Dr. Thonse Performs Innovative Shoulder Preservation with HDA at Manipal

Manipal, Udupi district – Dr. Thonse, a senior orthopaedic specialist at Manipal Hospital, executed an innovative shoulder preservation operation employing HDA (Humeral Dorsal Augmentation) technology, preserving the patient’s native joint while enhancing its stability.

HDA augmentation is a technique that supplements the deficient glenoid bone with a bio‑synthetic scaffold, allowing the shoulder capsule to remain intact and the joint to maintain its natural mechanics. Dr. Thonse has been an advocate of such joint‑saving procedures in the region, citing reduced operative time, lower infection risk, and superior functional outcomes compared to traditional arthroplasty.

Early postoperative assessments indicate the patient has regained shoulder range of motion and pain relief, returning to everyday tasks within weeks. The surgery highlights Manipal’s commitment to cutting‑edge orthopaedic care for the people of Udupi district. Source: Google News – Manipal.