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Toilet Seat + Social Media Scrolling: A Hidden Orthopaedic Risk You Should Not Ignore

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In today’s digital lifestyle, scrolling through social media has become a habit — even during bathroom breaks. Many people unknowingly spend 10–20 minutes sitting on the toilet while watching videos or checking messages. While this may seem harmless, from an orthopaedic point of view, this ...

X-Ray vs MRI: When Does an Orthopaedic Surgeon Recommend Each?

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Expert Orthopaedic Guidance by Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar – Manipal Hospitals Broadway, Salt Lake, Kolkata When patients experience joint pain, knee injury, back pain, or trauma after an accident, one of the most common questions asked is: Should I do an X-ray or an MRI? Many people assume MRI is alwa...

Obesity Can Accelerate Knee Damage: Causes, Symptoms & Prevention

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By Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar | Senior Consultant – Orthopaedics | Manipal Hospital Broadway, Kolkata Knee pain is no longer limited to older adults. Increasingly, patients in their 40s and 50s are experiencing early joint degeneration — and one major contributing factor is obesity. Excess body weig...

Arthritis Patient Regains Mobility Through Total Knee Replacement | Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar

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Arthritis Patient Regains Her Life A Story of Hope Through Total Knee Replacement Surgery Arthritis can gradually limit mobility, independence, and quality of life. This inspiring patient story highlights how timely medical intervention and advanced surgical care helped a retired teacher overcome...

First VELYS Robotic Partial Knee Replacement in Kolkata: A New Era in Precision Orthopaedic Care

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VELYS Robotic System Performs Kolkata’s First Robotic Partial Knee Replacement Kolkata has witnessed a major milestone in advanced orthopaedic care with the city’s first VELYS robotic partial knee replacement surgery successfully performed at Manipal Hospitals, Broadway, a unit of the Manipal...

Successful Hip Replacement Surgery in Kolkata | Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar

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A Successful Hip Replacement Journey with Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar Hip pain can significantly limit daily activities, independence, and overall quality of life—especially in older adults. When my aunt required hip replacement surgery, our family was naturally anxious about the procedure and recovery...

Successful Total Knee Replacement Surgery Restores Pain-Free Life | Expert Orthopedic Care

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Successful Knee Replacement Surgery Gives a Patient a New Lease on Life Chronic knee pain can severely limit mobility, independence, and overall quality of life. In a remarkable example of modern orthopedic excellence, a patient suffering from debilitating knee pain and restricted movement succes...

Successful Wrist Surgery with Expert Care by Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar | Patient Experience

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Expert Wrist Surgery and Compassionate Care: A Patient’s Experience with Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar Choosing the right orthopaedic surgeon plays a vital role in successful surgical outcomes and smooth recovery. This patient testimonial reflects the trust, confidence, and satisfaction experienced under...

Relief and a New Life: Successful Septic Arthritis Joint Surgery by an Expert Orthopedic Surgeon

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Relief and a New Life: A Successful Septic Arthritis Joint Surgery Story Living with constant joint pain, stiffness, and restricted movement can deeply affect both physical and mental well-being. This was the reality for a patient who suffered for a long time from severe pain and mobility issues ...

Early Rheumatoid Arthritis Treatment Success | Dr. Tanmoy Karmakar | Patient Recovery Story

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Fighting Rheumatoid Arthritis: A Story of Strength, Healing & Expert Care For 45-year-old Mrs. Shampa Dutta, a homemaker from Barasat, daily life had slowly turned into a struggle. What began as mild finger stiffness soon evolved into swelling, fatigue, and persistent joint pain. Within a year, s...