Dr.Gawai's Sports Medicine Clinic

03/09/2025

Honored to be part of the B.E.S.T Advanced Knee Cadaver Workshop at Aspetar Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Hospital, Doha 🇶🇦

📅 12–13 September 2025
Together with Dr. Emmanuel Papakostas, I’ll be conducting sessions and hands-on wet labs on advanced meniscal repair, ligament reconstruction, PCL & MPFL techniques, and cartilage repair.

Looking forward to sharing knowledge, discussing new techniques, and learning with peers from across the world. 🌍

17/08/2025

🔍 Exclusive Facts About Hip Arthroscopy

Hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgery that has transformed the way we treat hip pain and preserve natural joints. Here are 10 facts you probably didn’t know 👇

🧠 Once thought impossible, it became routine only in the last two decades.
🔬 It’s a highly skilled surgery – only a few trained experts perform it well.
🌀 Your leg is placed in gentle traction to access the hip joint.
🕒 Early hip pain symptoms can be vague, leading to delayed diagnosis.
💡 Treating conditions like FAI (Femoroacetabular Impingement) early can prevent arthritis.
🦠 Advanced techniques + biologics (PRP, stem cells) can even help regrow cartilage.
🔄 Surgeons now repair the labrum instead of removing it – preserving joint stability.
🛏️ Rehab and physiotherapy are as important as surgery for full recovery.
🎯 Every hip is unique – 3D imaging makes surgery personalized.
👨‍⚕️ Done right, hip arthroscopy can be life-changing, restoring movement and reducing pain.

✨ If persistent hip pain is stopping you from living freely, ask your orthopedic specialist if hip arthroscopy is right for you.

05/08/2025

These 7 mistakes are quietly holding back your ACL recovery… 😬

I’ve been through it and I see others making these same errors that slow healing, delay progress, and kill confidence.

Let’s fix that

1️⃣ Doing the bare minimum from your physio
They give you 3 sets of 10… but recovery requires volume. If you can do more without pain, do more. That’s how you rebuild.

2️⃣ Neglecting quad activation
Quad strength is crucial post-surgery. If you’re not doing tenses daily from week 1, you’re delaying your return to normal movement.

3️⃣ Not tracking your progress
If you’re not tracking daily / weekly wins, you’ll never know if you’re improving and motivation drops fast.

4️⃣ Training both legs the same
The recovering leg needs more attention, more volume, and more intensity to catch up. Don’t let your good leg overcompensate. Rebuild both legs💪

5️⃣ Skipping the basics too soon
Hamstring bridges, leg raises, TKEs… they build the base. Don’t ditch them early for heavy lifts.

6️⃣ Not prioritising sleep and nutrition
ACL recovery is a full body rebuild. If you’re not sleeping enough and fuelling properly, your tissue isn’t healing the way it should.

7️⃣ Thinking time = recovery
Time helps, but training smart matters more. I know people 1 and 2 years post op still struggling because they didn’t stay consistent.

Put 100% into your recovery 💪

How far into your recovery are you?

26/07/2025

Honoured to be featured in 46th anniversary edition! 🗞️✨

My blog, “Advances in Orthopaedics: Transforming Care, Performance, and Recovery,” was featured in this special issue — highlighting how cutting-edge innovations are changing the way we treat joint conditions and help patients return to peak mobility faster than ever.

From joint preservation techniques and arthroscopic surgery to orthobiologics and robotic joint replacements — orthopaedics today is not just about treatment, but about empowering recovery and enhancing performance.

Thank you Mid-Day for recognizing the importance of this evolving field, and for featuring this contribution in such a milestone edition.

24/07/2025

Your wallet isn’t just hurting your finances… it might be hurting your back too! 👀 Ditch the back pocket bulge.

19/07/2025

14/07/2025

🏏⚽🏸 Playing your favourite sport? Know the injuries that could sideline you!

Every sport puts unique stress on your body — but with the right knowledge, you can prevent long-term damage. 💡

📩 Experiencing pain or discomfort while playing? Don’t ignore it. Book your expert consultation today!

📍Available at Nanavati, Upasani Hospital & Santacruz Clinic.

30/06/2025

Are fears holding you back from the surgery you need? You’re not alone — and your concerns are valid. Swipe through to see how modern medicine addresses these common worries.
👉 Early treatment can mean easier recovery and better outcomes.
📲 DM us or call 87677 70707 for a consult.

17/06/2025

🏥 Shoulder to shoulder with the best – sharing global expertise, advancing patient care.

05/06/2025

Delaying treatment doesn’t just prolong pain—it reduces your options.
Whether it’s knee pain, hip issues, or joint stiffness, early intervention can make all the difference.

✅ Non-surgical options
✅ Better outcomes
✅ Lower costs
✅ Faster recovery

Your body keeps the score—and it adds interest when you ignore it too long.

Don’t wait until it’s too late.
📍Book your consultation today.

29/05/2025

When the ortho meets the icon

08/05/2025

Happy New Year to all 🥳