Dr. Aditya Rao

During your initial consultation at our Andheri West clinic, Dr. Aditya Rao will review your complete medical history, conduct a thorough physical and biomechanical examination, assess existing imaging (digital X-rays, MRI scans), and discuss a personalized treatment strategy tailored to your recovery goals.

Recovery time depends on the specific procedure. Patients undergoing simple knee arthroscopy or meniscus trimming can walk without support within 24 to 48 hours. Patients undergoing ACL reconstruction typically transition off crutches in 2 to 3 weeks, start straight-line jogging by month 4, and return to competitive pivoting sports between months 9 and 12 following objective strength tests.

Yes. Medically indicated orthopedic surgeries—including fracture fixation, ligament repairs, arthroscopy, and joint replacement—are covered by major private and corporate health insurance policies in India. Our clinic team coordinates with TPAs to facilitate cashless hospitalization and seamless reimbursement processing.

Total knee replacement is indicated when severe end-stage osteoarthritis causes severe bone-on-bone pain, night throbbing that impairs sleep, significant bowing or deformity, and severe walking limitations that fail to respond to medication, lifestyle adjustments, or intra-articular injections.

Follow the P.O.L.I.C.E. protocol: Protect the joint with splints, Optimal Loading (gentle movement without bearing sudden weight), Ice for 15-20 minutes every 2 hours, Compression bandaging, and Elevation. Contact an orthopedic specialist immediately if you experience severe swelling within 2 hours, hear a popping sound, or cannot bear weight.