Dr. Ilavarasu Tamilmani

Qualification and Experience

Dr. Ilavarasu Tamilmani is a reputed professional in the field of Orthopedic Surgery. He graduated from Thanjavur Medical College, India. He received his D. Ortho. from Christian Medical College, Vellore, India and DNB (Ortho.) from Amrita Institute of Medical Sciences, Cochin, India. Moreover, he has completed Subspecialty training in Arthroplasty and Arthroscopic Management of Sports Injuries from The Division of Adult Reconstruction and Sports Injuries, LHRC, Cochin, India. He is also the holder of SICOT fellowship – Knee and Hip Arthroplasty, Fondazione IRCCS Policlinico SAN MATTEO, ITALY. He has been employed as the Division of Adult Reconstruction and Sports Injuries at Lakeshore Hospital and Research Centre, Cochin, India and as an Associate Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon in Global Hospital and Health City, Chennai, India. Currently, he is practising at the Universal Hospital.

Contribution to Medical Science

Dr. Tamilmani is a member of the prestigious Indian Orthopedic Association, Indian Arthroscopy Association, Associate member of SICOT. Furthermore, he was awarded the Dr. A J Selvapandian Gold Medal for best PG (D. Ortho.), CMC, Vellore, India. His main areas of interest include Primary and Revision Hip and Knee replacement, Arthroscopic management of the knee, ankle, elbow, and shoulder pathologies. He has also given a number of presentations including a presentation on “Early results of Autologous Chondrocyte Implantation for Cartilage injuries of the knee” and “Pediatric Desmoid Tumors of Extremities: A Retrospective Analysis”.

Conditions Treated by Dr Ilavarasu Tamilmani

Dr. Ilavarasu Tamilmani treats a long list of conditions such as:

• Hip Osteoarthritis
• Injury or Fracture of the Hip Joint
• Torn Rotator Cuff
• Erb's Palsy
• Ankle Injury or Trauma
• Shoulder Arthritis
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Deformed Knees
• Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
• Knee Injury
• Bone Tumor in the Hip Joint
• Knee Osteoarthritis
• Brachial Plexus Rupture
• Rheumatoid Arthritis
• Avascular Necrosis of Hip Joint
• Hip Fracture or Hip Dysplasia
• Meniscus Tear
• Major Fractures
• Shoulder Pain
• Ankle Fracture
• Ankle Arthritis
• Brachial Plexus Avulsion
• Knee Pain
• Shoulder Injury
• Shoulder Inflammation
• Brachial Plexus Injuries - Brachial Plexus Injury At Bith
• Osteonecrosis
• Osteoarthritis (Most Common)

It is for the issues or injuries in the musculoskeletal system for which patients consult this doctor. Bones, ligaments, joints or tendons related conditions or injuries are specialised in by the doctor. The qualifications and credentials such as experience and skill of the surgeon become immensely important as does their ability to learn and apply constantly the newfound knowledge.

Signs and Symptoms treatable by Dr Ilavarasu Tamilmani

Here is the long list of symptoms and signs in a person with orthopedic condition or injury.:

• Ligaments
• Bones problem
• Tendons
• Muscles that are so essential to movement and everyday life
• Joints problem

It is quite common to have multiple symptoms in a patient suffering from an orthopedic or musculoskeletal condition or issue. Pain in the joints and muscles and swelling are an indication that you must consult an orthopedic surgeon at the earliest. In the affected area of the body, the range of motion could get restricted and that is usually a significant indicator of a musculoskeletal issue.

Operating Hours of Dr Ilavarasu Tamilmani

With Sunday being an off day, Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 4 pm are the operating hours of the doctor. It is only a skillful and efficient doctor that is able to do these procedures very well.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Ilavarasu Tamilmani

There are several popular procedures performed by Dr. Ilavarasu Tamilmani such as:

• Shoulder Replacement
• Knee Arthroscopy
• Ankle Fusion Surgery
• Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
• Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff
• Meniscus Repair
• Total Knee Replacement B/L
• Shoulder Arthroscopy
• Hip Resurfacing Surgery
• Total Hip Replacement B/L
• Carpal Tunnel Release

An orthopedic surgeon is someone who helps patients with conditions such as dislocated joints, back pain or arthritis get healthier. Degenerative conditions or acute orthopedic conditions or chronic issues all constitute the different types of musculoskeletal conditions patients may be affected with. The surgeons can sub specialise in specific areas of the body considering the wide application in the specialty.