Are you suffering from an injury that is drastically affecting your quality of life?
Have you exhausted all other treatment options? Whether it is a sports injury, stress fracture, dislocation, or tendon tear, perhaps the next step to reclaiming your functionality is to see an orthopaedic surgeon.
Dr Siva Chandrasekaran, an orthopaedic surgeon in the Toorak area, is an expert in the diagnosis, treatment and management of all musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries and with a particular interest in hip and knee disorders. Contact us today for more information on how he can assist you.
Non-surgical treatments available in Toorak
In some cases, surgery is not always recommended as the initial treatment. If surgery can be avoided and evidence-based non-surgical methods can be the first option, Dr Chandrasekaran, based in Toorak, will advise this route. He is able to offer the following services:
Exercise conditioning program
Exercise may help strengthen muscles around the hip and knee and may help reduce the pain. It can also help with arthritis in these areas, as well as improve recovery post-surgery.
Injections
Injections can be used to help treat the pain. They are injected into the affected areas and can help to provide additional lubrication, reduce inflammation and promote a healing response from the damaged tissues.
Radiofrequency ablation
COOLIEF* radiofrequency ablation is a minimally invasive treatment option that targets the nerves that transmit pain signals from the hips and knees.
Injections into the hip and knee areas may help reduce pain and inflammation and prevent the need for surgery.
Surgical treatment available in Toorak
Sometimes the best solution for hip and knee pain is surgery, and Dr Chandrasekaran, based in Toorak, will take time to discuss your surgery options and help you make the best decision for your unique situation. The surgery options we offer are:
Arthroscopic surgery
Arthroscopic surgery is a type of keyhole surgery, as so named due to the small incisions made on the required area instead of one large incision. It is a minimally invasive surgery used to diagnose and treat hip and knee conditions. It is less invasive, and healing and recovery is faster than with traditional techniques.
Replacement surgery
Hip and knee replacement surgery aim to eliminate pain and restore functionality to the hips and knees that have been adversely affected by trauma, general wear and tear, or disease such as arthritis.
Robotic joint replacement
Robotic joint replacement surgery uses software and robotic technology to plan, execute and check the positioning of components during joint replacement surgery.
A hip replacement surgery may be recommended if non-surgical treatments have not provided sufficient pain relief.
Choose Dr Chandrasekaran as your Orthopaedic Surgeon in Toorak
If you are suffering from chronic pain conditions Dr Chandrasekaran, located in Toorak, is able to offer a number of treatment option.
Meet Doctor Chandrasekaran
Dr Chandrasekaran, completed prestigious fellowships in the United Kingdom, the United States and Switzerland. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and a member of the Australian Orthopaedic Association.
Considered an expert in his field, he has published 50 articles on numerous orthopaedic surgeries.
Dr Chandrasekaran is a highly trained and experienced Orthopaedic Surgeon based in Toorak, Melbourne, Australia. He is an expert in diagnosing, treating, and managing several different types of musculoskeletal conditions and has a special interest in hip and knee surgery.
Find your closest clinic below
Cabrini Private Hospital
- 181-183 Wattletree Rd,
Malvern VIC 3144 - (03) 8595 1800 (24h/7)
- 0411 274 000 (9am - 5pm Mon - Fri)
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FAQs
If you have further questions about our services, please do not hesitate to contact us or visit us at our orthopaedic centre in Toorak, or read our frequently asked questions that may provide you with the additional information you require.
The cost of orthopaedic surgery is largely dependent on your individual condition and the recommended treatments recommended by Dr Chandrasekaran. It is advisable to book an appointment for a full assessment, and he will be able to provide you with an accurate cost for the specific treatment you require.
An orthopaedic surgeon is a doctor that can diagnose and treat diseases of the muscular-skeletal system, which includes bone, cartilage, ligaments, tendons and connective tissues.
Due to artificial joins only lasting 15 to 20 years. Orthopaedic surgeons will usually recommend this surgery for patients older than 60 years.
For some, recovery can take a few days to a few weeks, and for others, it can take a few months for a full recovery. It depends very much on your overall health, the condition that has been treated and the surgical procedure.
The goal of this surgery is to restore functionality, but there may be some limitations, and it is important to discuss these with the surgeon pre-surgery in order to establish realistic expectations.