Dr. Amyn Rajani
M.S Orth (Gold Medallist), Mumbai
Consultant Knee, Shoulder & Hip Surgeon
Robotic Joint Replacement, Arthroscopy & Sports Injury
Tennis elbow, medically known as lateral epicondylitis, is a common condition characterized by pain on the outer part of the elbow, often resulting from overuse of the forearm muscles. Traditionally, treatments have ranged from rest and physical therapy to corticosteroid injections. However, recent clinical studies have introduced a promising minimally invasive technique: percutaneous pie crusting…
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As winter sets in, the drop in temperature often brings with it a rise in joint stiffness and shoulder pain. Many individuals experience discomfort in their shoulders during the colder months, leading to restricted mobility and increased pain. If you are dealing with shoulder issues, understanding the causes and effective ways to manage them can…
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Shoulder pain can significantly affect your daily life, making it difficult to perform simple tasks like lifting objects or even moving your arm. Two of the most common causes of shoulder pain are arthritis and bursitis. While both conditions involve inflammation and can cause discomfort, they affect different parts of the shoulder and require different…
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Shoulder Joint: Basic Anatomy and Functions The shoulder joint is the largest joint of the upper extremities, which facilitates all your arm movements. The following musculoskeletal components comprise your shoulder joint. Bones: Humerus (upper arm bone), clavicle (collar bone), and scapula (shoulder blade) are the three bones that form the shoulder joint skeleton. The…
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Pre-Surgical Procedure: Rotator cuff surgery is usually not done as an emergency surgical procedure. The surgery requires some pre-planning in the form of medical check up, certain blood tests, document work for the patient etc. The following steps are an integral part of pre-surgical procedure for rotator cuff surgery: Medical examination It is mandatory for…
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Rotator cuff is a collective name for the musculoskeletal soft tissue surrounding the shoulder joint. Four muscles viz. Supraspinatus, Infraspinatus, Teres Minor and Subscapularis along with their tendons are involved in the formation of rotator cuff. Rotator cuff provides strength, stability and mobility to the shoulder joint. What is Rotator Cuff Surgery? Rotator cuff…
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History: 80-yr-old lady with severe pain in her left shoulder and inability to raise arm above her head along with extreme pain in the night. Case: The pictures show a full tear of the Supraspinatus which is retracted and the numeral head is visible. The Supraspinatus was arthroscopically repaired by Arthroscopy Specialist in Mumbai, Dr.…
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Though less common than Total Knee Replacement, Shoulder Replacement is just as successful in relieving joint pain. It involves removing the damaged parts and replacing them with artificial components, called prosthesis. The surgery not only relieves you from your unbearable chronic joint pain, but also improves your day-to-day mobility. Let’s have a look at the…
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