Specialized care for ankle injuries, flat feet, arthritis, sports injuries, foot deformities and complex foot & ankle conditions.
Non-surgical treatment when appropriate • Advanced minimally invasive surgery when required
Pioneer in Minimally Invasive Surgery
Fellowship-trained in USA & Europe with over 3,500+ successful reconstructions performed across top hospitals in Pune and Mumbai.
Exclusively dedicated to subspecialty foot and ankle orthopaedics
Including arthroscopies, joint replacements, trauma, and bunion repairs
Over 250+ 5-star patient reviews across Pune and Western India
1st Surgeon in Pune to perform Hintermann H3 Total Ankle Replacement
50+ Successful Diabetic & Charcot Foot Reconstructions & Limb Salvages
Trained at OFAC (USA), Milan (Italy) & Ganga Hospital (India)
Unlike general orthopaedic clinics, our practice is 100% focused on complex foot mechanics, joint preservation, 4K keyhole arthroscopy, and accelerated rehabilitation.
Exclusively focused on foot and ankle pathologies, avoiding generalized orthopaedic compromise and ensuring high surgical volume.
Trained under global masters at the Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Center (USA), Galeazzi Orthopaedic Institute (Milan), and Ganga Hospital (India).
Over 80% of patient conditions are treated non-surgically through custom biomechanical orthotics, targeted rehabilitation, and regenerative therapies.
Tertiary referral expertise in failed prior surgeries, severe adult flatfoot, complex fractures, Charcot foot, and ankle arthritis.
The right footwear plays an essential role in managing many foot and ankle conditions. We assess your foot shape, pressure distribution, gait, and specific condition to help you choose the right footwear and provide customized footwear modifications, insoles, and orthotics.
Patients travel from Mumbai, Pune, and across Maharashtra for specialized second opinions on failed prior surgeries, severe deformities, and complex fractures.
Revision Care
Expert revision surgery, hardware correction & implant retrieval
Deformity
Alignment osteotomies & MIS percutaneous correction
Trauma
Joint restoration & anatomical rigid internal fixation
Reconstruction
Tendon transfer & calcaneal shift osteotomy
Limb Salvage
Limb salvage, framing & ulcer-prevention reconstruction
Joint Preservation
Hintermann H3 Total Ankle Replacement & arthrodesis
Sports Rehab
Anatomical Broström & InternalBrace tape reconstruction
Infection Salvage
Bone grafting, circular Ilizarov frames & deformity correction
A second opinion gives clarity and confidence before undergoing surgery.
If you have ongoing pain following a previous operation or were advised complex surgery, share your MRI / X-ray reports for an objective review.
From minimally invasive keyhole procedures to pioneering Total Ankle Replacement, each treatment plan is personalized to restore pain-free walking.
Minimally invasive percutaneous repair of Achilles ruptures, insertional tendinitis debridement, and anatomical ligament reconstruction with InternalBrace for athletic return.
Keyhole procedures for cartilage injuries, ankle impingement, loose bodies, and ligament repair using small incisions for minimal scarring.
Comprehensive care for severe ankle arthritis, featuring modern implants like Hintermann H3 for pain-free natural walking motion and joint preservation.
Specialized non-surgical and surgical correction of painful flat foot, high-arch (Cavus) deformities, and post-injury alignment issues.
Advanced limb salvage for complex diabetic foot ulcers, Charcot neuroarthropathy, infection control, and amputation prevention.
MIS techniques for bunions (Hallux Valgus), hammer toes, heel spurs, and osteotomies through tiny pinhole incisions with early walking.
Accurate physical assessment and diagnostic imaging ensure targeted intervention for both acute sports trauma and chronic degenerative foot deformities.
Tendon Care
Pain above heel, calf tightness, sudden snapping sensation during push-off.
Ligament Care
Outer ankle pain, repeated twisting, giving-way on uneven surfaces.
Heel Pain
First-step morning heel pain, stabbing bottom heel ache, aggravated after rest.
Arch Deformity
Swelling over inner side of ankle
Joint Wear
Swelling around ankle, reduced ankle movement
Toe Deformity
Painful bony big toe bump, shoe friction, redness, inward toe angle.
High Risk
Reduced sensation in foot, Change in skin colour
Urgent Trauma
Severe sudden swelling, inability to bear weight, calcaneus & talus trauma.
Skin & Pressure
Hardened, thickened skin, painful pressure points under sole or between toes.
Select any number (1 – 6) or anatomical condition below to view its clinical illustration, understand common symptoms, and discover Dr. Shyam Thakkar's targeted treatment pathways.
Twisting injuries tearing the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) leading to recurrent giving-way, persistent swelling, and cartilage wear.
Immediate inability to bear weight, severe bruising spreading to toes, or visible joint deformity requires emergency fracture evaluation.
Non-surgical PRICE therapy & proprioceptive rehab first. For chronic laxity: 4K keyhole arthroscopic Broström ligament reconstruction with InternalBrace.
MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics), Fellowship in Foot & Ankle Surgery (USA, Europe, India)
Consultant Foot & Ankle Specialist & Reconstructive Surgeon
Dr. Shyam Thakkar is one of India's premier fellowship-trained orthopaedic foot and ankle subspecialists. Having trained at internationally acclaimed centers including the Orthopedic Foot & Ankle Center (OFAC, Ohio, USA), IRCCS Galeazzi Orthopaedic Institute (Milan, Italy), and Ganga Hospital (Coimbatore, India), Dr. Thakkar brings world-class joint preservation and reconstructive techniques to Pune and Maharashtra.
Locations & Hospital Affiliations
Consultations, clinical evaluation, and follow-ups are conducted at ARTICUL8 Foot & Ankle Clinic in Erandwane, Pune, and regular visiting OPDs across Pune, Mumbai, Kalyan, Solapur, Baramati, and Nanded.
Swargate, Pune
Visiting Consultant — Advanced Foot & Ankle Surgery & Joint Reconstruction
Pune & PCMC
Visiting Consultant — Sports Ligament Repair & Complex Trauma Fixation
Rasta Peth, Pune
Visiting Consultant — Total Ankle Replacement & Diabetic Limb Salvage
Pune Central
Visiting Consultant — Minimally Invasive Foot Surgery & Ankle Arthroscopy
Deccan & Hadapsar
Visiting Consultant — Deformity Correction & Complex Reconstructions
Erandwane, Pune
Primary OPD & Biomechanical Gait Analysis Center (Mon–Fri 7:00–9:00 PM)
Real stories from athletes, working professionals, and seniors who regained active mobility under Dr. Shyam Thakkar's specialized surgical care.
"After repeated ankle twists during marathon training, my ligament was completely lax. Dr. Thakkar performed arthroscopic repair with InternalBrace. I started jogging by week 7 and ran the Pune half marathon pain-free!"
"Suffered from severe morning heel pain from plantar fasciitis for 8 months. Dr. Thakkar gave me custom biomechanical orthotics and targeted stretching exercises. Within 4 weeks, my stabbing pain was completely gone!"
"Severe end-stage arthritis made every step agonizing. Other doctors advised ankle fusion which would make my joint stiff. Dr. Thakkar performed Hintermann H3 Total Ankle Replacement. I can walk naturally again without pain!"
Evidence-based answers on Plantar Fasciitis, Foot & Ankle Fractures, Total Ankle Replacement, and Achilles Tendon Reconstruction in Pune and Maharashtra.
Overnight while resting, the inflamed plantar fascia band contracts and shortens. Taking your very first step out of bed places sudden tensile stretch across the micro-tears, triggering sharp stabbing pain. Once you walk for several minutes, the fascia warms up, but pain often returns after prolonged sitting.
No. Scientific research proves that the heel spur is merely a traction reaction to tight plantar fascia, not the primary cause of pain. Over 90% of patients heal completely with custom biomechanical insoles, night splints, and calf stretching without ever needing surgery or spur removal.
Total Ankle Replacement (Hintermann H3) replaces the damaged joint surfaces with mobile artificial components that preserve natural up-and-down walking motion and protect neighbouring joints. Ankle fusion, by contrast, permanently welds bones together, eliminating motion and transferring stress to adjacent foot joints.
Bone healing generally requires 6 to 8 weeks in a cast or protective walking boot, followed by structured physical therapy to rebuild strength, joint mobility, and balance. Displaced intra-articular fractures often require CT-guided anatomical rigid internal fixation to prevent post-traumatic arthritis.
The InternalBrace is a high-strength biocompatible braided tape anchored across the repaired ligament. Acting like a seatbelt, it reinforces the anatomical Broström repair, eliminates the risk of re-tear, and enables accelerated rehabilitation so athletes can return to running and cutting sports much sooner.
Because MIS bunion surgery realigns the big toe through 2mm to 3mm pinhole punctures without stripping soft tissues, most patients walk on their heel in a specialized surgical shoe immediately on the day of surgery, avoiding prolonged bed rest.
Take the first step toward pain-free movement. Book an in-person clinical consultation at ARTICUL8 Foot and Ankle Clinic in Erandwane, Pune, or connect via WhatsApp for guidance across Mumbai, Kalyan, Solapur, Baramati, and Nanded.
* Direct line for consultations, emergency fracture reviews, and surgical second opinions.
Click any number (1 – 6) below to inspect condition details and clinical anatomy:
Zone 1
Twisting injuries tearing the anterior talofibular ligament (ATFL) leading to recurrent giving-way, persistent swelling, and cartilage wear.
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Click any number or pain zone to see potential causes, clinical diagram, and recommended treatment pathways.
Zone 1
"Frequent ankle twisting, giving way sensation, swelling on outer ankle bone."