My mom is 56 and has really bad knee pain. Most doctors are saying she needs a knee replacement, but a few suggested trying viscous supplement injections first. What are the pros and cons of these injections? Also, would her medical insurance cover the cost of the injections? She doesn't have any other health issues.

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Which ACL surgery is better keyhole surgery or the internal fiber tape bracing? I'm really confused about the benefits of each and which one might be the right choice for me. Can you explain the pros and cons of both options?

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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I'm a 19-year-old guy with scoliosis and a 28.3 degree curve on the right side should I consider surgery or can exercises help correct it naturally

ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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Can a palsy patient with a badly fractured leg be treated with surgery or is it too risky

Surgery depends on clot risk and general health; consult ortho and neuro to assess surgical fitness with palsy.

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