Orthopaedics at KG Hospital: Excellence in Every Joint
Orthopaedic surgery treats disorders of bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and spine. KG Hospital Coimbatore's Orthopaedics department is one of the most comprehensive in Tamil Nadu — offering everything from emergency fracture care and arthroscopic sports surgery to robotic joint replacement and minimally invasive spine surgery.
Our surgeons are trained not just to operate, but to help you avoid surgery where possible — physiotherapy, joint injections, PRP, and structured non-surgical programmes are offered first for most conditions.
Our team works with Rheumatology (inflammatory arthritis), Physiotherapy (rehabilitation), Radiology (MRI and CT planning), and Pain Management — ensuring coordinated, not fragmented, care for every patient.
Robotic Joint Replacement
Robotic-assisted TKR and THR with same-day mobilisation — sub-millimetre implant placement, faster recovery, longer implant life.
Sports Medicine & Arthroscopy
ACL reconstruction, meniscal repair, rotator cuff surgery — keyhole arthroscopic techniques for rapid, safe return to sport.
Spine Surgery
Microdiscectomy, lumbar fusion, ACDF, disc arthroplasty, scoliosis correction — minimally invasive techniques (MISS) wherever possible.
Robotic-Assisted Joint Replacement Surgery
Joint replacement replaces a worn or damaged joint surface with an artificial implant, eliminating bone-on-bone friction that causes pain. KG Hospital Coimbatore offers robotic-assisted surgery — the most advanced platform — for more accurate placement and better long-term outcomes.
Robotic TKR uses a CT-based 3D knee model to plan exact implant size and position, then a robotic arm executes the plan within ±0.5 mm. This precision means a more natural-feeling knee, better ligament balance, less soft-tissue damage, and longer implant life compared to conventional jig-based TKR.
Total hip arthroplasty replaces the femoral head and acetabulum for osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis (AVN), rheumatoid arthritis, and post-fracture arthritis. Anterior approach enables faster recovery, immediate full weight-bearing, and fewer dislocation restrictions.
When arthritis is confined to one knee compartment, only that surface needs replacing. UKR preserves the ACL and intact compartment — resulting in a more natural knee feel, faster recovery, and better stair-climbing. Suitable for ~25% of patients needing knee replacement.
Revision arthroplasty replaces a failed joint replacement. Indications: aseptic loosening, polyethylene wear, peri-prosthetic fracture, and peri-prosthetic joint infection (PJI). Two-stage revision for infected joints: spacer insertion → antibiotics → re-implantation.
Keyhole Arthroscopy for All Major Joints
Arthroscopy is keyhole surgery using a tiny camera through 2–3 small incisions — avoiding large wounds and enabling day-case or one-night procedures with return to normal activities in 2–12 weeks depending on the joint and operation.
| Joint | Procedures Available | Typical Recovery | Anaesthesia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knee | ACL/PCL reconstruction, meniscal repair/meniscectomy, chondroplasty, microfracture, synovectomy, loose body removal | 4–12 weeks for sport | Spinal / GA |
| Shoulder | Rotator cuff repair, Bankart stabilisation, SLAP repair, subacromial decompression, AC joint resection | 8–16 weeks for sport | GA + nerve block |
| Hip | Labral repair, FAI osteoplasty, cartilage lesion treatment | 8–12 weeks | GA + spinal |
| Ankle | OCD treatment, chronic instability repair, anterior impingement, synovectomy | 6–10 weeks | Spinal / GA |
Expert Spine Surgery in Coimbatore
KG Hospital's spine surgeons apply a "MISS-first" philosophy — achieving the surgical goal through the smallest possible approach using minimally invasive spine surgery (MISS) techniques wherever clinically appropriate to reduce pain, blood loss, and recovery time.
Lumbar Microdiscectomy
Minimally invasive removal of a herniated disc pressing on the sciatic nerve — small incision, usually day-case, rapid return to activities.
Lumbar Spinal Fusion
PLIF/TLIF with pedicle screws and interbody cage for degenerative disc disease and spondylolisthesis — restores disc height and nerve space.
Cervical Disc Surgery
ACDF (anterior cervical discectomy and fusion) and cervical disc arthroplasty (motion-preserving) for neck pain and arm radiculopathy.
Spinal Canal Decompression
Laminotomy and laminectomy for lumbar and cervical spinal stenosis causing neurogenic claudication or myelopathy.
Scoliosis Correction
Posterior spinal fusion with pedicle screw instrumentation for adolescent idiopathic scoliosis and adult deformity correction.
Vertebral Augmentation
Vertebroplasty and kyphoplasty for painful osteoporotic compression fractures — cement injection under fluoroscopy for rapid pain relief.
Sports Injuries & Return-to-Sport Surgery
Sports injuries require a different philosophy — the goal is return to sport at the highest possible level, as quickly and safely as possible. KG Hospital's sports medicine team combines orthopaedic surgery, sports physiotherapy, and PRP therapy for optimal outcomes.
Fracture Surgery & Trauma Care
KG Hospital provides 24/7 emergency orthopaedic trauma surgery for fractures, dislocations, and open injuries — ORIF with locking plates and intramedullary nails, and damage control orthopaedics (DCO) for multiply injured patients.
Hip Fracture Surgery
Dynamic hip screw, proximal femoral nail, and hemi-arthroplasty for neck of femur fractures — with early mobilisation protocol.
Polytrauma & DCO
Damage control orthopaedics for multiply injured patients — temporary external fixation to stabilise fractures during resuscitation.
Peri-articular Fractures
Distal femur, tibial plateau, pilon, ankle, wrist (distal radius), and calcaneum — complex ORIF with locking plate technology.
Upper Limb Trauma
Humerus fractures (ORIF/nail), clavicle ORIF, elbow fractures, forearm and wrist fractures — paediatric and adult.
Children's Bone & Joint Surgery
Children's orthopaedic conditions require a different approach — growing bones have remodelling potential and treatment must account for growth plates, developmental biology, and the physical and psychological needs of the child and family.
Club Foot — Ponseti Method
Serial casting from birth using the Ponseti technique. Percutaneous tenotomy in most cases. >95% success rate — avoids open surgery.
DDH — Hip Dysplasia
Pavlik harness for infants. Closed or open reduction with pelvic/femoral osteotomy for late presentations of developmental dysplasia.
Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis
Observation, TLSO bracing (Cobb 25–45°), or posterior spinal fusion (Cobb >45°) to prevent pulmonary and cosmetic complications.
Limb Length Discrepancy
Guided growth (hemiepiphysiodesis / 8-plate), limb lengthening (Ilizarov or magnetic nail), or epiphysiodesis to equalise leg lengths.
Supracondylar Fractures
Most common elbow fracture in children — percutaneous K-wire pinning under GA. Emergency treatment within 6 hours for displaced type III.
Guided Growth — Genu Varum/Valgum
8-plate (hemiepiphysiodesis) for pathological bow-legs and knock-knees in children — no open surgery, simple reversal procedure.
Physiotherapy & Recovery Milestones
Surgery is only the first half. KG Hospital's physiotherapy team starts rehabilitation on Day 1 after joint replacement following evidence-based protocols. Goal: fastest and safest return to full independent function.
| Procedure | Day 1 Goal | 2-Week Goal | 6-Week Goal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knee Replacement | Standing & walking with frame | Walking unaided, full extension | Walk 1 km, climb stairs |
| Hip Replacement | Standing, partial weight-bearing | Full weight-bearing, independent | Drive, return to light activities |
| ACL Reconstruction | Leg raises, full extension | Walking without crutches | Cycling, light jogging |
| Lumbar Discectomy | Walk 20 minutes, sit limit | Light activities, avoid bending | Desk job, progressive strengthening |
