About Dr. Helge Schmitz
Designation: Consultant orthopedist and orthopedic surgeon
Department: Orthopedics
dr. helge schmitz is a renowned german orthopedist and orthopedic surgeon. he completed his education and training at the university hospitals in wuerzburg and duesseldorf, germany, specializing in orthopedics and orthopedic surgery. during this time, dr. helge schmitz focused on surgery of the knee and shoulder, including joint replacements, revisions, and arthroscopic surgery. in 2006, he established his practice in freiburg, germany.
dr. helge schmitz has a strong emphasis on arthroscopic surgery, as advancements in this field have expanded the possibilities for treating patients using minimally invasive techniques. he is recognized as a leading expert in arthroscopic knee surgery and is widely considered the best orthopedic surgeon for reconstructive arthroscopic surgery of the shoulder.
in addition to his surgical expertise, dr. helge schmitz is well-trained in orthopedic diagnostics and conservative orthopedic treatments, including joint and spine injection techniques, manual medicine, and chirotherapy. he has developed a special interest in extracorporeal shockwave therapy.
over the past few years, dr. helge schmitz has conducted numerous workshops and lectures both nationally and internationally. his interest in working in dubai was sparked by a course he gave on shockwave therapy for the musculoskeletal system during arab health 2019. he joined doctor reuter medical centers in 2021 and is now a globally recognized expert in medical-grade shockwave treatments.
Dr. Helge Schmitz specializes in the following areas:
Manual medicine / Chirotherapy
Functional problems are assessed, especially concerning the spine, which may lead to back problems or even problems of the complete leg or arm. the goal is to shift segmental dysfunctions of the spine potentially being an underlying causative factor for shoulder pain and pain of the upper and lower limb. a treatment plan is developed based on the symptoms, physical examination and results of possible imaging.
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
A non-invasive treatment that involves the delivery of shock waves to fight inflammation and eliminate the pain and tenderness and is apt to increase metabolism and thus induce healing in several causes for disease.
Arthroscopic Surgery
Using the most modern surgical techniques we can confirm our diagnoses made during the consultation beforehand and treat disorders inside the joint. it is done by “keyhole surgery” and can mostly be performed on an outpatient basis. it allows the surgeon to look inside your joint and enables to address and repair a majority of the articular disorders without making a large incision.
Injections
Injections are used to address inflammatory conditions, degenerative changes or can also be applied as a tool for differential diagnostics.