Rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament is a disease that requires surgery for reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament

Rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament is a disease that requires surgery for reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament

As you know, anterior cruciate often injured, it is related to sports, namely when offset lower leg forward.

Anterior cruciate ligament is inside of the knee joint. So it will not heal without surgery. And after the cruciate ligament rupture, the knee joint is not stable due to this the meniscus begins to deteriorate. And further it causes degenerative arthritis of the knee.

Knee joints MRI
ACL ruptured knee MRI (left picture), Healthy joint MRI (right picture)

There are two methods of operation for the reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament

1) The use of your own ligament

2) The use of donor ligament

If you use a ligament from another part of your body, as the hip, then the period of rehabilitation will be much longer, and the pain will be for 6 months or more. For using a donor ligament, there is an only a little difference in the cost of operation, but better operation result.

The anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction surgery is minimally invasive and is not a complex operation. You do not need a whole body anesthesia, but only spinal anesthesia.

It is also important to do well rehabilitation exercises after surgery to restore knee function, as well as to strengthen it.

After the operation, sometimes the patients do bad rehabilitation exercises for the knee, which may lead to re-rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament.

After 6 months of rehabilitation exercises you may bring back a healthy knee joint. But the reducing period of the recovery can be shortened and the pain symptoms after surgery can be reduced, it is all depends on you!

Handwriting Wellton hospital's patient from Russia (Arthroscopic surgery)

Handwriting Wellton hospital's patient from Russia (Arthroscopic surgery)

My right leg became ill. I had a pain in area of patella of knee joint and under of it. On the advice of friends, I sent images taken in Vladivostok to Wellton hospital for consultation. Then I get completely answer with a full schedule by the day, with the name of all analysis and procedures. After consulting with the relatives, I decided to take treatment in Korea, namely Wellton hospital. Hospital seemed to me as a modest building, but the quality of service and diagnostic equipment is very impressive. The survey was done promptly and in the evening an operation was done. The medical staff is friendly so I didn’t feel language barrier. The doctor is very attentive, thoroughly consulted. I’d like to say thank you to the translator consultant who organized everything beforehand and quickly. Hopefully my leg will be like new. I wish others opt for the Wellton hospital without doubt. Work is clearly done.

Thank you! I hope that I opted for the Wellton hospital not in vain.

Plekhanova G

Hospitalization period: From November 3, 2015, until November 6, 2015

Farewell of Dr. Denis Afanasyev from Moscow, Russia

On September 15, 2015, Denis Afanasyev, finished his International Fellowship program of Wellton Hospital

Dr. Denis Afanasyev came to Wellton Hospital from Moscow, Russia as a part of Wellton International Fellowship Program (WIFP) in August 18, 2015. He spent last 1 month in Korea and participated in various meetings and conferences with other surgeons and observed Orthopedic cases, outpatient consultation, daily rounds and rehabilitation programs at Wellton Hospital.  He was impressed with the most advanced surgical techniques and rehabilitation program for hip replacement & knee replacement.

I want to express my deepest gratitude and sincere thanks to Dr. Song, and to all staff of the Wellton Hospital for the opportunity of International Arthroplasty Study. The technique of arthroplasty of hip joint and knee joint is perfected. In my practice course, for the first-time I have seen minimally invasive posterior approach for hip joint replacement. The advantages of this approach are indisputable. It is less blood loss during surgery, decreased pain, the ability to walk with a support on the operated joint the day after surgery.

I’m very interested in Dr. Song’s minimal invasive arthroplasty technique of knee joint. Awesome excellent knowledge of the biomechanics motion of the knee joint of the doctor, allows correctly orient the components of the endoprosthesis. The result is the maximum range of movement on the next day after surgery with minimal pain. In the training course by Dr. Song I got the answers to the question of how to get the maximum amount of knee flexion, and to avoid the effect of extrusion liner to the front as a result of the increased load on the posterior part.

Deserves respect a clear coordination of work of the team of Dr. Song, from the operating sisters and ending with marketing department.

I hope that many of the positive things which I have seen in Wellton Hospital will help me to improve work of my clinic in Russia in the future.

I understand that Dr. Song has done a very difficult and long way to achieve such a high level of joint replacement surgery. Many thanks to Dr. Song for sharing with me his invaluable knowledge and skills!

Farewell Dr. Chen Bing Peng from China

On July 9, 2015, Dr Chen Bing Peng, finished his International Fellowship program sponsored by Korean Health Industry Development Institute (KHIDI).  

He spent last 1 month in Korea and participated in various meetings and conferences with other surgeons and observed Orthopedic cases, outpatient consultation, daily rounds and rehabilitation programs at Wellton Hospital.  He was impressed with the most advanced surgical techniques and rehabilitation program for hip replacement & knee replacement.

Patient Experience (Knee Surgery)

A patient from Sakhalin has shared her experience at Wellton Hospital.

She had an arthroscopic surgery in May, 2014 and is now fully recovered.

(language: Russian, English subtitles will be added later)

She volunteered to join us at the information session to give her speech.
We were so glad to have her at the event.

Arthroscopic procedure & joint diseases

Arthroscopic Surgery / Wellton Hospital Korea

Arthroscopy is

(1)Achieves a high level of accuracy in diagnosis through high definition digital endoscope.

(2)A perfect alternative to conventional open surgical techniques, and causes considerably less tissue damage.

Arthroscopy

The arthroscope is a fiber-optic telescope, which is inserted into the joints (knee, shoulder or ankle) to evaluate and treat the conditions.  Most arthroscopic surgery is performed as day surgery with epidural  anesthesia.  The Arthroscopy is commonly performed for many sports injuries. 

Arthroscopy is useful for

 (1) torn floating cartilage (meniscus)

 (2) Torn surface (articular) cartilage

 (3) Removal of loose bodies and cysts.

 (4) Reconstruction of the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL)

 (5) Patello-femoral (knee cap) disorders

 (6) Washout of infected knees

 (7) General diagnostic purposes

Diagnosis

Standing weight-bearing view X-ray of the knee is usually required.

MRI scan is needed if the diagnosis is unclear.

Meniscal Cartilage Tears:

Following a twisting type of injury the medial (or lateral) meniscus can tear. This results either from a sporting injury or may occur from a simple twisting injury when getting out of a chair or standing from a squatting position. Our cartilages become a little brittle as we get older and therefore can tear a little easier. The symptoms of a torn cartilage include

•Pain over the torn area i.e. inner or outer side of the knee

•Knee swelling

•Reduced motion

•Locking if the cartilage gets caught between the femur a tibia

CARTILAGE TEARS

Once a meniscal cartilage has torn it will not heal unless it is a very small tear that is near the capsule of the joint. Once the cartilage has torn it predisposes the knee to develop osteoarthritis (wear and tear) in 15 to 20 years. It is better to remove torn pieces from the knee if the knee is symptomatic.

Torn cartilages in general continue to cause symptoms of discomfort, pain and swelling until the loose, ragged pieces are removed. Only the torn section is removed and the knee should recover and become symptom free. If the entire meniscus is removed, the knee will develop osteoarthritis in 15 to 20 years. It is standard to remove only the torn section of cartilage in the hope that this will delay the onset of long-term wear and tear osteoarthritis.

Occasionally, provided the knee is stable and the tear is a certain type of tear in a young patient (peripheral bucket handle tear), the meniscus may be suitable for repair. If repaired, one has to avoid sports for a minimum of three months.

Articular Cartilage (Surface) Injury:

If the surface cartilage is torn, this is most significant as a major shock-absorbing function is compromised. Large pieces of articular cartilage can float in the knee (sometimes with bone attached) and this causes locking of the joint and can cause further deterioration due to the loose bodies floating around the knee causing further wear and tear. Most surface cartilage wear will ultimately lead to osteoarthritis. Mechanical symptoms of pain and swelling due to cartilage peeling off can be helped with arthroscopic surgery. The surgery smoothes the edges of the surface cartilage and removes loose bodies.

Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries:

Rupture of the Anterior (rarely the posterior) Cruciate Ligament (ACL) is a common sporting injury. Once ruptured the ACL does not heal and usually causes knee instability and the inability to return to normal sporting activities. An ACL reconstruction is required and a new ligament is fashioned to replace the ruptured ligament. This procedure is performed using the arthroscope.

Bakers Cysts:

Bakers cysts or popliteal cysts are often found on clinical examination and ultrasound / MRI scan. The cyst is a fluid filled cavity behind the knee and in adults arises from a torn meniscus or worn articular cartilage in the knee. These cysts usually do not require removal as treating the cause (torn knee cartilage) will in most cases reduce the size of the cyst. Occasionally the cysts rupture and can cause calf pain. The cysts are not dangerous and do not require treatment if the knee is asymptomatic.

Medical Tourism Information Session in Sakhalin, Russia

On June 20, 2014, At Mega Palace Hotel, Sakhalin, Russia, Wellton Hospital joined the Medical Tourism Information Session in Sakhalin, Russia  held by Gangseo-gu.  Wellton Hospital and six other hospitals gave presentations on their unique strength and experience in serving international patients.  

Hospitals at Medical Tourism Information Session In Sakhalin, Russia

Wellton Hospital focuses mostly on Joint diseases.
And Wellton Hospital is well-known for hip replacement and knee replacement surgery.

Patient from Sakhalin

Inpatient process flow at Wellton Hospital

  Patient Inquiry - patient sends an inquiry with details

  Medical Data Collection - With initial inquiry, medical data such as X-ray or MRI required for more accurate diagnosis

  Treatment Plan & Cost Estimation - Upon receipt of all necessary information, appropriate treatment option, hospitalization period and cost estimation are determined

  Reply - Official consultation letter will be sent

  Decision Making - Patient makes a decision

  Set-up admission date - Flight is booked, and patient notifies the schedule to Wellton Hospital

  Arrival - Upon request, pick-up will be arranged

  Admission - Wellton staff will greet you and walk you through the entire admission process

  Pre-OP exam / Consultation - Run necessary lab test and get X-ray done / Doctor's consultation

  Surgery - same-day or next-day surgery

  Hospital Stay / Rehabilitation - normally 14 days, depending on a surgery / Rehabilitation and PT will start from Day 3

  Discharge - Necessary documents, prescribed drugs and patient education

  Follow-up - check after 1 month, 3 months and 6 months. / at 6 month, follow-up x-ray will be asked.

SHOULDER PAIN - Diseases & Conditions

ABOUT SHOULDER PAIN

(1) Rotator Cuff Tear

Description -  Rotator Cuff is a group of muscles surrounding the shoulder.  This muscle helps to lift and rotate the arm.  A tear in the rotator cuff may be partial or complete.  This condition can be caused by a fall on outstretched arm or may be caused by repetitive use, such as doing sports activities, lifting or overhead activities.  Should pain can be at rest or can be aggravated by heavy lifting, or even while lying on the affected side.  Some patients experience stiffness and pain on certain positions of the shoulder.

CAUSES - 

To learn more about Rotator Cuff Tear on Wikipedia

(2) Calcific Tendinitis

Description -

CAUSES - 

To learn more about Calcific Tendinitis on Wikipedia

(3) Impingement Syndrome 

Description -

CAUSES - 

To learn more about Impingement Syndrome on Wikipedia

TREATMENT AT WELLTON HOSPITAL

Total Knee Arthroplasty (Total Knee Replacement) and Total Hip Arthroplasty (Total Hip Replacement) at WELLTON HOSPITAL offers advantages including fast recovery, minimized blood loss, small scar and affordable cost.

Total Knee Arthroplasty (or Total Knee Replacement)
with Minimally Invasive Approach at Wellton Hospital

Total Hip Arthroplasty (or Total Hip Replacement)
with Minimally Invasive Approach at Wellton Hospital

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DISEASES AND ITS TREATMENT OPTION AT WELLTON HOSPITAL, PLEASE CONTACT US AT global@wellton.co.kr

WELLTON HOSPITAL

318 Gangseo-ro

Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Korea 137-280

Email. global@wellton.co.kr

Skype. welltonkorea

Diseases & Conditions - Knee Pain

ABOUT YOUR KNEE PAIN

(1) Osteoarthritis (OA)

Description -  Osteoarthritis (OA) also known as degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis is one of the most common form of joint diseases (arthritis) that affects millions of people around the world.  Osteoarthritis is caused by cartilage loss in a joint, and involves with symptoms like joint pain, stiffness, locking or tenderness.  Non-surgical treatment only slows the progression of disease and relieves the pain while Osteoarthritis develops gradually over the time.  Otherwise, surgical treatment such as artificial joint replacement surgery is the only option after all.

CAUSES - (1) congenital disorder of joints, (2) diabetes, (3) inflammatory diseases, (4) joint (or ligament) injury, (5) obesity, (6) septic arthritis


To learn more about Osteoarthritis on Wikipedia





(2) Rheumatoid Arthritis 

Description - Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a disease wherein the immune system attacks the body.  With Rheumatoid Arthritis, white blood cells attack the synovium (lining of the joints) causing joint inflammation and pain.  This inflammation causes destruction of the joint cartilage, and it causes pain while the joint is in motion.  This is a chronic disease where in the patient occasionally feels pain on his (or her) joints, but may progress gradually in terms of its intensity.  Joint Replacement is still superior treatment option in terms of pain relief and range of motion improvement.

CAUSES -

To learn more about Rheumatoid Arthritis on Wikipedia






(3) Meniscus Tear (Tear of Meniscus)

Description -

CAUSES -

To learn more about Meniscus Tear on Wikipedia

TREATMENT AT WELLTON HOSPITAL

Total Knee Arthroplasty (Total Knee Replacement) and Total Hip Arthroplasty (Total Hip Replacement) at WELLTON HOSPITAL offers advantages including fast recovery, minimized blood loss, small scar and affordable cost.

Total Knee Arthroplasty (or Total Knee Replacement)
with Minimally Invasive Approach at Wellton Hospital

Total Hip Arthroplasty (or Total Hip Replacement)
with Minimally Invasive Approach at Wellton Hospital

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DISEASES AND ITS TREATMENT OPTION AT WELLTON HOSPITAL, PLEASE CONTACT US AT global@wellton.co.kr

WELLTON HOSPITAL

318 Gangseo-ro

Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Korea 137-280

Email. global@wellton.co.kr

Skype. welltonkorea

WELLTON ORTHOPEDIC SPECIALTY CENTER

Welcome to WELLTON HOSPITAL

As a part of our effort to deliver quality patient care and medical service, WELLTON HOSPITAL has established four Orthopedic specialty centers and two other Orthopedic specialists.  Each center focuses on their individual specialties such as Joint Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgery, Shoulder Injuries and Sports Injuries to assist you throughout your care at WELLTON HOSPITAL.


Four Orthopedic Specialty Centers at WELLTON HOSPITAL:
(1) Joint Replacement Center
     Director: Sang-ho Song, MD, PhD
       Specialized in surgical services for treating conditions of hip and knee with leading-edge Minimally Invasive Surgical technique.  Our goal is to help each patient reclaim their active lifestyles regardless of age.
   


(2) Arthroscopy Center
     Director: Tae-yoon Kim, MD, PhD
      Offers benefits of optimal outcome with smaller scar and recovery time with minimally invasive surgical procedure.  Arthroscopy Center is dedicated to various joint problems such as ligaments , cartilage injuries of knee, shoulder, elbow and ankle.

(3) Shoulder Center
     Director: Hee-Soo Seo, MD, PhD
      Dedicated to the provision of expertise and patient-focused-care for a full range of disorders of the shoulder.   Shoulder Center provides the most advanced care for both routine and complex shoulder problems.

(4) Sports Medicine Center
     Director: Kyung-Mo Sohn, MD
      Specialized in treating athletic injuries, and dedicated to providing care  to in juries sustained at all levels of physical activity.   At our Sports Medicine Center, we offer the most  advanced and minimally invasive treatment options to get active individuals back 

   
Besides the four Orthopedic Specialty Centers, we have a special clinic for hand & foot:
    Hand and Foot Clinic
     Specialist: Seok-woo Ryu MD, PhD

Diseases & Conditions - Hip Pain

ABOUT YOUR HIP PAIN

(1) Osteoarthritis (OA)

Description -  Osteoarthritis (OA) also known as degenerative joint disease or degenerative arthritis is one of the most common form of joint diseases (arthritis) that affects millions of people around the world.  Osteoarthritis is caused by cartilage loss in a joint, and involves with symptoms like joint pain, stiffness, locking or tenderness.  Non-surgical treatment only slows the progression of disease and relieves the pain while Osteoarthritis develops gradually over the time.  Otherwise, surgical treatment such as artificial joint replacement surgery is the only option after all.

CAUSES - (1) congenital disorder of joints, (2) diabetes, (3) inflammatory diseases, (4) joint (or ligament) injury, (5) obesity, (6) septic arthritis


To learn more about Osteoarthritis on Wikipedia




(2) Avascular Necrosis (of femoral head)

Description - Avascular Necrosis is a disease associated with cellular death of bone due to interruption of blood supply.  Avascular Necrosis often leads to destruction of joint articular surfaces.

CAUSES - alcoholism, excessive steroid use

To learn more about Avascular Necrosis on Wikipedia






(3) Rheumatoid Arthritis 

Description - Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) is a disease wherein the immune system attacks the body.  With Rheumatoid Arthritis, white blood cells attack the synovium (lining of the joints) causing joint inflammation and pain.  This inflammation causes destruction of the joint cartilage, and it causes pain while the joint is in motion.  This is a chronic disease where in the patient occasionally feels pain on his (or her) joints, but may progress gradually in terms of its intensity.  Joint Replacement is still superior treatment option in terms of pain relief and range of motion improvement.

CAUSES -

To learn more about Rheumatoid Arthritis on Wikipedia






TREATMENT AT WELLTON HOSPITAL

Total Knee Arthroplasty (Total Knee Replacement) and Total Hip Arthroplasty (Total Hip Replacement) at WELLTON HOSPITAL offers advantages including fast recovery, minimized blood loss, small scar and affordable cost.

Total Knee Arthroplasty (or Total Knee Replacement)
with Minimally Invasive Approach at Wellton Hospital

Total Hip Arthroplasty (or Total Hip Replacement)
with Minimally Invasive Approach at Wellton Hospital

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT THE DISEASES AND ITS TREATMENT OPTION AT WELLTON HOSPITAL, PLEASE CONTACT US AT global@wellton.co.kr

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WELLTON HOSPITAL

318 Gangseo-ro

Gangseo-gu, Seoul, Korea 137-280

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Location

Wellton Hospital is located in the western part of Seoul, and has an easy access to Gimpo / Incheon International Airport.  

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