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When Should You Visit an Orthopaedic Doctor?
Minor aches settle on their own, but some symptoms should not be ignored. Here is a simple guide for patients in Malad and Malvani.
Orthopaedic services
- Trauma surgeries and all fracture fixations
- Children fracture specialist
- Sports arthroscopic surgeries
- ACL reconstruction and meniscus repairs
- Shoulder rotator cuff repair and Bankart repair
- Acromial decompression
- Intra articular knee and shoulder injections
- Knee, back and neck pain treatment
- Spine treatment and spinal injuries
- Joint replacement consultation
See an orthopaedic doctor if you have
Pain or swelling lasting more than two weeks, a joint that locks or gives way, visible deformity after a fall, inability to bear weight, pain that wakes you at night, or numbness and weakness in a limb.
What happens at the first visit
History and examination, X-ray or MRI if needed, a clear diagnosis and a treatment plan that usually starts with non-surgical care.
Clinic address
Bone 'N' Smile Clinic, 3/B Pathanwadi Road, Kurar Village, Malad East, Mumbai, Maharashtra 400097. The clinic is in Kurar Village, Malad East and serves patients from Malvani, Malad West, Kandivali, Goregaon and nearby areas. Consultations Monday to Saturday, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM and 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM.
Frequently asked questions
Should I see a physiotherapist or an orthopaedic doctor first?
For new, severe or post-injury pain see the orthopaedic doctor first for diagnosis; physiotherapy follows the diagnosis.
Can I walk in without an appointment?
Yes during clinic hours; booking reduces waiting time.
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Medically reviewed by Dr. Jeeshan Shaikh, MBBS, D.Ortho, MS (Orthopaedics). This page is for general information and is not a substitute for a consultation.