India’s contribution to the field of orthopaedics and sports medicine has seen significant growth in recent years, both in terms of research volume and academic impact. With over 8,300 publications to date and an annual output now approaching 1,100 to 1,200 research articles, India currently ranks among the top 15 to 17 countries globally in this domain. It stands as the third leading contributor in Asia, following China and Japan. This rise reflects the country’s increasing focus on trauma care, joint replacement surgery, spinal health, sports injury prevention, and post-operative rehabilitation. A notable strength of Indian research lies in its integration of traditional practices such as yoga and Ayurveda with modern orthopaedic science, especially in musculoskeletal rehabilitation and injury recovery protocols.

Major academic and clinical institutions like AIIMS (New Delhi), PGIMER (Chandigarh), CMC Vellore, Ganga Hospital (Coimbatore), and the National Institute of Sports (Patiala) are leading the charge, publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed work that often appears in internationally indexed journals. These institutions are also fostering global collaborations, particularly with research centers in the UK, USA, Germany, and Australia, and are actively participating in multi-center clinical trials and international orthopedic conferences such as AAOS and ISAKOS.

Thematically, Indian research is expanding into new territories, including the use of artificial intelligence in diagnostics, wearable technology for injury monitoring, and biomechanical studies combining engineering and clinical insights. Additionally, there is a growing emphasis on sports medicine focused on youth athletes and rural populations, highlighting India’s commitment to public health through both innovation and accessibility. Altogether, India's evolving presence in orthopaedics and sports medicine represents a dynamic blend of modern science, traditional wisdom, and global collaboration, positioning the country as a rising leader in this essential healthcare sector.