Medical Care in China

Orthopedics

Covering trauma, spine, joints, sports medicine, and soft tissue tumors, it provides comprehensive orthopedic solutions ranging from minimally invasive treatments to complex reconstructions.

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Trauma treatmentcovers complex fractures and severe limb injuries.
Precision spinal treatmentcovers cervical and lumbar spine diseases and spinal injuries.
Joint function reconstructioncovers joint replacement and complex revision.
Sports medicine techniquesprovide treatment for ligament, meniscus, and cartilage injuries.

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fracture

Disease Introduction A fracture is an interruption of the continuity or integrity of a bone, mostly caused by trauma, falls, or osteoporosis, and is the most common disease in orthopedics. Improper treatment can lead to malunion and joint dysfunction. Hip fractures in the elderly are often referred to as "the last fracture of one's life". Cutting-edge high-precision diagnostic and treatment technologies Intelligent Reduction Robot : The "Intelligent Surgical Robot for Closed Reduction of Pelvic Fractures"

Spinal tumors

Disease Introduction Spinal tumors refer to primary and metastatic tumors that occur in the vertebral body, appendages, or spinal canal. They can destroy bone, compress spinal nerve roots, and cause intractable pain, numbness and weakness of limbs, or even paralysis. They are a difficult and serious condition that combines orthopedics and oncology. Cutting-edge high-precision diagnostic and treatment technologies Total vertebrectomy : Peking University Hospital completed an extremely difficult cervical sp

lumbar spondylolisthesis

Disease Introduction Lumbar spondylolisthesis refers to the slippage of a superior vertebra relative to a lower vertebra, either forward or backward. It is often caused by degenerative changes or isthmic spondylolisthesis and is commonly manifested as chronic lower back pain, radiating pain in the lower limbs, and intermittent claudication that worsens after walking. Cutting-edge high-precision diagnostic and treatment technologies Robot-assisted screw placement: The He Da team at Beijing Jishuitan Hospit

hip and knee osteoarthritis

Disease Introduction Osteoarthritis of the hip and knee is the most common degenerative joint disease among middle-aged and elderly people. It causes pain, stiffness and limited mobility due to wear and tear of articular cartilage and bone hyperplasia. In severe cases, it can lead to disability. Cutting-edge high-precision diagnostic and treatment technologies Robotic replacement : The domestically produced Honghu orthopedic surgical robot has obtained certifications from China's NMPA, the US FDA, and the

Avascular necrosis of the femoral head

Disease Introduction Avascular necrosis of the femoral head is often caused by hip trauma, long-term use of hormones, or alcoholism, which leads to damage to the blood supply to the femoral head, necrosis of the trabeculae, and even collapse. It is common in young and middle-aged people and can lead to hip joint stiffness and disability if left untreated. Cutting-edge high-precision diagnostic and treatment technologies Core decompression : Early ARCO stage I-II core decompression can reduce intraosseous

arthritis

Disease Introduction It refers to immune-mediated inflammatory joint diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, which often manifest as symmetrical swelling and pain in the small joints of the hands and feet, and morning stiffness. If not properly controlled, joint deformities and loss of function may gradually occur. Cutting-edge high-precision diagnostic and treatment technologies Biologics : The Chinese Guidelines for the Diagnosis and Treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis (2024 Update) and APLAR 2025 recommen

Ligament injury

Disease Introduction Previously, knee ligament injuries, such as cruciate ligament rupture, were often seen in sports injuries. Symptoms included joint dislocation and giving way. Delayed treatment could lead to secondary meniscus tears and cartilage degeneration. Cutting-edge high-precision diagnostic and treatment technologies Arthroscopic Reconstruction : Arthroscopic reconstruction of the anterior cruciate ligament using autologous hamstring tendons (semitendinosus and gracilis) is the mainstream surg

Locally invasive bone tumors

Disease Introduction This refers to a group of tumors classified as "intermediate, locally invasive" in the WHO classification of bone tumors (such as aneurysmal bone cysts, osteoblastomas, chondroblastomas, osteoid osteomas, etc.; giant cell tumor of bone is the most typical example and has been listed separately). These tumors are mostly benign and metastasize to nearby sites, but they exhibit significant osteolytic destruction and are prone to recurrence after surgery. Standardized surgery and minimall

Ewing sarcoma

Disease Introduction Ewing sarcoma is a highly malignant small round cell tumor that commonly occurs in the long bones (and also in soft tissues) of children and adolescents. It progresses rapidly and is prone to early metastasis. It is sensitive to both chemotherapy and radiotherapy, and with a combination of chemotherapy and surgery or radiotherapy, most patients in the localized stage can achieve long-term survival. Cutting-edge high-precision diagnostic and treatment technologies Comprehensive chemoth

Sarcoma (osteosarcoma, soft tissue sarcoma, chondrosarcoma, liposarcoma)

Disease Introduction Sarcoma is a general term for a large class of malignant tumors originating from mesenchymal tissue. According to the location of occurrence and cell origin, it is divided into four types: osteosarcoma is caused by osteoid matrix produced by neoplastic osteoblasts, which is more common in the metaphysis of long bones in adolescents and is relatively sensitive to chemotherapy; soft tissue sarcoma originates from non-bone and non-cartilage mesenchymal tissues such as fibrous tissue, mus

Giant cell tumor of bone

Disease Introduction Giant cell tumor of bone is a locally invasive tumor that commonly occurs in the distal ends of long bones (such as the distal femur and proximal tibia) in young adults aged 20-40. It is characterized by osteolytic destruction and is prone to recurrence after surgery. A small number of cases may metastasize to the lungs or become malignant. The advent of RANKL inhibitor drugs has made it possible to control the disease in patients who were previously difficult to operate on. Cutting-e

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Zhou Kai

Level 4 Expert

Orthopedics

Research areas: Arthroscopic minimally invasive treatment of acute and chronic sports injuries, surgical treatment of developmental abnormalities/deformities in adolescents, and novel formulations/biological therapies for degenerative diseases. Academic Highlights: Published over 40 papers as first/corresponding author, with the highest single-paper citation count exceeding 260. Research findings were cited as annual research progress by the internationally authoritative academic organization OARSI.

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Zhang Xianlong

Chief Physician, Level 2 Professor, Doctoral Supervisor, Head of Joint Surgery Department, Director of Robotic Clinical Application Training Center

Orthopedics

-Research areas : robotic joint replacement, complex hip and knee replacement, artificial joint revision, periprosthetic infection. - Cutting-edge technologies: China's first batch of robotic hip/knee/unicompartmental replacements; high dislocation DDH hip replacement; second-stage revision surgery for prosthesis infection. - Areas of expertise: congenital hip dysplasia, femoral head necrosis, severe osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis; prosthesis loosening, periprosthetic fractur

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Yang Qingcheng

Chief Physician, Doctoral Supervisor, Director of Bone Tumor and Bone Disease Surgery

Orthopedics

Research areas : malignant tumors of bone and soft tissue, pelvic and sacral tumors, and complex bone diseases; cutting-edge technologies: 3D-printed tumor prosthesis reconstruction and pelvic and sacral tumor resection and reconstruction. Areas of expertise: osteosarcoma, chondrosarcoma, pelvic and sacral tumors, metastatic bone tumors; Academic highlights: Head of the Shanghai Bone and Soft Tissue Tumor Diagnosis and Treatment Center, Deputy Leader of the Bone Tumor Group of the Chinese Anti-Cancer Asso

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Peng Xiaochun

Associate Chief Physician, Doctoral Supervisor, Deputy Director of the Department of Joint Surgery

Orthopedics

-Research areas : Aseptic loosening of joint prostheses, biomaterial transformation for osteoarthritis, and minimally invasive joint replacement. - Cutting-edge technologies: minimally invasive small-incision hip and knee replacement; biotherapy for osteoarthritis; research on prosthesis-osseous integration. - Areas of expertise: osteoarthritis of the hip and knee, avascular necrosis of the femoral head, developmental dysplasia of the hip; postoperative rehabilitation management after joint replacement su

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Zhang Jianguo

Professor , specializing in early-onset scoliosis and hemivertebrae

Orthopedics

Research areas: Clinical treatment and research of early-onset severe spinal deformities, and degenerative spinal diseases. Cutting-edge technology: The clinic pioneered the "short-segment osteotomy fusion combined with dual growth rod technology" for the treatment of severe early-onset scoliosis, and has published over 40 papers. It has completed over 4,000 spinal correction surgeries, treating approximately 200 cases of spinal deformities, and has established the world's largest single-center database o

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Zhang Ke

Professor, Chief Physician (former head of the Joint Group)

Orthopedics

Research areas : hip joint diseases, developmental dysplasia of the hip, hip and knee replacement; cutting-edge technologies: primary replacement of complex DDH, biomechanical research of joint prostheses; Areas of expertise: Congenital hip dysplasia, avascular necrosis of the femoral head, and advanced osteoarthritis of the hip and knee; Academic highlights: A leading expert in complex hip replacement surgery in China, promoting the standardization and popularization of joint replacement in the country;

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Patient Stories

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Congenital Right Radial Paraaxial Hemilimb Deformity - Reshaping the Wings of a CASE 01
PATIENT JOURNEY

Congenital Right Radial Paraaxial Hemilimb Deformity - Reshaping the Wings of a "Fallen Angel" - A Dual Reconstruction of Structure and Function

OrthopedicsPediatrics

Patient records: Name: Dara Age: 5 years old Nationality: Cambodia Diagnosis: Congenital right radial paraaxial hemilimb deformity (congenital limb malformation) Treatment Hospital: Beijing Children's Hospital (Orthopedics), Capital Medical University From "no thumb" to "regaining syndesmosis," we've given wings to angels. Five-year-old Dara is from Phnom Penh, Cambodia. She's a cheerful girl, but she was born without a right thumb. Her right hand resembles a small fork, with only four fingers, making it

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Congenital Scoliosis - Unshackled by the CASE 02
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Congenital Scoliosis - Unshackled by the "Butterfly Spine," Rebuilding the Pillar of Life

OrthopedicsPediatrics

Patient records: Name: Nguyen Age: 6 years old Nationality: Vietnamese Diagnosis: Congenital scoliosis (hemievertebral malformation) Treatment Hospital: Shanghai Children's Medical Center (National Children's Medical Center), affiliated with Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine Precise removal of "bad bone" straightens a curved spine. Six-year-old Nguyen Van from Hanoi, Vietnam, was shorter than other children from a young age, and a bulge on his back grew increasingly noticeable. He was afrai

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evere osteoporosis, new compression fracture of L1 vertebra - supporting the CASE 03
PATIENT JOURNEY

evere osteoporosis, new compression fracture of L1 vertebra - supporting the "flattened" spine

Orthopedics

Patient records Name: Maria Garcia Age: 75 Nationality: Philippines (Manila) Diagnosis: Severe osteoporosis, new compression fracture of L1 vertebra (Genant grade 3), accompanied by intractable pain. Treatment Hospital: Shanghai Sixth People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine — Department of Orthopedics/Spinal Surgery Core technology: Percutaneous balloon dilatation kyphoplasty (PKP) In the video sent by Grandma Maria, she is wearing a brightly colored traditional F

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Complete rupture of the right anterior cruciate ligament combined with a bucket-handle tear of the medial meniscus - Repairing the CASE 04
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Complete rupture of the right anterior cruciate ligament combined with a bucket-handle tear of the medial meniscus - Repairing the "ruptured" youthful dream

RehabilitationOrthopedics

Patient records Name: Lucas Martin Age: 19 Nationality: France (Lyon) Diagnosis: Complete rupture of the anterior cruciate ligament in the right knee combined with a bucket-handle tear of the medial meniscus. Treatment Hospital: Department of Sports Medicine, Huashan Hospital Affiliated to Fudan University Lucas was a rising star for Lyon's youth football team, dreaming of becoming a professional player. However, during a crucial qualifying match, a sudden stop and change of direction resulted in a loud t

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can complex fractures be treated in China?

A professional trauma orthopedic assessment can be performed.

Can nonunion fractures be treated?

The choice of treatment depends on the cause of the nonunion, and may include bone grafting, fixation, or other methods.

Does a herniated lumbar disc always require surgery?

Not necessarily. It depends on the symptoms, imaging, and the extent of nerve compression.

Can a loosened artificial joint be repaired?

Some patients can be evaluated for artificial joint repair.

What should I do if I get an infection after joint replacement?

Timely assessment of infection and prosthesis status is necessary; some cases require revision surgery.

Can anterior cruciate ligament rupture be treated with minimally invasive surgery?

Some patients can undergo arthroscopic reconstruction.

Does a meniscus tear require excision?

Some patients can undergo repair, depending on the location and extent of the injury.

Can bone tumors be treated with limb-sparing therapy?

Some patients can be evaluated for limb-sparing therapy based on the type and extent of the tumor.

Can spinal tumors be treated?

The treatment plan needs to be determined based on the nature and location of the tumor and the degree of spinal cord compression.

Can I undergo rehabilitation after orthopedic treatment?

Yes, rehabilitation is an important part of restoring function after surgery.