Minimally invasive surgeries use small cuts instead of large incisions. They reduce pain and shorten recovery time. Patients leave the hospital sooner and get back to daily tasks early. For hip replacement, knee replacement, spine procedures, minimally invasive ACL reconstruction, or fracture fixation, these methods help you heal fast and return to normal life.
Benefits for Patients in Lahore
- Less pain after surgery: Small cuts cause less tissue damage, so you feel less pain.
- Short hospital stays: You spend fewer days admitted and go home early.
- Lower infection risk: Smaller cuts lower exposure and reduce infection chances.
- Smaller scars: Wounds heal quickly, and scars stay small.
Dr Imran Salim Malik’s Approach
Dr. Malik is an expert in modern orthopedic methods like arthroscopy, MIPO (Minimally Invasive Plate Osteosynthesis), intramedullary nailing, and image-guided techniques. He uses computer-guided fluoroscopy to place implants through small incisions (cuts). His work covers MIS and includes many types of minimally invasive surgeries, especially for complex fractures, and hip, knee, and spine.
Common MIS Orthopedic Procedures in Lahore
Hip and Knee Replacement
Dr Malik does total, partial hip, and knee replacements with small cuts. This allows you to move early and lowers problems. Many patients in Lahore choose minimally invasive hip replacement and minimally invasive knee replacement. These methods help them return to work and family life fast.
Arthroscopy and ACL Reconstruction
Keyhole surgeries let him fix torn ACL, meniscus, rotator cuff, and ankle problems with small tools and cameras. Minimally invasive ACL reconstruction helps the knee stay strong with less pain and quicker recovery.
Spine Surgeries
MISS stands for Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery, which is commonly used in spinal fractures, herniated discs, and spinal stenosis. These surgeries protect muscles and help you recover early. MISS surgery is now popular because it has better results.
Fracture Fixation
MIPO and intermedullary nailing is best used for complex long bone fractures with the help of small incisions (cuts). MIS (Minimally Invasive Surgery) gives better results in wound management and bone healing.
Pain Management Blocks
For chronic low back pain or any joint pain, Dr. Malik gives fluoroscopy-guided injections for pain management, followed by physiotherapy to get relief from the pain.
What Happens During Treatment?
| Stage | What to Expect |
| Before Surgery | Health check, scans like X-ray or MRI, surgery plan, fasting, and stopping some medicines. |
| Day of Surgery | Spinal or general anesthesia assessment done in the morning. After the surgical procedure carryout then shifted to recovery. |
| Hospital Stay | Most stay 1 to 3 days, and physiotherapy is started as per patient’s condition. |
| Rehabilitation | Physiotherapy exercises may start as soon as possible, with the help of walking aids, to help muscle strengthening, and joint movements. |
| Full Recovery | Full recovery depends upon the fractures type, the fixation and the medical condition of the patient. Simple fractures may take up to 6 to 8 weeks to heal where as spinal fractures take up to 8 to 12 weeks to heal. |
How Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Surgery Works in Fractures: Technology and Precision
Minimally invasive surgeries depend on live imaging of Fluoroscopy, which sends X-rays on the screen. This helps the doctor to align the fracture and then for the implant fixation. This lowers guesswork and keeps surgery safe to avoid complications.
These tools help Dr Imran Malik do minimally invasive surgeries through small cuts. They guide tools so they miss nerves and blood vessels.
Who Is a Good Candidate for MIS?
Doctors get the best results with these methods when your case matches certain needs. Good patients often have:
- A torn ACL or meniscus that needs reconstruction
- Joint wear from arthritis in the hip or knee
- Complex fractures in arms, legs, or where bones can be lined up well
- Spine problems like slipped discs, spinal stenosis, or spinal fractures
Your health, age, weight, bone quality, and past surgeries also matter. Some people who are overweight or have old fractures, infected bones, or nonunion might still need open methods for fixation.
What to Expect Before and On the Day of Surgery
Before Surgery
During your visit, Dr Malik checks your health and does a relevant examination. He may order various blood tests, X-ray, CT-Scan, or MRI. He also discusses MIS and how MIS lowers pain and improves recovery and early mobilization. You might need to stop certain medications as per the medical consultant, and fast for a few hours before surgery.
You will also meet the surgery team and go over the plan, before you sign consent forms that explain the surgical procedure.
The Day of Surgery
Dr. Imran will come and meet you before you are shifted to the operating theatre again to discuss the surgery and any questions you may have to discuss about. He will mark your limb using a prominent marker to make sure there is no confusion.
You will then be shifted to the with-holding bay in the operating theatre, where your identification, file, and investigations will be checked by the staff. Dr Imran will order you to be shifted to the operating room. The anesthesia team will prepare you for anesthesia (spinal or general). After the surgical procedure, you will be shifted back to the recovery room.
Minimally invasive surgeries take less time and less blood loss than open surgeries.
Recovery and Rehabilitation Process
Most people stay in the hospital 1 to 3 days. The small cuts cause less pain, so this helps you start exercises soon.
You keep doing exercises at home or in therapy. These help joints stay strong and move well.
Why MIS Is Good?
Minimally invasive surgeries have many advantages.
Faster Return to Daily Life
People often need to get back to family and work soon. MIS shortens this time, so you start daily life in weeks.
Cost Savings
Even though MIS uses high-tech tools, the short stay and fast healing lower costs. You spend less on rooms, therapy, and return visits.
Higher Safety
Small cuts and live imaging lower the chances of infections and heavy blood loss. This is very important in local hospitals.
Local Care Now
Lahore has MIS in top places like Omar Hospital, Johar Town. With Dr Malik, you can get this care at home instead of going abroad.