Dr. Ram Kumar Rao

29/11/2025

The OrthoInsider series:

Are steroid injections the “magic fix” for knee pain? 🤔💉
Not so fast.

Steroid (corticosteroid) injections can help reduce inflammation FAST — but only for short-term relief. Research shows the effect usually lasts weeks to a few months, not long-term. And repeated injections may even worsen cartilage damage over time. ⚠️

Unfortunately, many people are being offered steroid shots for ALL types of knee pain, even when they’re not appropriate.
👉 Steroids are NOT a cure for osteoarthritis.
👉 Steroids are NOT meant to be repeated frequently.
👉 Steroids are NOT for everyone.
👉 Repeated use of steroids may lead to Cushing's syndrome, weight gain, and uncontrolled blood sugar levels.

Better long-term options include:
• Weight loss & strengthening exercises 💪
• Physiotherapy
• Bracing
• Hyaluronic acid, PRP, or other regenerative options
• Surgical correction (if needed)

Your knees deserve more than quick fixes.
📍 Visit me at Columbia Asia Hospital Puchong
📲 WhatsApp: +6017 357 5077
Let’s find the right treatment for you.

21/11/2025

Sakit belakang? 🤕 Ramai kata itu “slip disc” — tapi betul ke? 🦴

Dalam video ini, saya bongkar mitos vs fakta tentang slip disc:

❌ Semua slip disc perlu pembedahan? Salah!

✅ Kebanyakannya boleh pulih dengan rehat, fisio & gaya hidup sihat.

❌ Senaman bahaya untuk slip disc? Tidak!
✅ Senaman yang betul boleh kuatkan tulang belakang.

⚡ Dan slip disc bukan bermakna lumpuh seumur hidup!

💬 Ada soalan tentang sakit belakang? Tulis di komen 👇
📍 Jumpa saya di Columbia Asia Hospital Puchong
📲 WhatsApp: +6017 357 5077

14/11/2025

The Ortho Insider Series

Back pain? 🤕 Everyone says it’s a “slipped disc” — but is that really true? 🦴

Low back pain can stem from various causes, with a slipped disc being the most common among young individuals.

In this video, I bust the most common myths vs facts about slipped discs:

❌ Every slipped disc needs surgery? Wrong!
✅ Most can be treated with rest, physio & lifestyle changes.

❌ Exercise makes it worse? Wrong again!
✅ Proper exercises actually strengthen your back.

❌ Slipped Disc means permanent Disability?
⚡ And no — a slipped disc doesn’t mean permanent disability!

💬 Got questions about back pain? Drop them in the comments 👇
📍 Come see me at Columbia Asia Hospital Puchong
📲 Or WhatsApp: +6017 357 5077


Columbia Asia Hospital Puchong

31/10/2025

The OrthoInsider Series!

Robot or Surgeon? The Truth About Knee Replacements 🤖🦵

Thinking about knee replacement? 🤖🦵 Many patients are now asking whether robotic knee surgery is really better than the conventional method.

Here’s what you need to know:
✅ Robotic surgery offers higher precision, less soft-tissue damage & potentially faster recovery.

✅ BUT — long-term studies on robotic outcomes are still limited.

✅ And, the surgeon is in control of the Robotic arm at all times during the surgery. The robot never performs the surgery by itself.
The robotic arm is designed to assist your surgeon in performing a more accurate surgery.

✅ Conventional knee replacement has a very high long-term success rate based on decades of evidence.

✅ The best option depends on your knee condition, alignment & activity goals — not just the technology

Your surgeon’s skill still matters more than the machine behind him 🎯

📍 For consultation, visit me at Columbia Asia Hospital Puchong
📲 WhatsApp: +6017 357 5077

# thebonedrram

25/10/2025

📍 “University of Thessaly meets North America Universities”

Honoured to attend this academic exchange connecting University of Thessaly with leading North American institutions, featuring world-class orthopaedic leaders including Prof. Mohit Bhandari and Prof. Nicholas Colyvas.

Prof. Bhandari’s (Editor in Chief of JBJS) talk on human creativity and the future of journals was especially thought-provoking — a reminder that science is evolving not only in the OR but also in how we generate and share knowledge.

Over dinner, I had a long and candid conversation with Prof. Colyvas — and interestingly, many of the challenges we face in Malaysia are the same in the US: TPAs, insurance constraints, medicolegal pressures, and even misleading promises & advertising on social media. The problems are global, not local.

Such meetings reinforce one thing — we are more alike than different, and collaboration is the way forward.

Special thanks to Professors Hantes and Professor Karachailos for organizing this wonderful meet and greet.

24/10/2025

The Ortho Insider Series:

Pembedahan Lutut: Robotik vs Konvensional – Mana Lebih Baik?

Tengah pertimbangkan pembedahan lutut? 🤖🦵 Ramai pesakit kini tanya — robotik lebih baik ke berbanding konvensional?

Apa yang penting untuk difahami:
✅ Pembedahan robotik lebih tepat, kurang kerosakan tisu & pemulihan mungkin lebih cepat
✅ TETAPI — data jangka panjang tentang keberkesanannya masih belum mencukupi
✅ Pembedahan lutut konvensional telah terbukti sangat berjaya dalam jangka masa panjang berdasarkan kajian bertahun-tahun
✅ Pilihan terbaik bergantung pada keadaan lutut & matlamat pesakit — bukan teknologi semata-mata

Kemahiran pakar bedah tetap faktor paling utama 🎯

📍 Jumpa saya di Columbia Asia Hospital Puchong
📲 WhatsApp: +6017 357 5077

19/10/2025

🪔 Happy Deepavali!

May the light of this festival remove every darkness from your life and fill your days with health, peace, and prosperity. Wishing you and your family a bright, blessed, and beautiful Deepavali. ✨

08/10/2025

Are your bones getting weaker without you realizing it?​

Osteoporosis is a silent condition that weakens your bones, making them fragile and more likely to fracture — often without symptoms until it’s too late.​

💪 The good news? With early screening and healthy lifestyle changes, you can protect your bone health and stay active for years to come.​

For concerns regarding your bone health, consult our Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ram Kumar Rao, or speak to any of our orthopedic specialists today.​

For enquiries or to book an appointment, please contact:​
Tel: +603-8064 8688 ext. 8608/8609​
Email: customercare.puchong@columbiaasia.com​

08/10/2025

Osteoporosis

Are your bones getting weaker without you realizing it?​

Osteoporosis is a silent condition that weakens your bones, making them fragile and more likely to fracture — often without symptoms until it’s too late.​

💪 The good news? With early screening and healthy lifestyle changes, you can protect your bone health and stay active for years to come.​

For concerns regarding your bone health, consult our Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon, Dr. Ram Kumar Rao, or speak to any of our orthopedic specialists today.​

For enquiries or to book an appointment, please contact:​
Tel: +603-8064 8688 ext. 8608/8609​
Email: customercare.puchong@columbiaasia.com​

27/09/2025

Honored to be invited to speak for Malaysian Students surgical Society on Arthritis.

24/09/2025

Luka kecil di kaki boleh ubah hidup anda 😱!

Ulser kaki diabetik adalah senyap tapi berbahaya — disebabkan oleh kerosakan saraf dan saluran darah akibat diabetes.

Selalunya pesakit tak rasa sakit sehingga terlambat ⚠️.

Jika tidak dirawat, ia boleh jadi jangkitan, gangren, dan akhirnya amputasi.

👉 Tahukah anda? Di Malaysia, lebih 4,000 amputasi dilakukan setiap tahun akibat diabetes — iaitu lebih 300 setiap bulan!

Bagaimana kita boleh mencegah ini daripada berlaku?

✅ Periksa kaki setiap hari
✅ Pakai kasut yang sesuai 👟
✅ Kawal gula darah 💉
✅ Jumpa doktor jika ada luka, bengkak, atau tanda hitam

💬 Jangan tunggu sampai terlambat. Jaga kaki anda, lindungi masa depan anda!

📍 Jumpa saya di Columbia Asia Hospital Puchong
📲 WhatsApp: +6017 357 5077