Dr. Kanniraj Marimuthu
Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in Chennai
“We provide knee, hip, and shoulder care focused on identifying the underlying cause of your pain. Our treatments include physiotherapy, injections, keyhole surgery, and joint replacement”
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Joint Replacement Surgery
Arthroscopic Surgery
About Us
Expert Orthopaedic Care for Lasting Pain Relief - Treating the Cause
Dr Kanniraj Marimuthu is a Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon in Chennai with over 20 years of experience. He specialises in treating knee, hip, and shoulder conditions, sports injuries, and performs arthroscopy and joint replacement.
Orthopaedic treatment is planned based on the patient’s symptoms, clinical examination, medical history and diagnostic findings. Depending on the condition, treatment may include non-surgical care, rehabilitation, medication, injections, arthroscopic procedures or joint replacement when clinically appropriate.
Qualifications and Experience
Dr. Kanniraj Marimuthu is a Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon with extensive training and experience in orthopaedic surgery and joint care.
Educational and professional training includes:
- MBBS from Madras Medical College
- MS Orthopaedics from Sawai Man Singh Medical College
- Senior Resident training at AIIMS
- Fellowship training through Australian Orthopaedic Association-accredited programmes
- Fellowship experience in shoulder surgery in France
- Fellowship experience in revision knee surgery in the Netherlands
- Recognition at WIROC 2008
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Advanced Surgical & Non-Surgical Orthopaedic Treatments
Minimally invasive joint surgery for faster recovery and lasting relief.
Comprehensive care to relieve shoulder pain and restore mobility.
Advanced hip replacement for pain-free movement and improved quality of life.
Expert repair to restore shoulder strength, stability, and function.
Effective non-surgical solutions to reduce pain and enhance mobility.
Specialized treatment to help athletes recover safely and return stronger.
About
Dr. Kanniraj Marimuthu – Expert Orthopaedic Surgeon in Chennai
Dr. Kanniraj Marimuthu is a Chennai-based orthopaedic specialist, One of the best Orthopaedic surgeons in Chennai, known for a patient-focused approach and a commitment to accurate, diagnosis before intervention. His clinical work spans non-surgical pain management, arthroscopic (keyhole) surgery, and complex joint replacement, with particular attention to helping patients return to the specific activities — walking, working, sport — that matter to them.
Restoring Mobility Through
Expert Orthopaedic Care
We provide safe and effective treatment tailored to each patient’s condition, combining advanced medical techniques with personalized care to ensure optimal outcomes, reduced risk, and a faster return to a healthy, active life.
Diagnostic Center
Accurate and reliable diagnostic services for early detection and effective treatment planning.
Joint Restoration
With advanced joint restoration, we help you overcome limitations and move freely again
Better Surgical Outcomes
Delivering safer procedures with greater precision for improved surgical outcomes.
Faster Recovery & Rehabilitation
Helping you recover faster with personalized rehabilitation and expert care.
Knee, Hip & Shoulder Conditions Treated in Chennai
A detailed look at various orthopaedic conditions for which we offer expert orthopaedic care
The knee is the joint most affected by both wear-and-tear and injury, from early arthritis in older adults to ligament tears in athletes. Diagnosis focuses on pinpointing whether pain comes from cartilage, ligament or bone, so treatment — non-surgical or surgical — addresses the actual source rather than just the symptom.
- Osteoarthritis and chronic knee pain
- ACL, PCL, MCL & LCL ligament injuries
- Meniscus tears and cartilage damage
- Patellar (kneecap) instability
- Sports-related knee injuries
- Advanced arthritis requiring replacement
Hip pain is often mistaken for lower back or groin strain, which delays proper diagnosis. A focused clinical exam and imaging distinguish arthritis, labral damage or fracture early, so patients avoid months of guesswork before starting the right treatment.
- Hip osteoarthritis
- Labral tears and cartilage injury
- Avascular necrosis (early stage)
- Hip fractures and traumatic injury
- Chronic hip and groin pain
- Advanced arthritis requiring replacement
Shoulder problems tend to build slowly — stiffness that’s ignored, or a minor strain that’s never fully rehabilitated — until basic movements like reaching overhead become painful. Treatment aims to restore full, pain-free range of motion, not just quiet the pain at rest.
- Rotator cuff tears
- Shoulder impingement syndrome
- Shoulder dislocation & instability
- Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Sports-related shoulder injuries
- Chronic shoulder pain and stiffness
Orthopaedic Conditions and Treatments in Chennai
Orthopaedic conditions can affect joint movement, mobility and everyday activities. Dr Kanniraj Marimuthu assesses knee, hip, and shoulder problems and recommends treatment based on the diagnosis, severity, and individual needs. Explore the conditions treated and available treatment options below.
Knee Conditions and Treatments
Knee pain, stiffness and instability can affect walking, climbing stairs, exercise and other daily activities. An assessment may help identify conditions such as knee arthritis, ligament injuries, meniscus tears, cartilage damage, and kneecap instability.
Explore knee care, from non-surgical management to arthroscopic procedures and joint replacement, depending on the condition.
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Hip Conditions and Treatments
Hip problems can cause pain around the hip joint, groin or upper thigh and may limit walking and everyday movement. Conditions assessed may include hip arthritis, labral tears, avascular necrosis, fractures and persistent hip or groin pain.
Treatment options depend on the underlying condition and may include non-surgical care or surgery when clinically appropriate.
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Shoulder Conditions and Treatments
Shoulder pain and stiffness can make lifting the arm, reaching overhead, exercising or sleeping comfortably difficult. Conditions assessed may include rotator cuff tears, shoulder impingement, dislocation, instability and frozen shoulder.
The treatment plan depends on the diagnosis and may involve non-surgical management or a suitable surgical procedure.
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What happens at your Visit
Consultation
You talk through your symptoms, past injuries, activity level and goals. Then comes a hands-on examination.
Diagnosis
If needed, you get an X-ray, MRI or other imaging to confirm the cause and how severe it is.
Treatment plan
Dr. Kanniraj explains the surgical and non-surgical options and recommends one for your case.
Treatment
This may be non-surgical care, keyhole surgery or joint replacement.
Rehabilitation and follow-up
Guided physiotherapy and scheduled reviews check that you are healing as expected.
Your Guide to Orthopaedic Care in Chennai
Who is an orthopaedic surgeon?
An orthopaedic surgeon is a medical specialist who diagnoses and treats conditions affecting the musculoskeletal system, including bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, tendons and related structures.
What conditions does Dr. Kanniraj treat?
Dr. Kanniraj provides orthopaedic care for conditions affecting the knee, hip and shoulder, as well as sports injuries, trauma, joint preservation and joint replacement.
When should I consult an orthopaedic surgeon for joint pain?
Consider an orthopaedic consultation when joint pain persists, affects daily activities, limits movement, follows an injury or is associated with instability, swelling or other concerning symptoms.
Does every orthopaedic problem require surgery?
No. Many orthopaedic conditions can initially be managed with non-surgical approaches such as activity modification, medication, physiotherapy, rehabilitation or injections when clinically appropriate. Surgery is considered when it is appropriate for the diagnosis and patient’s circumstances.
How is the right orthopaedic treatment decided?
Treatment is selected after considering the patient’s symptoms, medical history, physical examination and relevant diagnostic investigations. The recommended approach depends on the specific condition and its severity.
Can I consult an orthopaedic surgeon for a sports injury?
Yes. Sports injuries involving joints, ligaments, tendons, cartilage or other musculoskeletal structures can be evaluated by an orthopaedic surgeon. Treatment depends on the type and severity of the injury.
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Magna Ortho Clinic, Chennai
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- Sunday: Closed.