Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) Surgery

The intricate dance of the knee’s ligaments, specifically the Posterior Cruciate Ligament (PCL) and its counterpart, the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL), defines the stability of the knee joint. These resilient bands, forming an essential “X” pattern, safeguard against forces exerted in various directions. The PCL, in particular, prevents excessive backward movement of the lower leg relative to the upper leg, crucial during knee flexion.

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PCL Surgery Excellence in India

Navigating the spectrum of PCL injuries demands precision, and India emerges as a global leader in PCL surgery. Like other sprains, PCL injuries are classified into grades, ranging from microscopic tears (Grade I) to complete tears or separation from the bone (Grade III). Football, basketball, soccer, and rugby players often bear the brunt, making India’s advanced PCL surgery an invaluable solution.

Symptoms Speak Louder

Subtle symptoms, including mild knee swelling, occasional instability, and pain, serve as the initial whispers of a potential PCL injury. Athletes, sometimes unaware of the gravity, may delay seeking medical attention, describing vague discomfort or a feeling that their injured knee doesn’t seem right. The journey to recovery begins with a thorough examination, comparing the injured and uninjured knees.

Diagnostic Precision: Unveiling PCL Secrets

A precise diagnosis involves unraveling the circumstances leading to the injury. Thorough clinical examinations, coupled with strength assessments and range of motion evaluations, pave the way for advanced diagnostic tools such as X-rays and MRI scans. These images create a roadmap for personalized treatment plans, ensuring an accurate understanding of the injury’s nuances.

Comprehensive Treatment: From RICE to Surgical Precision

The RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) rule forms the initial therapeutic embrace for PCL injuries, offering relief from pain and swelling. Treatment trajectories diverge based on injury severity. Grade I and II injuries embark on intensive rehabilitation, strengthening the knee’s support system. Grade III injuries, involving complete tears, may necessitate surgical intervention, utilizing arthroscopic techniques for reconstruction.

Paving the Path to Recovery: Proactive Prevention and Prognosis

Prevention takes center stage in averting sports-related knee injuries. Warm-ups, muscle strengthening, and gradual training intensity increases serve as shields against potential PCL challenges. Post-treatment, athletes find solace in the knowledge that, with proper care, most return to their pre-injury activity levels. Surgical reconstruction yields positive outcomes, with patients resuming physical prowess within one to three years.

Choose Excellence, Choose India

India’s healthcare landscape beckons those seeking excellence in PCL surgery. With a blend of state-of-the-art facilities, skilled orthopedic surgeons, and a commitment to holistic recovery, India stands as the destination where knee resilience is restored. Elevate your recovery – choose India for PCL surgery that transcends expectations.

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Dr. Subhash Jangid

Speciality:      Orthopedics/Bone & Joint Surgeon
Experience:   20+ years of experience
Hospital:        Fortis Memorial Research Institute

About Doctor:

Subhash Jangid is a leading Orthopedic with vast experience of over 20 years in his field of expertise and special focus on hip, knee and joint replacement surgeries,Bone & Joint Surgeon.
He is an expert in his field and has performed more than 20,000 surgeries in his illustrious career.
He is also acclaimed for performing around 6500 joint replacement surgeries every year and treats a number of international patients annually.

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A pioneering surgeon, he is credited with many firsts like being the first surgeon in India to use computer navigation (NAV3) for knee replacement surgery, and also the first to use Bone graft substitute for tumor patients in India.
He was part of the team which established India’s First Bone Bank at AIIMS according to the guidelines of American Association of Tissue Banking.
He is also credited for introducing NAVIO, the world’s first robotic arm for knee joint replacement surgeries.
He is one of the best orthopedics in India when it comes to use of the latest technique for minimal invasive surgeries and better recovery process for treatment.
Jangid is also involved in teaching and is a visiting faculty at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria, where he trains doctors in arthroplasty procedures.

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Fortis Memorial Research Institute

Number of beds:   1000
ICU Beds:     298
Airport Distance:  17 KMs

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Fortis Memorial Research Institute was established in 2001.
It is an outstanding multi-speciality quaternary care hospital,having the top-notch infrastructure, advanced equipment, highly qualified and experienced medical professionals and super sub-specialists.
Fortis Hosptial Gurgaon is an advanced centre of excellence in Robotic Surgery, Neurosciences, Oncology, Renal Sciences, BMT, Organ Transplants, Orthopaedics, Cardiac Sciences and Obstetrics & Gynaecology.

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JCI & NABH Accredited Hospital, NABL Accredited Lab, NABH Certified Nursing Excellence, NABH Accredited Blood Bank
FMRI is a 1000 bedded and 15 Operation theaters and over 400 diagnostics centres (including JVs).
Medical facility endowed with a dedicated team of 200 world-renowned doctors, covering a number of specialities, who aim to provide the best quality medical care to all the patients, national as well as international.
This hospital is well set up with the latest technologies and equipment throughout all the specialties and research labs, which are accredited by NABL.
This ensures that the patients at FMRI receive diagnostic results and treatment with high accuracy and in minimum time.
With a vision for the community, FMRI operates various speciality clinics such as, for Paediatrics, Nephrology, Neurology, Gynecology, Orthopedics, Oncology and many more, which provide long term healthcare management and follow up care.
FMRI is the premium healthcare provider and endeavours to be known as the “Mecca of Medicine” – the ultimate healthcare destination.