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:
- Total Hip Replacement
- Hip arthroscopy
- Hemiarthroplasty
- 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.
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Our other specialists in the field of Cardiology, Radiology, Gastroenterology, Urology, ENT and Dermatology offer holistic medical care for you, all under one roof.
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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:
- Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury
- Posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) injury
- Osteoarthritis
- Meniscus Tear
- Cartilage Damage
Treatments
Common Knee surgeries include:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee arthroscopy
- ACL reconstruction
- Knee osteotomy
- 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.
Our other specialists in the field of Cardiology, Radiology, Gastroenterology, Urology, ENT and Dermatology offer holistic medical care for you, all under one roof.
Meet our medical experts.
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.
Our other specialists in the field of Cardiology, Radiology, Gastroenterology, Urology, ENT and Dermatology offer holistic medical care for you, all under one roof.
Meet our medical experts.
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.
Our other specialists in the field of Cardiology, Radiology, Gastroenterology, Urology, ENT and Dermatology offer holistic medical care for you, all under one roof.
Meet our medical experts.
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
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.
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.
Our other specialists in the field of Cardiology, Radiology, Gastroenterology, Urology, ENT and Dermatology offer holistic medical care for you, all under one roof.
Meet our medical experts.
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.
Our other specialists in the field of Cardiology, Radiology, Gastroenterology, Urology, ENT and Dermatology offer holistic medical care for you, all under one roof.
Meet our medical experts.