In 2015 I was lucky enough to be selected in a small group of osteopathy students who completed a four week placement in Mumbai, India. We were based in a hospital called, Sports Med, where we worked alongside orthopaedic surgeons, radiologists and physiotherapists.
The placement allowed us to follow the journey with the patient from their initial consultation with the surgeon, getting their scan results, having surgery and the follow up rehabilitation. It was a unique experience being in the operating room, watching the amazing surgeons perform the procedures.
The surgeries I was able to observe included:
- ACL and PCL reconstruction
- Meniscus repair
- Tibia Osteotomy
- Shoulder reconstruction
- Rotator cuff tendon repairs
- Shoulder labral tears
- Elbow tendon release
I learnt many valuable skills in which I have been able to use in my own clinic. If you would like to know more about my experience, please feel free to ask during your appointment.