Elbow Surgery Treatment in India

Olivia Das, a 28-year-old graphic designer...

Olivia Das, a 28-year-old graphic designer and avid rock climber, began experiencing persistent pain and a 'catching' sensation in her right elbow after a minor fall at the climbing gym six months ago. Despite rest and physical therapy, the pain worsened, severely limiting her ability to work long hours at her drafting table and crushing her passion for climbing. An MRI revealed a large osteochondral defect (a piece of cartilage and underlying bone had been damaged). Her orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Chen, recommended arthroscopic elbow surgery to clean out the joint and perform a microfracture procedure to stimulate new cartilage growth. Olivia was terrified that surgery might end her climbing career. The procedure went smoothly as planned. Her recovery required 6 weeks in a brace with strict no-load restrictions, followed by months of dedicated physical therapy. A year later, Olivia has regained nearly full strength and range of motion. She is back to designing and has cautiously returned to climbing easier routes. The emotional journey was a rollercoaster, from the fear of permanent limitation and losing a core part of her identity to immense relief and gratitude for a successful outcome that gave her back her active life.