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Johns Hopkins Aramco Healthcare’s (JHAH) Orthopedic team performed a complex surgery that significantly reduced the chronic hip pain of a patient born with a rare case of Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC). AMC caused an early deterioration of the patient’s left hip cartilage. The surgery enabled Wael Al-Omari, a young employee at Saudi Aramco leading disability inclusion, to stand on his feet with no joint pain.
said Wael after his successful total hip replacement at JHAH.
Wael was born with AMC, a rare medical condition that causes multiple joint contractures or soft tissue stiffness. According to Dr. Mojieb Manzary, head of Orthopedics Services at JHAH, patients with AMC experience a contracture where joints become fixed in a bent and stiff position. This condition leads to the affected joint’s complete or partially restricted movement, where patients suffer chronic pain due to muscle stiffness.
“Although there is no absolute cure for AMC, the patient’s quality of life could be greatly improved through a variety of treatment options.” Said Dr. Manzary. “The team engaged in Wael’s treatment adopted a multi-disciplinary approach to treating his case, including medication, physical and occupational therapy initially.” He added, “We tried all nonoperative treatment modalities before we had to resort to the last option, Total Hip Replacement, which we prefer to delay as much as possible in the younger age patient population. However, the surgery would play a significant role in improving Wael’s quality of life in terms of relieving the pain and improving his function.”
The challenging four-hour operation proceeded smoothly and with great results. “The surgery involved soft tissue and muscles release to the point that allowed us to place the artificial hip joint properly in its position, ensuring that we have done releases that will maintain the hip as stable as possible.” “Our experienced team, combined with the latest joint replacement technological advancements, allowed for the most rapid recovery possible with the best outcomes. All of our total joint replacement patients, like Wael, are up and walking the day of surgery or within 12 hours of their surgery,” Dr. Manzary added.
said Wael.
“My case of Total Hip Replacement (THR) is very rare. The largest single series in the world has reported six cases; there have been other case reports of 1-2 patients. It took me years of consulting with surgeons, physiotherapists, orthopedists, and lots of pain medication to put up with osteoarthritis (deterioration of the cartilage) before making the big decision.”
In a note of appreciation, Wael commented,
Did you know that Saudi Aramco employees and their dependents, registered with a JHAH network provider (MDF), can request their joint replacement surgery performed at JHAH?
Do you want to know more? You can request a call-back from our team and we will walk you through the process and eligibility criteria.
Yesterday, I went through a Total Hip Replacement surgery after years of planning and consulting with experts. Today I stood up, putting all my weight on the artificial hip with no pain at all!
The care, dedication and expertise of JHAH’s staff and the quality of interaction were very assuring to me, especially with Dr. Manzary, which made me make the decision
said Wael after his successful total hip replacement at JHAH.
Wael was born with AMC, a rare medical condition that causes multiple joint contractures or soft tissue stiffness. According to Dr. Mojieb Manzary, head of Orthopedics Services at JHAH, patients with AMC experience a contracture where joints become fixed in a bent and stiff position. This condition leads to the affected joint’s complete or partially restricted movement, where patients suffer chronic pain due to muscle stiffness.
“Although there is no absolute cure for AMC, the patient’s quality of life could be greatly improved through a variety of treatment options.” Said Dr. Manzary. “The team engaged in Wael’s treatment adopted a multi-disciplinary approach to treating his case, including medication, physical and occupational therapy initially.” He added, “We tried all nonoperative treatment modalities before we had to resort to the last option, Total Hip Replacement, which we prefer to delay as much as possible in the younger age patient population. However, the surgery would play a significant role in improving Wael’s quality of life in terms of relieving the pain and improving his function.”
The challenging four-hour operation proceeded smoothly and with great results. “The surgery involved soft tissue and muscles release to the point that allowed us to place the artificial hip joint properly in its position, ensuring that we have done releases that will maintain the hip as stable as possible.” “Our experienced team, combined with the latest joint replacement technological advancements, allowed for the most rapid recovery possible with the best outcomes. All of our total joint replacement patients, like Wael, are up and walking the day of surgery or within 12 hours of their surgery,” Dr. Manzary added.
said Wael.
“My case of Total Hip Replacement (THR) is very rare. The largest single series in the world has reported six cases; there have been other case reports of 1-2 patients. It took me years of consulting with surgeons, physiotherapists, orthopedists, and lots of pain medication to put up with osteoarthritis (deterioration of the cartilage) before making the big decision.”
In a note of appreciation, Wael commented,
I am grateful for the treatment, help and guidance I received from Dr. Manzary since I met him in 2017, and the Orthopedic team at JHAH, who worked hard to put my mind at ease throughout the entire process.
Did you know that Saudi Aramco employees and their dependents, registered with a JHAH network provider (MDF), can request their joint replacement surgery performed at JHAH?
Do you want to know more? You can request a call-back from our team and we will walk you through the process and eligibility criteria.
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