One of the Best Centres for Orthopaedic Surgeons in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Expertise and Specialisation

At Prince Court Medical Centre, we have a team of over 15 qualified orthopaedic specialist doctors who are dedicated to assessing, diagnosing, and treating various orthopaedic conditions. In addition to general orthopaedic, trauma and lower limb reconstructive surgery, Prince Court Medical Centre is one of the few medical centres that offer comprehensive orthopaedic sub-specialty care. Our experienced orthopaedic surgeons specialise in arthroplasty, foot and ankle surgery, orthopaedic oncology, hand and microsurgery, paediatric orthopaedic surgery, sports surgery, and more.

Our sports surgery expertise includes the treatment of various sports injuries, such as ligament injuries, meniscus tears, and joint preservation. Whether it's complex ankle ligament reconstruction, knee ligament reconstruction, or cartilage regeneration procedures, our orthopaedic surgeons are skilled in providing advanced surgical interventions to restore your athletic function.

Advanced Technology

Our orthopaedic centre is equipped with the latest technology for diagnosing and treating orthopaedic disorders, including advanced imaging equipment and state-of-the-art surgical tools. This allows our bone doctors and bone specialists to provide our patients with the most accurate diagnoses and effective treatments possible. 

Imaging Modalities

• Imaging modalities involve advanced diagnostic tools such as X-rays, CT scans, MRI, and ultrasound to produce clear and detailed images. These images enable our orthopaedic specialists to determine the appropriate corrective procedures and create tailored treatment plans for each patient.

Minimally Invasive Surgery / Robotic-Assisted Surgery

• Whenever possible, our orthopaedic specialists will recommend minimally invasive surgery, including all-arthroscopic surgery of shoulder, hip, knee, and ankle joints to minimise pain, complications, and recovery time for our patients.

Collaborative Care with Rehabilitation Medicine Specialists and Therapists

To optimise surgical outcomes and expedite recovery from injury, we have a team of Rehabilitative Medicine specialists, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists working together with our orthopaedic surgeons to care for our patients. Within our Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Medicine Centre, you will find a range of advanced amenities designed to support your rehabilitation journey.

Temperature-controlled Hydrotherapy Pool

• A therapeutic oasis that provides buoyancy and gentle resistance to support low-impact exercises, helping improve muscle strength, joint mobility, and pain relief.

Lokomat Robotic Treadmill Training System

• A cutting-edge robotic gait-training system that works with our physiotherapists to provide precise control of your gait pattern and real-time feedback to optimise movement.

Through a combination of therapeutic exercises, manual techniques, and functional training, we aim to improve your strength, flexibility, balance, and overall functional capacity, ensuring that you regain your independence and achieve your rehabilitation goals.