CHENNAI, MAR 17
Apollo Hospitals on Monday launched its innovative Apollo Joint Preservation Program in India, that is set to revolutionize joint care across its network. This pioneering initiative focuses on early intervention and personalized treatment to help individuals maintain their mobility and confidence, all the while fostering a proactive approach to joint health.
- A new approach to joint care with early intervention and personalized treatment to preserve mobility and confidence
- It is tailored to the needs of patients suffering from joint pain, arthritis, inflammatory conditions, and ligament injuries
- Through this unique program, our team of specialists will focus on ‘3 Ts’: Tailored advice, Treatment (both medical and surgical), and Therapies (including rehabilitation, nutrition, and alternative therapies): Dr Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director
Present at the launch were Dr Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director – Apollo Hospitals, Dr. Brett Fritsch, Orthopaedic Surgeon, Arthroscopic and Replacement Specialist – Knee, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney and senior doctors from the Orthopaedic Department at Apollo Hospitals.
Designed to provide comprehensive, trust-based joint care, Apollo Joint Preservation Program is tailored to the needs of patients suffering from joint pain, arthritis, inflammatory conditions, and ligament injuries. By emphasizing active and healthy lifestyle habits, the program seeks to alleviate discomfort and potentially avoid the need for invasive procedures for as long as possible.
Congratulating the team at the launch of Joint Preservation Program, Dr. Sangita Reddy, Joint Managing Director – Apollo Hospitals said, “The Joint Preservation Program at Apollo is built around patient comfort and support, designed to benefit individuals of all ages who may not be aware of the treatment options available for joint pain or degeneration. Through this unique program, our team of specialists will focus on ‘3 Ts’: Tailored advice, Treatment (both medical and surgical), and Therapies (including rehabilitation, nutrition, and alternative therapies). This multi-city initiative underscores our commitment to help people preserve their mobility and enhance their quality of life for long term. By prioritizing joint function optimization, we want to empower individuals to maintain an active lifestyle and continue doing what they love.”
The program allows patients to benefit from early diagnosis and customized therapies that can potentially delay or avoid major joint health issues. Patients who have been advised any treatment for their affected joints elsewhere, as well as those seeking their first consultation for joint pain, will now have access to a wide array of comprehensive treatment options.
Dr. A Navaladi Shankar, Senior Consultant – Orthopaedic Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, said, “Apollo’s Joint Preservation Program will offer innovative, non-invasive treatments such as Platelet-rich Plasma Bone marrow concentrate therapy, Ozone therapy, other Orthobiologics, etc. to empower patients to take control of their joint health. Patients will be able to enjoy a vibrant, active life without having to undergo any unnecessary surgical interventions.”
Dr. Kornad P Kosygan, Senior Consultant – Orthopaedic Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai, said, “Patients will also be provided comprehensive support services including physiotherapy, rehabilitation, nutritional advice for weight management, and alternative therapies like yoga. This holistic strategy will not only help preserve natural joint function but also enhance patient trust and long-term engagement with their doctor, paving the way for a smoother transition to joint replacement if and when necessary.”
Dr. Arun Kannan, Senior Consultant – Orthopaedic Surgeon, Apollo Hospitals, Chennai said, “At Apollo Hospitals, our new Joint Preservation Program represents a transformative step in orthopaedic care. This initiative will help our patients to reclaim their mobility and enjoy long-term joint health with confidence.”
By harnessing advanced Orthobiologic therapies alongside pioneering regenerative treatments such as Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) therapy and cutting-edge stem cell applications, we empower patients to maintain and enhance their joint functionality. This bespoke approach not only aids in circumventing any major surgical interventions but also encourages a dynamic, active lifestyle, thereby ensuring long-term joint health and overall well-being. PRP injections will leverage the body’s inherent healing capacity to diminish inflammation and expedite joint repair. Regenerative therapies, including stem cell treatments, aim to rejuvenate cartilage and enhance overall joint functionality, while surgical strategies such as osteotomies will rectify alignment discrepancies, providing sustained relief and improved mobility. Additional surgical modalities will include arthroscopic and open procedures for chondral defects, meniscal repairs, ligament reconstructions, and procedures like Unicondylar Knee Replacement, which strive to preserve more of the natural joint architecture and function.
Furthermore, patients will receive an extensive range of support services, encompassing physiotherapy, rehabilitation, nutritional counseling for weight management, and other adjunct therapies. This holistic strategy is designed not only to safeguard natural joint function but also to cultivate patient trust and sustained engagement with their healthcare provider, thereby facilitating a seamless transition to joint replacement when deemed absolutely necessary.
