Tree Top successfully performs ACL surgery on top footballer Sentey

Tree Top Hospital (TTH) has successfully completed Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) reconstruction surgery on national team and Club Valancia’s top striker Ali Fasir (Sentey).

Sentey underwent ACL reconstruction at TTH under the expertise of orthopedic consultant Dr. Hussain Faisal.

Dr. Faisal has over 20 years of clinical experience in orthopedics. He completed his MBBS at Baqai Medical University, Pakistan, and MS in Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery at Tribhuvan University Teaching Hospital, Nepal. He is experienced and skilled in a wide range of orthopedic procedures such as pediatric orthopedics, arthroscopic surgery, and ligament reconstructions.

Dr. Faisal shares that the ACL is a commonly injured ligament inside the knee joint following twisting of the knee joint. Usually, the player will fall down, with an out-of-control and twisting movement of the knee joint. There will be a popping sound, with intense pain and swelling of the knee joint lasting for one-two weeks. If ACL injury is not treated there will be pain and instability of the knee joint.

“Ali Fasir also had a similar type of injury. His ACL was partially torn with some intact fibers of the ligament. To support the weakened ligament, a tendon graft was used to reinforce the knee joint. This treatment is required for him to be a professional football player. He will have to go through rehabilitation protocols before resuming play. I wish him a fast recovery and expect him to resume his previous level of activity on the field of the national football team” he said.

Sentey said he discovered the injury following an MRI he had done from TTH. Following the recommendation of an acquaintance, he consulted Dr. Faisal. When he found out he required surgery he did contemplate going abroad, as having the access to the surgery in the Maldives was a better choice for him and his family.

“My overall experience at TTH has been very good, from the staff to the nurses they have been exceptional,” said Sentey, sharing his experience.

Sentey is recovering and is expected to return to the field soon.

TTH states their orthopedic specialists have extensive training, experience, and expertise in minimally invasive surgery and reconstructive surgery, and use the latest techniques and tools to improve care for individuals of all ages with problems in all areas of orthopedics

Established in 2018, TTH offers a wide spectrum of specialized health and medical services, ranging from health screening centers leading to high-end medical and surgical services, supported by state-of-the-art technology.

The hospital can be reached via phone at 3351610 or via email at [email protected] for additional information regarding its services.