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Orthopaedic Surgery

Orthopaedic surgery is a medical specialty that deals with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of the bones, joints, tendons, ligaments and muscles. We offer the most appropriate preventive, treatment and rehabilitation options to suit your individual needs. We are here for all your musculoskeletal and healthcare needs.

Hip

Introduction

The hip joint is a large ball and socket joint that provides mobility and stability to your lower limb.

Common Conditions

Hip conditions known to cause pain and stiffness include:

  • Fractures
  • Dislocation
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteonecrosis
  • Hip Impingement

Treatments

Common hip surgeries include:

Our Specialists

ALTY is the new innovative orthopaedic healthcare provider in Malaysia. Our medical experts work together to provide comprehensive orthopaedic services that best suit your condition and lifestyle. Our team of orthopaedic specialists are trained to utilize advanced technologies to deliver the best patient care and experience.

Meet your surgeons.

Knee

Introduction

The knee is one of the largest and most complex joints in the human body. The knee joint is susceptible to traumatic and degenerative conditions.

Common Conditions

Some of the most common causes of knee pain include:

Treatments

Common Knee surgeries include:

Our Specialists

ALTY is the new innovative orthopaedic healthcare provider in Malaysia. Our medical experts work together to provide comprehensive orthopaedic services that best suit your condition and lifestyle. Our team of orthopaedic specialists are trained to utilize advanced technologies to deliver the best patient care and experience.

Meet your surgeons.

Shoulder

Introduction

The shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in your body. Ironically, it’s also one of the most commonly injured joints in the upper limb due to its mobility.

Common Conditions

Some of the most common problems associated with the shoulder are:

  • Osteoarthritis
  • Rotator cuff tear
  • Impingement
  • Instability

Treatments

Common shoulder surgeries include:

  • Shoulder arthroscopy
  • Rotator cuff repair
  • Shoulder replacement
  • Shoulder fracture fixation
  • Frozen shoulder manipulation

Our Specialists

ALTY is the new innovative orthopaedic healthcare provider in Malaysia. Our medical experts work together to provide comprehensive orthopaedic services that best suit your condition and lifestyle. Our team of orthopaedic specialists are trained to utilize advanced technologies to deliver the best patient care and experience.

Meet your surgeons.

Elbow

Introduction

Located in close proximity with the shoulder, your elbow joints are prone to traumatic and ‘repetitive’ overuse injuries.

Conditions

Common conditions of elbow include:

  • Fractures
  • Dislocations
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Tennis elbow
  • Golfers elbow

Treatments

Common elbow surgeries include:

  • Elbow fracture fixation
  • Elbow arthroscopy
  • Elbow replacement
  • Elbow ligament reconstruction

Our Specialists

ALTY is the new innovative orthopaedic healthcare provider in Malaysia. Our medical experts work together to provide comprehensive orthopaedic services that best suit your condition and lifestyle. Our team of orthopaedic specialists are trained to utilize advanced technologies to deliver the best patient care and experience.

Meet your surgeons.

Spine

Introduction

The spine provides stability and structure to your body. A healthy spine allows you to be mobile and pain free. The spine also protects vital organs such as the spinal cord, a column of nerve that connects the brain to the rest of your limbs.

Conditions

Some of the most common conditions affecting the spine include:

  • Arthritic disorders
  • Failed back surgery
  • Nerve compression
  • Scoliosis
  • Spinal stenosis
  • Whiplash
  • Spinal instability - spondylolisthesis
  • Cervical and lumbar disc herniations – “Slipped Disc”
  • Spinal infections
  • Vertebral Compression Fractures (VCF)
  • Spinal fractures due to trauma
  • Spinal tumours

Diagnostic Options

  • X-ray
  • Computerized Tomography (CT) scan
  • Diagnostic ultrasound
  • Dual energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DXA)
  • Electromyogram (EMG) or Nerve Conduction Velocity (NCV) testing
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Magnetic Resonance Arthrography (MRA)
  • Needle or open biopsy
  • Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scan
  • Bone scans
  • Discography
  • Selective Nerve Root Block (SNRB)
  • Joint injections

Note: Most common diagnostic tools in the spine are X-ray, MRI, CT-Scan with 3D reconstruction and Electromyography (EMG).

Treatments

Treatments for spinal conditions range from non-invasive approaches such as braces and physical therapy to modern surgical methods such as spinal injections and spinal surgery. Your treatment plan will be tailored by our specialists to manage and address the cause of your symptoms.

  • Non-surgical treatment:
    Some spinal injuries can be treated without surgery. Below are some treatment options that our specialists may recommend during your treatment.
    • Spinal orthosis / bracing
    • Ice or heat therapy for injuries
    • Injections such as corticosteroids or nerve blocks for pain
    • Medications such as anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), pain relievers, or muscle relaxers
    • Physical therapy
  • Surgical treatment:
    In certain indications, surgery is recommended as an option to manage your spine condition.  Our spine surgeons are familiar with the latest surgical techniques including minimally invasive surgery and robotic navigation.  Some of the procedures of spinal surgery are listed below:
    • Radiofrequency ablation / Percutaneous laser disc decompression
    • Endoscopic or open micro-discectomy
    • Endoscopic spinal decompression and fusion
    • Spinal laminectomy / Spinal decompression
    • Minimal invasive / Open spinal instrumentation and fusion
    • Scoliosis / Deformity corrective surgery
    • Vertebroplasty and Kyphoplasty
    • Artificial disc replacement
    • Corrective spine osteotomy

The spine team at ALTY takes a holistic approach to your care.  Our dedicated doctors, nurses and allied health professionals are here to help you all the way from diagnosis, treatment to post-surgical care. 

Rehabilitation

Spinal injury is a debilitating condition. Our team of experts will work closely with you to help regain mobility after spinal injury. Your doctor will recommend a rehabilitation program to help optimise your recovery. Our expert team of allied health professionals is here to guide you along the way.

Our Specialists

Hand & Wrist

Introduction

Our hands serve many purposes such as to write, draw, eat, dress and many other activities.

Conditions

Hands are also prone to injuries and overuse conditions such as:

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • DeQuervains tenosynovitis
  • Trigger finger
  • Trigger thumb
  • Fractures and dislocations

Treatments

Common hand surgeries are:

  • Carpal tunnel decompression
  • Trigger finger release
  • Fracture fixation
  • Wrist fusion
  • Scaphoid fixation

Our Specialists

ALTY is the new innovative orthopaedic healthcare provider in Malaysia. Our medical experts work together to provide comprehensive orthopaedic services that best suit your condition and lifestyle. Our team of orthopaedic specialists are trained to utilize advanced technologies to deliver the best patient care and experience.

Meet your surgeons.

Foot & Ankle

Introduction

Each foot is made up of 26 bones, 30 joints and more than 100 muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The unique anatomy of the foot and ankle works together to provide you with support, balance and mobility.

Common Conditions

Common conditions affecting the foot and ankle region include:

  • Achilles tendinitis
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Cartilage damage
  • Diabetic foot problem
  • Dislocation
  • Plantar fasciitis (foot pain)
  • Fractures
  • Gout
  • Sprains
  • Tendonitis (tendinitis)

Treatments

Common foot and ankle procedures include:

  • Bunion surgery
  • Ankle fusion
  • Ankle ligament reconstruction
  • Flat foot correction
  • Diabetic foot surgery
  • Fracture fixation

Our Specialists

ALTY is the new innovative orthopaedic healthcare provider in Malaysia. Our medical experts work together to provide comprehensive orthopaedic services that best suit your condition and lifestyle. Our team of orthopaedic specialists are trained to utilize advanced technologies to deliver the best patient care and experience.

Meet your surgeons.

How to Get Here

ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital
Ground Floor, Menara ALTY
187 Jalan Ampang, 50450
Kuala Lumpur

Directions

  • www.altyortho.com
  • Operating Hours:
    Monday – Friday: 8.30am – 5.00pm
    Saturday: 8.30am – 1.00pm
    24-Hour Emergency Department
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