Issue, August, 2025
Newsletter
Conceptual Orthopedics
Dear Doctor,
July has been a powerful month at Conceptual Orthopedics. With every session, we continued our mission of making orthopedic education more structured, clinically relevant, and conceptually strong. Whether you’re an MS Ortho, DNB resident, or FRCS aspirant, these handpicked sessions are your go-to learning resources to sharpen both fundamentals and advanced understanding.
Here’s a round-up of the top orthopedic sessions from July. Don’t miss a single one!
1. Ulnar-Sided Wrist Pain Explained By Dr. Ravinder Dimri
Ulnar sided wrist pain can be elusive but carries immense clinical significance. Dr. Dimri breaks it down with a crisp algorithmic approach that helps residents differentiate radial, central, and ulnar pathologies with ease.
Highlights:
✅ TFCC injuries, DRUJ instability, ECU tendon issues
✅ Special tests & real-life diagnostic tips
✅ Must-know clinical pearls for theory + practice
Watch this if you’re confused between TFCC and DRUJ injuries during patient rounds or viva!
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2. Biceps-Labral Complex Pathologies By Dr. Harpreet Singh
This session simplifies the notorious biceps-labral region — a topic often misunderstood in both exams and the OR.
Key Learnings:
✅ SLAP tears and why they’re tricky
✅ Pulley mechanism: SGHL, subscapularis insights
✅ Popeye sign demystified
✅ Clinical relevance for shoulder pathology
Perfect for PGs preparing for shoulder-related questions or surgeons refining their arthroscopic understanding.
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3. External Fixators Simplified By Dr. Shailesh Pai
More than just rods and clamps, External Fixators are a philosophy. Dr. Pai brings clarity on one of the most commonly applied yet misunderstood orthopedic procedures.
What You’ll Master:
✅ Tubular vs Circular vs Hybrid Fixators
✅ Pin placement and biomechanics
✅ DCO principles in trauma surgery
✅ Indications across adult and pediatric cases
Essential knowledge for any resident who touches a fixator frame during duty.
4. Bone Metabolism – From Basics to Clinics By Dr. Faheem Kotekar
Understanding how bone lives and remodels itself is at the core of orthopedic science. This lecture beautifully bridges the molecular to the mechanical.
You’ll Learn About:
✅ Bone cell biology: osteoblasts, osteoclasts, osteocytes
✅ Wnt/β signalling, RANKL-OPG axis
✅ Hormonal control & clinical relevance
✅ How to apply this in osteoporosis, healing & systemic diseases
A must-watch for both theory prep and clinical orientation.
5. Nerve Injuries & Electrodiagnostic Tests Simplified By Dr. Ravinder Dimri
Nerve injuries are intimidating — but they don’t have to be. This session simplifies EMG, NCV, and the neurophysiology behind nerve testing.
Key Concepts:
✅ Understanding nerve architecture
✅ EMG and NCS: what, when, why
✅ Interpretation of findings for clinical decisions
✅ Vital for viva and surgical planning
Recommended before your hand and nerve clinics or any peripheral nerve OR posting.
Ready to Learn More?
All sessions are available on the eConceptual App. Download now and take your learning beyond textbooks and into real understanding.
👉 In Conclusion
Orthopedics isn’t just about knowing, it’s about connecting the dots. This July, we focused on high-yield clinical areas that residents often struggle with, offering clarity through case-based explanations and concept-driven teaching. As always, our goal remains: to make you better, one concept at a time.
Stay consistent. Stay curious. And don’t forget — the best surgeons are lifelong learners.
Warm regards,
Team Conceptual Orthopedics