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BIOGRAPHY

Conditions treated by Dr Chatchaphol Thanarak

Dr. Chatchaphol Thanarak treats a number of conditions some of whom are mentioned here for your perusal.:

  • Ankle Injury or Trauma
  • Ankle Arthritis
  • Knee Pain
  • Shoulder Injury
  • Meniscus Tear
  • Shoulder Pain
  • Shoulder Arthritis
  • Torn Rotator Cuff
  • Ankle Fracture
  • Torn Anterior Cruciate Ligament
  • Shoulder Inflammation
  • Knee Injury

The illness and injuries of musculoskeletal system of the body which is related to sports activities are managed by sports medicine specialists through both surgical and non surgical methods. Therapy or non operative process as the solution is the primary focus of the doctors in these conditions. It is natural for the doctor to either refer you to an orthopedic or sports surgeon or to an occupational or physical therapist.

Signs and symptoms a Sports Medicine Specialist like Dr Chatchaphol Thanarak will look into

Please find listed below sports injuries or conditions related signs or symptoms:

  • Exercise-induced asthma
  • Fracture
  • Tendonitis
  • Concussion
  • Heat illness
  • Eating disorder
  • Knee and shoulder injury
  • Cartilage injury
  • Ankle sprain

Please immediately approach your doctor incase of a health condition which is linked to your involvement in sports. Common early indicators of the need for an intervention from a sports medicine specialist is pain, swelling and loss of movement. Acute injuries and overuse injuries are very prevalent in sportspersons and you need the doctors intervention incase you are suffering due to any of them.

Operating Hours of Dr Chatchaphol Thanarak

The doctor operates from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Saturday. The time mentioned here is simply the time during which the procedure is done and excludes the recuperation and rehabilitation stay.

Popular Procedures performed by Dr Chatchaphol Thanarak

We have listed here for you the several kinds of procedures that Dr. Chatchaphol Thanarak performs.

  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
  • Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff
  • Knee Arthroscopy

Restoring the joint function or improving it to the maximum efficiency possible as well as lowering the pain are the two goals of the procedures done under this sub specialty. The doctor may need to replace the musculoskeletal part of the body or even repairing it could be the best solution. Post the procedure, it is equally important for you to get back to normal life seamlessly and the best implemented rehabilitation process helps with that.

Qualification

  • Medical Doctor, Faculty of Medicine, Chiangmai University, 2007

Past Experiences

  • Currently working at Vejthani Hospital (Bangkok)
  • Global Team of Board Certified Surgeons and Medical Specialists
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CERTIFICATIONS (2)

  • Diploma Thai Board of Orthopaedics, Ramathibodi Hospital Mahidol University, 2014
  • Diploma Thai Board of Sports Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital Mahidol University, 2015

MEMBERSHIPS (1)

  • Thai Orthopedic Society for Sports Medicine

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PROCEDURES

  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Reconstruction
  • Knee Arthroscopy
  • Meniscus Repair
  • Shoulder Arthroscopy
  • Shoulder Tendon Repair-Rotator Cuff

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What area of specialization does Dr. Chatchaphol Thanarak have?
Dr. Chatchaphol Thanarak is a specialized Sports Medicine Specialist and is one of the most sought after doctors in Bangkok, Thailand.
Does Dr. Chatchaphol Thanarak offer Telemedicine Consultation through Medigence?
No, this doctor does not offer telemedicine via MediGence
How many years of experience does Dr. Chatchaphol Thanarak have?
Dr. Chatchaphol Thanarak is one of the most sought after specialists in Thailand and has over 18 Years years of experience.

FAQ's Related to Sports Medicine Specialist

What does a sports medicine specialist do?

People engaged in fitness activities, children and teens who are into sports and professional sportspersons, all of them consult sports medicine specialists. Whether it is treatment, prevention or management of sports injuries or conditions, this is the doctor you must go to. Also, incase you are in recovery from a sports injury, the doctor will provide you with medications for reducing pain, swelling, splints or supports, healing treatments and varied exercises.

What are the tests required before and during consultation for sports medicine specialist?

We have outlined below the various tests needed prior to and during consultation with a sports medicine specialist.

  • Ultrasound
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
  • Computed Tomography (CT) Scans

The tests give the right picture about the overall health conditions of the patient and their preparedness for treatment. As to how the treatment process has helped the patient recover becomes clearer especially with the orthopedic tests done. The muscle balance and strength i.e. tests which define the range of motion and cardiological tests are equally if not important..

When should you go to see a sports medicine specialist?

You must go to see a sports medicine specialist under the following circumstances.

  1. Acute sports injury
  2. Chronic sports injury
  3. Referral needed for an orthopedic surgeon
  4. Recovery from a sports injury
  5. Preventing a sports injury

Your decision about the doctor is strengthened with strong positive reviews from other patients and referrals from fellow doctors. Whether the injury is sudden (acute) or chronic, has developed with stressors over a time period, sports medicine specialist treats you and helps you recover in both cases. The doctor holds your hand through the recovery process so if you are struggling to get back to your everyday life then too a visit becomes necessary.