Dr. Rakeshav Babu
MS (Orthopaedics)
Orthopaedic Trauma & Joint Replacement Surgeon
Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement
In short
- Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement at Sree Suraksha Multispeciality Hospital, Pragathi Nagar, Hyderabad.
- Appointments: +91 7288 080 222 · Emergency, 24/7: +91 9666 469 911.
- 10 procedures and conditions treated, listed below.
- 1 consultant listed for this speciality.
- Casualty, ICU, laboratory, digital X-ray, pharmacy and ambulance run 24 hours a day on the same campus.
The Orthopaedics & Joint Replacement department treats bone, joint, muscle and spine problems, from a wrist fracture to a total knee replacement. The hospital keeps digital X-ray, laboratory, theatre and physiotherapy on the same campus, so a patient who arrives with an injury can be imaged, operated on if needed, and started on rehabilitation without moving between buildings.
The department is one of the reasons patients search for an orthopaedic hospital in Pragathi Nagar and Kukatpally, and it works alongside trauma and critical care for road-accident and multiple-injury cases.
Pillar One
Conditions treated & procedures performed
Total knee replacement (TKR)
Replacement of a knee joint worn down by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or post-traumatic arthritis, in a laminar-flow theatre, followed by supervised physiotherapy.
Total hip replacement (THR)
Replacement of a damaged hip joint for arthritis, avascular necrosis or fracture of the neck of femur.
Fracture fixation and trauma surgery
Plating, nailing and external fixation for simple and complex fractures, including multiple fractures after road traffic accidents.
Arthroscopy (knee and shoulder)
Key-hole joint surgery using a small camera to diagnose and repair ligament tears, meniscal injuries and shoulder problems.
Sports injury management
Assessment and treatment of ligament, tendon and cartilage injuries, with a rehabilitation plan aimed at returning to activity safely.
Arthritis care
Medical and surgical management of joint inflammation causing pain and stiffness, including injections where appropriate.
Spine surgery
Procedures for disc prolapse and nerve compression, such as microdiscectomy and laminectomy.
Bursitis and soft-tissue conditions
Treatment of inflamed bursae and tendon problems with rest, medication, physiotherapy or injection.
Bone tumours
Assessment and surgical management of benign and malignant growths affecting bone and soft tissue, with histopathology on site.
Post-operative physiotherapy
Structured rehabilitation after joint replacement and fracture surgery to restore movement and strength.
Pillar Two
On-site diagnostics & technology
- Digital X-ray On-site digital radiography with immediate images, available 24 hours a day.
- 24/7 laboratory Haematology, clinical biochemistry, clinical pathology and histopathology run in-house, round the clock, so results come back the same visit for most routine panels.
- Modular operation theatres Operation theatres with laminar air flow and HEPA filtration to reduce surgical infection risk.
- Advanced ICU Intensive care beds with monitoring and ventilatory support, staffed 24/7.
- Ultrasound On-site ultrasound scanning for abdominal, pelvic and soft-tissue assessment.
- 24/7 in-house pharmacy Medicines dispensed on site at any hour, including for emergency admissions.
Pillar Three
Consultants in this speciality
Pillar Four
Questions patients ask
How long does it take to walk after a knee replacement?
Most patients are helped to stand and take a few steps with support within a day or two of surgery, and walk with a walker before going home. Full recovery, including climbing stairs comfortably, usually takes six to twelve weeks of regular physiotherapy. Your surgeon will set the pace based on your own progress.
Do I need surgery for knee pain, or can it be treated without?
Many knees improve with weight management, physiotherapy, activity changes and medication, and surgery is considered when pain limits daily life despite those measures and the X-ray shows advanced joint damage. An orthopaedic consultation with an X-ray is the way to find out which applies to you.
Can I get an X-ray done the same day as my consultation?
Yes. Digital X-ray is available in the hospital 24 hours a day, so imaging is usually done during the same visit and the surgeon reviews it immediately.
What should I do for a suspected fracture at night?
Come to the 24-hour casualty. Keep the limb still, do not attempt to straighten it, and call +91 9666 469 911 if you need the ambulance.
How long is the hospital stay for joint replacement?
The stay depends on the joint, your general health and how quickly you mobilise, and the team tells you your expected length of stay before the operation. At the pre-operative consultation they also go through what to arrange at home for the first few weeks.
See a orthopaedics specialist
OPD appointments on +91 7288 080 222. For anything that cannot wait, casualty is open 24 hours.