Patient Experience
A 72-year-old retired schoolteacher from a rural village presented with severe bilateral knee osteoarthritis, having never sought medical care due to financial constraints. Dr. Solanki arranged charitable funding through hospital programs and performed staged bilateral knee replacements six months apart. The patient regained full mobility, started a small vegetable garden to support herself, and now mentors other elderly patients considering joint replacement.
An 18-year-old national-level gymnast suffered a complex tibial plateau fracture during competition. Dr. Solanki utilized advanced 3D-printed surgical guides for precise reconstruction, combining this with a novel biological augmentation technique. Despite initial predictions of career-ending injury, the athlete returned to training within 9 months and subsequently won a bronze medal at the national championships.
A 45-year-old construction worker from an urban slum presented with chronic neglected shoulder dislocation from a fall six months prior. With no insurance and four dependents, he had continued working through pain. Dr. Solanki performed arthroscopic Latarjet procedure using cost-effective implant alternatives he helped design, enabling the patient to return to light duty in 3 months and full duty in 6 months.
An 8-year-old child with cerebral palsy and severe hip subluxation was brought by her single mother working as domestic help. Dr. Solanki performed femoral varus derotation osteotomy combined with pelvic osteotomy, coordinating with physiotherapists for intensive post-op rehabilitation. The child achieved pain-free sitting and standing with support, dramatically improving her quality of life and caregiving burden.
A 33-year-old software professional developed complex regional pain syndrome following minor ankle sprain. After multiple failed treatments elsewhere, Dr. Solanki implemented a multidisciplinary approach including sympathetic blocks, medication optimization, and mirror therapy. The patient gradually regained function over 18 months and developed a mobile app to help others track CRPS symptoms.
A 60-year-old fisherman with diabetes and chronic kidney disease presented with infected non-union of femur fracture from a boat accident. Dr. Solanki collaborated with nephrologists for dialysis timing and performed Masquelet technique with antibiotic cement spacer, followed by definitive fixation once infection cleared. The patient returned to modified fishing activities using adaptive equipment.
A 28-year-old pregnant woman in her third trimester sustained a vertebral compression fracture from a fall. Dr. Solanki coordinated with obstetricians to develop a conservative management plan using pregnancy-safe medications and custom orthosis. She delivered successfully and underwent vertebroplasty postpartum, achieving complete pain resolution and normal spinal function.
A 55-year-old bank manager with multiple previous failed back surgeries presented with failed back syndrome and hardware irritation. Dr. Solanki performed complex revision surgery removing old instrumentation, performing neural decompression, and utilizing minimally invasive techniques for new stabilization. The patient returned to work part-time after 4 months and full-time after 8 months.
A 12-year-old child from an affluent family with slipped capital femoral epiphysis was managed with urgent in-situ pinning. Dr. Solanki employed intraoperative navigation to achieve perfect screw placement while minimizing radiation exposure. The child maintained excellent hip function with no complications and returned to sports after complete healing.
A 70-year-old retired army colonel with severe rotator cuff arthropathy and multiple comorbidities declined shoulder replacement due to fear of complications. Dr. Solanki performed reverse shoulder arthroplasty using enhanced recovery protocols, enabling discharge within 48 hours. The patient achieved 150 degrees of active elevation and resumed his passion for painting.
A 22-year-old medical student with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome presented with recurrent multidirectional shoulder instability. Dr. Solanki developed a customized capsular plication protocol addressing the unique collagen deficiency, combining surgical repair with specialized rehabilitation. The patient completed medical school without further dislocations and now pursues physical medicine residency.
A 38-year-old factory worker from a low-income migrant family sustained open tibia fracture with significant bone loss. Dr. Solanki utilized Ilizarov method for bone transport over 6 months, providing temporary accommodation near hospital for the patient's family. The worker regained limb length and function, returning to modified employment with workplace accommodations.
A 65-year-old grandmother with severe osteoporosis and pathological humerus fracture from metastatic breast cancer. Dr. Solanki performed minimally invasive intramedullary nailing for pain control and stability, coordinating with oncologists for simultaneous systemic treatment. She maintained arm function throughout her palliative care journey, enabling her to hold her newborn granddaughter.
A 17-year-old college student with chronic patellofemoral instability despite conservative treatment underwent MPFL reconstruction using allograft. Dr. Solanki incorporated proprioceptive training into the rehabilitation protocol from day one. The patient returned to basketball within 6 months with improved stability and performance metrics.
A 50-year-old homemaker with rheumatoid arthritis and severe wrist deformity affecting basic daily activities underwent total wrist arthroplasty. Dr. Solanki used a newer generation implant with custom positioning to accommodate her specific deformity pattern. She regained functional range of motion for cooking, cleaning, and personal care tasks independently.