Bhubaneswar, December 10, 2025: Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar has successfully restored mobility to a 35-year-old woman from Odisha who had been battling advanced ankylosing spondylitis, a severe condition that had fused her major joints and left her bedridden and later wheelchair-bound.
After nearly a year of immobility and a decade-long struggle with intense joint pain, stiffness, and deformity, the patient sought treatment at the hospital in 2024. Her father brought her to Manipal Hospital after learning about the expertise of Dr. Kishore Panda, Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon.
Though she had started medication soon after being diagnosed with arthritis ten years earlier, her condition progressively worsened, leaving her unable to stand or walk. A previous consultation elsewhere helped her move out of bed, but significant mobility issues persisted.
Upon arrival at Manipal Hospital, doctors found her condition extremely complex. She suffered from severe stiffness in the hips and spine, an abnormal gait, compensatory deformities, and extremely poor bone quality. Her hip joint size posed an unusual challenge—measuring just 36–37 mm, far smaller than the smallest cemented cup available in India (42–43 mm). This required a specially procured implant from the manufacturer.
The surgical journey began in March 2024 with a right hip replacement, during which doctors managed a small intra-operative fracture caused by her fragile bones. This procedure was followed by replacement of the other hip and both knees between June and July 2024. Her weakened muscles, ligaments, and balance made every stage of surgical and anaesthetic planning particularly demanding.
Reflecting on the case, Dr. Kishore Panda said, “Her condition tested every aspect of modern orthopedic care. From bone quality to implant size to anesthetic risks, each stage required meticulous planning and extraordinary teamwork. Her courage and trust in us made this outcome possible.”
The hospital provided continuous rehabilitation support, helping her regain strength and mobility. Her recovery stands as a testament to the impact of consistent, multidisciplinary care in managing highly complex orthopedic conditions.
