Knee Surgeon West Melbourne
Relieve Pain. Restore Stability. Relive Life.
Is your knee constantly sore? Can’t move it like you used to, or feeling unsteady on your feet?
No matter what age you are, knees are the most common part of your body to be injured. Australia has the highest reported rates of anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injuries in the world. This has risen by over a staggering 70% in the last 20 years for those under the age of 25. Chances are that sometime in your life, you’ll need the help of a knee surgeon.
Whatever treatment of your knee you need — from a knee arthroscopy to a knee replacement, or other complex ligament surgery — Mr Vishal Pai will assess and manage your knee problem in the West Melbourne area.
Orthopaedic Surgeon West Melbourne
Evidence-based knee surgery
Specialising in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction for both adults and children, partial knee replacement surgery and all other sports knee injuries, Mr Vishal Pai makes a special point of ensuring his patients have all the information and care they need.
At the forefront of the field in terms of research and practice, Mr Pai is uniquely qualified to provide you with quality knee surgery and outstanding patient care to ensure that you have a speedy and complete recovery.
Life’s best moments are spent on your feet. If a knee injury is slowing you down, Mr Pai will help to get you moving again.
Consulting locations
Need knee surgery in the West Melbourne area? Call (03) 8657 0595 or send us a message. We’ll arrange a priority appointment for you with Mr Pai at Holmesglen Private Hospital, one of our three convenient hospital locations in Melbourne.
Sports injuries West Melbourne
Hurt your knee while playing sports? You’re not the only one. Around 5.2 million Australians receive a sports-related injury every single year – mostly in the knee – and the number is only rising.
Specialising in sports medicine for the knee, Mr Pai has treated numerous patients with sport injuries in West Melbourne and across the city of Melbourne. He is able to guide you through the treatment and recovery process, giving you valuable practical advice that will have you back on your feet faster.
Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) treatment West Melbourne
An ACL injury is one of the most common types of knee injury and it can hinder you from playing sport to your true potential. A knee specialist can perform ACL surgery that restores the stability of your knee.
ACL surgery for children is particularly difficult, as special care must be taken to minimise damage to their growth plates. The surgical considerations for children are far more complex than ACL surgery for adults.
After completing training in paediatric orthopaedics at Shriners Hospital for Children in Portland, USA, Mr Pai has developed the skills and the expertise to operate on children with an ACL tear.
Treatment begins with the help of an experienced physiotherapist. In the early stages, it’s important to reduce the swelling and restore the motion in your knee. As surgery isn’t appropriate for every patient, Mr Pai will advise you on the various management options you have that best suit your injury and aspirations.
If you require ACL surgery, Mr Pai is committed to being involved in all phases of your treatment journey. He prides himself on his communication, and will liaise closely with all members of your healthcare team – before and after your ACL surgery – to ensure you are progressing appropriately through your rehabilitation process.
Knee Replacement Surgery West Melbourne
1 in 11 Australians will suffer from osteoarthritis and it is the leading cause of pain and disability in the elderly. The knee pain from osteoarthritis can significantly affect your function and movement within the knee. A knee replacement surgery is an effective treatment to relieve knee pain from osteoarthritis. Approximately 20,000 knee replacements are being performed each year in Australia. If you have disabling osteoarthritis, a specialist assessment should be obtained to review all your options.
Mr Pai regularly performs partial knee replacements as well as total knee replacements and is happy to assess your suitability for this. He has received training to perform robotic knee surgery to ensure the components in your knee are placed accurately and last a long time. With his surgical and anaesthetic team, Mr Pai will ensure you are comfortable during and after your knee surgery so you are on the road to a fast recovery. If you are considering a knee replacement, contact us to book a consultation.
For all knee conditions in West Melbourne
For ACL surgery, meniscus repair, knee replacement surgery or any other sports knee surgery, Mr Pai has the expertise to help you. As a senior lecturer at Monash University, a supervisor for trainee orthopaedic surgeons, and a clinical researcher, Mr Pai is knowledgeable about the most up-to-date innovations in the field and practice of knee surgery and orthopaedics.
For more information about the range of knee conditions Mr Pai treats, click here.
About Mr Vishal Pai
Vishal is a Melbourne trained consultant orthopaedic surgeon, providing comprehensive care for all elective and traumatic conditions affecting your knee joint. He has completed fellowships in the United Kingdom specialising in knee surgery, and commonly performs the following procedures:
Vishal is a member of the Australian Orthopaedic Association, the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons, the International Society of Arthroscopy, Knee Surgery and Orthopaedic Sports Medicine (ISAKOS), as well as several other prestigious organisations.
Mr Pai specialises in performing anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) reconstruction for children and adults. He also performs other sports knee surgeries, such as complex ligament reconstruction and meniscus repair. He consults at three convenient locations around Melbourne: Holmesglen Private Hospital, Knox Private Hospital and Frankston Private Hospital.
Need a knee appointment in West Melbourne, or more information? Call (03) 8657 0595 or leave us your contact details. One of our friendly receptionists will be in contact as soon as they can!