FAQ

Dr. Samiran Purkait is a highly experienced Orthopedic & Joint Replacement Surgeon in Howrah with over 17 years of expertise in treating bone, joint, and spine conditions.

He is currently associated with ILS Hospitals, Howrah, West Bengal.

He has completed MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), DNB (Orthopaedics), and is a Member of the National Academy of Medical Sciences (MNAMS).

He specializes in Joint Replacement Surgery (Knee & Hip), Fracture & Trauma Surgery, Arthroscopic Surgery, Spinal Surgery, Sports Injury Management, and Bone & Joint Pain Treatment.

He has over 17 years of clinical and surgical experience.

Yes, he offers minimally invasive procedures for arthroscopy, spine surgery, and certain joint replacements to ensure faster recovery and less pain.

Yes, he treats a wide range of sports injuries, including ligament tears, tendon injuries, meniscus damage, and fractures.

Yes, he is experienced in handling complex fractures and trauma cases requiring urgent orthopedic intervention.

Yes, Dr. Purkait offers both surgical and non-surgical treatments for chronic bone and joint conditions.

Joint replacement surgery involves removing damaged parts of a joint and replacing them with artificial implants to relieve pain and restore movement.

Most patients can walk with support within 1–2 days after surgery and return to normal activities within 6–12 weeks, depending on their health and rehabilitation progress.

Yes, with modern techniques and experienced surgeons like Dr. Samiran Purkait, joint replacement is safe and has a high success rate.

Trauma surgery deals with sudden injuries to bones, joints, and muscles caused by accidents, falls, or sports injuries.

Complex fractures may require advanced surgical fixation with plates, screws, or rods to ensure proper healing and restore function.

Yes, some simple fractures heal with casting or splinting, but severe or displaced fractures may need surgery for the best outcome.

It’s a minimally invasive procedure where the surgeon uses a tiny camera and instruments to diagnose and treat joint problems.

It causes less pain, requires smaller cuts, has a faster recovery time, and leaves minimal scars.

Most patients return to sports within 6–9 months after a structured rehabilitation program.

It’s recommended for severe back or neck pain, nerve compression, spinal deformities, or slipped discs that don’t improve with conservative treatments.

It’s a modern technique that uses smaller incisions, reduces muscle damage, and helps in quicker recovery compared to traditional open surgery.

Yes, most patients can walk the same or next day after surgery, depending on their condition.

Dr. Samiran Purkait treats ligament tears, tendon injuries, meniscus damage, fractures, and dislocations in athletes and active individuals.

It depends on the severity and type of injury, but with proper treatment and physiotherapy, most athletes return to sports within weeks to months.

No, many sports injuries heal with rest, physiotherapy, and medications. Surgery is needed only in severe cases.

Common causes include arthritis, injury, overuse, osteoporosis, or age-related wear and tear.

Treatment may include medications, physiotherapy, lifestyle changes, injections, or surgery in severe cases.

Osteoporosis can’t be completely reversed, but proper diet, exercise, and medication can slow bone loss and reduce fracture risk.