Dumaguete Orthopedic Clinic

22/10/2025

In 2008, a young patient underwent life-saving surgery to fix a femur fracture using a Küntscher (K) nail.
Years later, they returned with persistent knee pain caused by that same implant.

Yesterday, we successfully removed the intramedullary nail — once their ally in healing, now a source of pain.
Today, the patient stood up with minimal discomfort and is ready for discharge.
A fresh start, pain-free, and ready to walk strong again.









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19/10/2025

Total Knee Replacement: Not About Age, But Quality of Life

Total knee replacement can be done at almost any age. The main goal is to relieve pain and restore function — not just to treat the X-ray. Age is not the deciding factor. The decision depends on pain, disability, and how much arthritis affects your daily life.

Key Points:
• Individual assessment: Each case is different. Your surgeon will assess pain, function, and overall health before recommending surgery.
• Age is not a barrier: Many patients aged 50–80 do very well, but even younger or older adults can benefit when the condition is severe.
• Health and recovery: You must be fit for major surgery and ready to commit to post-operative rehab — this is where recovery happens.
• Improved quality of life: Surgery reduces pain, corrects deformity, and allows you to walk, climb stairs, and return to normal activity.
• Durability: Modern implants often last 20 years or more. Younger patients may still need a revision later in life, but that’s uncommon with proper care.

What to talk about with your doctor:
• How severe your knee arthritis is and how it limits you.
• Your overall health and medical history.
• Recovery time and what rehab involves.
• The real risks and benefits of surgery.
• The type and expected lifespan of the implant.

Bottom line:
Total knee replacement is about restoring movement and comfort — not about age. The goal is to help you live without pain and move with confidence again.

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19/10/2025

Postoperative Day 1 —
Bilateral Total Knee Replacement

Just one day after surgery, our patient is already standing on both legs with minimal pain. Deformity of the knee was corrected too.
Both knees were replaced using the MicroPort Evolution Medial-Pivot system, designed to restore natural movement and stability.

From years of pain and deformity to standing tall again — this is the power of modern joint replacement.

18/10/2025

Bilateral Total Knee Replacement
Performed using the Evo Medial Pivot (MP) System from MicroPort Orthopedics.

Postoperative X-rays show excellent component placement and normal mechanical alignment — both knees restored to their natural, balanced axis.

The Evo Medial Pivot design mimics natural knee motion: a stable medial compartment serves as the pivot point while the lateral side allows smooth rollback during flexion. This provides patients with a knee that feels stable, natural, and confident with every movement.

✅ Normal mechanical alignment
✅ Stable fixation
✅ Natural kinematics and function

18/10/2025

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18/10/2025

Before surgery, this 70/F could barely walk. Severe varus deformity, excruciating pain, stairs were a challenge, and long distances were impossible. But she chose the best.

The MicroPort Evolution Medial-Pivot knee system, known for its natural feel, restored her stability and freedom. Now, thanks to this advanced implant, she’s stepping into a life of comfort and confidence again. The future of knee replacement is here, and she’s living it!

14/10/2025

10/10/2025

Big shout out to my new rising fans!

Marcela Barandog, Roberto Gemira

07/10/2025

🦴 24 Hours After MIS Hip Surgery

Standing. Smiling. Minimal pain. Ready to go home.

This patient underwent Minimally Invasive Hip (MIS) Surgery just yesterday.
Within 24 hours, he was already:
✅ Standing confidently
✅ Experiencing only mild discomfort
✅ In excellent spirits — and eager to be discharged the next day

This is the beauty of MIS Hip Surgery:
👉 Faster recovery
👉 Immediate ambulation
👉 Minimal downtime
👉 Happier, more mobile patients

05/10/2025

🦵 ACL Reconstruction: Early Surgery + Immediate Rehab = Fast Recovery 💪

Just 24 hours after undergoing arthroscopic ACL reconstruction using hamstring graft, our patient is already:
✅ Standing with full weight-bearing
✅ Starting range-of-motion exercises to the maximum tolerated level
✅ Beginning functional recovery with confidence

Early surgery allows us to control swelling quickly, minimize stiffness, and protect the knee from secondary injuries.
Meanwhile, prompt and structured rehabilitation restores quadriceps strength, encourages joint nutrition, and promotes faster return to walking and daily activity.

⏱️ The key is timing.
Early intervention + guided rehab = stronger recovery, fewer complications, and earlier return to sports.