Traumatology and Orthopedics
Movement is the essence of life. When joints ache or a fracture fails to heal, even the simplest actions—raising an arm, taking a step, or walking down stairs—turn into a challenge. Mechnikov Hospital features an Orthopedics and Traumatology Center dedicated to restoring patients' ability to move without pain. It is a place where scientific expertise meets modern technology, and our doctors' experience gives people a second chance at an unrestricted life every day.
The Center's surgeons have decades of practical experience and actively participate in international conferences and training programs. They work as a cohesive team where each specialist is responsible for their specific stage—from diagnosis to rehabilitation. This multidisciplinary approach minimizes risks and ensures predictable outcomes.
All operating rooms are equipped with the latest generation of arthroscopic systems, digital X-ray units, and navigation tools, enabling procedures to be performed with millimeter precision. This is particularly crucial for joint replacements and reconstructive surgeries.
We utilize gentle pain management techniques that minimize risks, even for elderly patients. Our team of anesthesiologists monitors the patient's condition throughout every stage of the surgery.
The postoperative stay is organized to provide maximum comfort, featuring single and double rooms, superior suite wards, round-the-clock care, and a welcoming atmosphere. Patients are never left alone with their fears or pain—a dedicated team of medical professionals is always by their side.
The recovery process begins within the first 24 hours after surgery under the supervision of rehabilitation specialists. Physical therapy exercises, massage, and individualized load management help patients return to an active lifestyle more quickly. This approach significantly reduces the risk of complications and increases the longevity of implants.
Every year, the Orthopedics and Traumatology Center at Mechnikov Hospital performs over 3,000 surgical interventions. Patients seek our help for acute injuries of bones, soft tissues, and joints, long-term complications from previous injuries, arthrosis, congenital or acquired deformities of bones and joints, as well as benign and malignant musculoskeletal tumors—often when other methods have proven ineffective. Each case is evaluated on an individual basis; a multidisciplinary medical board determines the optimal treatment strategy, taking into account the patient's age, comorbidities, and personal expectations.
This involves replacing a damaged joint with an artificial implant designed to restore its full function. Mechnikov Hospital performs arthroplasty of the hip, knee, shoulder, and elbow joints, including complex cases involving severe deformities, osteoporosis, and dysplastic changes.
We utilize advanced cementless systems from both domestic manufacturers (next-generation ORTEN modular endoprostheses) and leading global brands such as ZIMMER, STRYKER, BIOMET, NEXGEN, and Howmedica Osteonics. Cementless fixation allows the implant to "grow into" the bone, ensuring long-lasting results and natural movement. Just a few days post-surgery, patients begin walking with support, and soon after, independently.
Minimally invasive techniques allow surgeries to be performed through a few small punctures rather than large incisions. This reduces pain, accelerates the healing process, and leaves minimal scarring. Arthroscopy is used to treat injuries of the knee, shoulder, and ankle joints, as well as cruciate ligament tears, synovitis, and foot deformities.
During the procedure, the surgeon views a highly magnified image of the joint's interior on a monitor, enabling them to operate with meticulous precision. Such surgeries are performed on an outpatient basis or require only a short hospital stay.
For fractures or complex trauma sequelae, we employ osteosynthesis—the fixation of bone fragments using metal plates, rods, or screws. The hospital performs both extramedullary (plate) and locked intramedullary osteosynthesis, which ensures reliable stabilization and rapid bone fusion. This approach allows for earlier rehabilitation, eliminates the need for plaster casts, and restores limb function within just a few weeks.
The Orthopedics and Traumatology Center performs multi-stage procedures to repair bone defects, correct congenital and acquired deformities of bones and limbs, treat non-union fractures, or perform corrective osteotomy for malunions. Following reconstruction, proper biomechanics, alignment, and functionality are restored, while pain and fatigue subside within the first few weeks after surgery. Each case is unique, and the treatment approach factors in the duration and severity of the injury, its specific characteristics, and the patient's anticipated outcomes.
Expert Opinion
"Modern orthopedics is not just about metal and implants. It is about the philosophy of movement and the desire to help a person regain their independence. We treat not only the bone or the joint, but the whole person—their pain, fears, and life plans. And when a patient takes their first step after surgery, it is the greatest reward for our team," notes a traumatologist at the Center.
Advanced Pain Management Techniques
All surgical procedures are performed using high-tech anesthesia methods: spinal anesthesia, laryngeal mask airway, or Patient-Controlled Analgesia (PCA) systems, which allow the patient to regulate their own dose of pain medication during the postoperative period. This ensures maximum comfort and pain control without the risk of an overdose. Patients recover faster and do not experience the nausea or other unpleasant side effects typically associated with older types of general anesthesia.
State-of-the-Art Diagnostics and Preoperative Preparation
A comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is conducted prior to any intervention, including X-rays, computed tomography (CT),magnetic resonance imaging (MRI),and densitometry (bone density assessment). Mechnikov Hospital also offers consultations with allied specialists and specific diagnostic tests (angiography, radionuclide imaging, and a wide range of laboratory tests). This allows physicians to thoroughly assess the condition of bones and joints, accurately plan the surgical approach and implant sizes, and minimize the risk of complications.
Every day, the Orthopedics and Traumatology Center at Mechnikov Hospital restores hundreds of stories—stories of people who can once again walk, work, and embrace their loved ones without pain. If you are experiencing limited mobility, joint pain, or the lingering effects of an old injury, do not delay your treatment. Consult our specialists, who know how to give you back your freedom of movement and joy of life!