Frequently asked questions

Persistent joint pain that limits daily activity, doesn't respond to medication or physiotherapy, and shows significant wear on imaging are the usual indicators. Dr. Roy will assess your X-rays and mobility before recommending surgery as an option — it's typically considered only after conservative treatment hasn't helped.

Both use the same trusted implant designs. Robotic assistance adds a 3D pre-operative plan and real-time guidance during surgery to help position the implant more precisely for your specific joint anatomy. Dr. Roy will advise which approach suits your case during consultation.

There's no fixed age cut-off — the decision depends on pain severity, joint damage, and how much it affects your daily life, not age alone. Both younger patients with severe arthritis or injury and older patients can be candidates after a proper evaluation.

Yes. Depending on the condition and its stage, options can include physiotherapy, weight management, activity modification, medication, and joint injections. Dr. Roy's joint preservation approach aims to delay or avoid surgery wherever it's medically appropriate.

Recovery varies by patient, but most people begin walking with support soon after surgery and gradually return to daily activities over the following weeks, with continued improvement over the following months through guided physiotherapy. Dr. Roy will give you a recovery plan specific to your case.

Modern pain-management protocols (regional anaesthesia and post-operative pain control) keep discomfort manageable during and after surgery. Some soreness during physiotherapy in the first few weeks is normal and expected as part of regaining movement.

Arthroscopy is a minimally invasive keyhole procedure that uses a small camera and instruments to diagnose and treat joint problems — commonly for meniscus tears, ligament injuries, and cartilage damage — through small incisions instead of open surgery, generally allowing a quicker recovery.

Not always. Some ACL injuries can be managed with physiotherapy and activity modification, especially for less active patients. For athletes or those with an unstable knee, ACL reconstruction is usually recommended to restore stability. Dr. Roy will assess your activity level and knee stability to advise the right option.

Modern implants are built to last many years of normal use, and most patients don't need a repeat procedure in their lifetime. Longevity depends on implant positioning, bone quality, and activity level — following post-surgery guidance helps protect the implant over time.

This is treated with revision surgery — a more specialized procedure to replace a worn, loosened, or infected implant. Dr. Roy evaluates the cause of failure with imaging before planning the revision, since it requires different technique and implants than a first-time replacement.

Yes. Dr. Roy treats a range of foot and ankle conditions — including ankle sprains, Achilles tendon injuries, flat feet, bunions, and stress fractures — alongside hip and knee care, with fellowship training in foot & ankle reconstruction from NUH Singapore.

Bring any prior X-rays, MRI/CT scans, blood test reports, and a list of current medications, along with details of when your symptoms started and what makes them better or worse. This helps Dr. Roy assess your condition accurately in the first visit.

Most patients are encouraged to start walking with support within a day of surgery as part of enhanced recovery protocols, since early, guided mobilization supports better outcomes. Your physiotherapy team will set a pace suited to your surgery and general health.