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New Delhi [India], December 20: Odisha has rapidly transformed into India's "Sports Capital," but this evolution is not just about hosting world-class tournaments at Kalinga Stadium. Behind the scenes, a critical shift has occurred in how athletes are repaired and returned to the field. Leading this medical revolution is Dr. Dibya Singha Das, a renowned Orthopedic and Robotic Surgeon whose insights reflect a "Big Leap" in sports injury treatment within the state. According to Dr. Das, the transition from traditional "open" surgeries to AI-driven precision is rewriting the recovery timeline for athletes. The Shift: From Scalpels to Precision Robotics For decades, a major sports injury often meant the end of a career or a year-long hiatus. Dr. Das highlights that the fear of being "under the knife" is being replaced by confidence in Robotic-Assisted Surgery and AI. * Sub-millimeter Accuracy: Unlike traditional methods that rely on "eyeballing" angles, robotic systems allow surgeons to plan and execute procedures with microscopic precision. * Digital Twins: Before surgery, doctors now create a 3D virtual model of the athlete's anatomy using CT scans. This allows for a "trial run" of the surgery in a digital space, ensuring the perfect fit for implants or ligament grafts. * Minimal Tissue Damage: Smaller incisions mean less blood loss and, more importantly, faster healing of the surrounding muscle tissue--crucial for high-performance athletes. Regenerative Medicine: Healing from Within One of the most exciting leaps discussed by Dr. Das is the move toward Regenerative Therapy. Instead of just "fixing" a bone or joint, the focus has shifted to regenerating it. * PRP and Stem Cells: Treatments like Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) and stem cell therapy are now being delivered with robotic precision to the exact site of cartilage degeneration. * Biology over Metal: By using the patient's own cells, the body heals naturally, often avoiding the need for more invasive joint replacements later in life. Bringing Global Standards to Bhubaneswar Historically, athletes from Odisha would travel to Delhi, Mumbai, or even abroad for specialized sports surgeries. Dr. Das emphasizes that this "medical migration" has reversed. "Today, Bhubaneswar has emerged as a center of excellence for Orthopedic Robotics. We are seeing patients walk--without support--within hours of surgery." -- Dr. Dibya Singha Das The Future: AI and Beyond As we move through 2025, the integration of AI in sports medicine continues to grow. Dr. Das envisions a future where AI doesn't just assist in surgery but also predicts injury risks by analyzing an athlete's biomechanics. This proactive approach, combined with the state-of-the-art facilities at places like Utkal Hospital and Ortho One, ensures that Odisha's athletes are backed by some of the best medical minds and machines in the world. With these advancements, the message to the sporting community is clear: while pain might be an inevitable part of the game, long-term suffering and career-ending injuries are now becoming optional. More information please visit www.drdibya.com (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by India PR Distribution. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
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