Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], August 17: The second day of the 12th Musculoskeletal Society Conference 2024, held at the Rajasthan International Centre (RIC), has brought together some of the most advanced techniques for treating muscle injuries. With participation from renowned doctors and specialists from 21 countries, the event continues to be a global hub for learning and innovation in musculoskeletal health, fostering a sense of global collaboration among the attendees.
In the ceremony held on Saturday, the chief guest was National Institute of Sports Science Director Dr. Bhibhu Kalyan Nayak, and the Guest of Honor was Radiological Society of Emirates (Dubai) Chairman Dr. Abdullah Alremathi. During this, the President of the Musculoskeletal Society (MSS), Dr Jayaraj Govindaraj, Organizing Chairman Dr M.P Goyal, Dr Anand Gupta, MSS General Secretary Dr Dharmendra Kumar Singh, Organizing Secretary Dr Gaurav Kant Sharma, Dr Abhimanyu Kelkar, IRIA President Varaprasad Vemuri, IRIA General Secretary Dr Murali Krishna were present. This event is being organized to highlight and spread awareness of advanced technology and options without surgery for diagnosing musculoskeletal problems like sports injuries, joint pain, and nerve pain.
Dr. Bhibhu Kalyan Nayak, Director of the National Institute of Sports Sciences, New Delhi, emphasized the practicality of the new techniques. He stated that these techniques are as instant as a stethoscope, empowering the medical community to make quick and effective decisions for their patients.
Dr Abdulla Alremaithi, President of the Radiological Society of Emirates Dubai, stated that it is an honour to participate in this distinguished event and the workshops. I am very impressed with the calibre of the speakers. It is eloquent that India is leaping advanced techniques toward musculoskeletal imaging.
A key highlight of the day was the workshop on sports injury and return-to-play strategies using image-guided musculoskeletal interventions on cadavers. This session, held at SMS Medical College & Hospital, focused on cutting-edge methods for treating joint pains and sports injuries, drawing 80 delegates who were eager to enhance their skills in this critical area.
Another significant workshop on musculoskeletal ultrasound demonstrated the use of ultrasound technology for diagnosing sports injuries and various joint and muscle problems. This technique offers the potential to eliminate the need for MRI in over 80% of cases, making it a game-changer in the field and instilling a sense of optimism in the audience.
Dr. Harsh Mahajan, Founder and Chairman of Mahajan Imaging and Labs, Stated that Musculoskeletal Imaging has become an integral part of sports medicine. It distinguishes between how and when the player can get back to the field and even his future. Diagnosing diseases, determining what treatment should be given to the athlete, and determining what treatments are given fall under musculoskeletal imaging.
Arthritis, a common condition that causes joint pain and inflammation, was also a key topic at the conference. New imaging techniques like ultrasound and MRI have revolutionised how doctors can see inside joints, helping to detect arthritis early and monitor its progression more accurately. These advances are leading to more personalized and effective treatments, improving patient outcomes and quality of life.
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