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Joint replacement surgery in India
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Joint replacement surgeries
Patients from different countries travel to India for joint replacement surgeries due to lower costs, advanced technologies, and shorter waiting times. From robotic knee replacements and total ankle arthroplasty to total hip replacement and partial shoulder replacement surgeries, they come to India for various advanced joint treatments. We help them choose the right joint replacement surgeon, get the best surgery cost estimate, benefit from prompt appointments and know their options to make informed medical travel decisions.
Joint replacement conditions
- Avascular necrosis – It is a disorder when bone tissue in the joint dies due to a lack of blood supply, resulting in pain and potentially harming the joint.
- Rheumatoid arthritis – A chronic autoimmune condition that damages and inflames the body’s joints and other organs.
- Osteoarthritis – It is a degenerative joint that destroys bone and cartilage in the joints.
- Hip dysplasia – It is a disorder where the hip joint does not develop normally, leading to instability, potential pain, and long-term damage.
- Joint trauma – It is an injury to a joint that causes pain, swelling, and restricted movement of the joint. It can result in dislocation or fracture.
- Degenerative joint diseases – Ailments that cause the cartilage and bones in joints to break down over time, resulting in pain and decreased mobility.
Common diagnostic tests
An orthopedic surgeon diagnoses the injury through a medical evaluation to confirm the need for joint replacement surgery.
- Medical history – To learn about previous injuries or to determine if the patient has osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
- Physical examination– To check for any signs like swelling, inflammation, or restricted movement in the joint.
- Imaging tests– MRIs, X-rays, CT scans, etc., to evaluate the severity of the damage to the joints, bones, and surrounding tissue of the affected area.
- Blood tests – To check for underlying conditions that could increase the complication rate for joint replacement surgery.
- Joint aspiration – To diagnose joint inflammation or pain by removing and analyzing fluid from the affected joint.
- Degenerative joint diseases – Ailments that cause the cartilage and bones in joints to break down over time, resulting in pain and decreased mobility.
Common joint replacement surgeries
Knee replacement surgeries
Knee replacement surgery substantially enhances the lives of patients who experience persistent knee pain and injury.
- Total knee replacement – The entire knee joint will be replaced, including the tibia, femur, and patella, with metal and plastic prosthetic components made up of ceramic, plastic, or metal.
- Partial knee replacement – Only the injured area of the knee joint with prosthetic components while retaining the healthy parts of the knee. This helps in faster recovery and reduced post-operative pain.
- Bilateral knee replacement – Both knees are replaced simultaneously, which can be advantageous for patients with severe arthritis. This surgery leads to a faster and more convenient recovery.
- Revision knee replacement – The old knee prosthesis will be removed, and the surgeon will then replace or remove any damaged bone or tissue. The incision is stitched up, and the new knee implant is secured in place.
Hip replacement surgeries
The procedure makes it possible for patients with persistent hip pain and limited mobility to improve their quality of life greatly.
- Total hip replacement – The surgeon replaces the entire hip joint, including the ball and socket, with metal and plastic prosthetic components made up of ceramic, plastic, or metal.
- Partial hip replacement – Only the injured area of the hip joint will be replaced with prosthetic components, while the healthy parts of the hip will be retained.
- Bilateral hip replacement –In patients with severe arthritis or damage in both hips, the surgeon simultaneously replaces both hips, which can be advantageous.
- Hip resurfacing – The damaged surface of the hip joint is removed and replaced with a metal cap that fits over the existing ball and a metal cup that fits into the socket.
Shoulder replacement surgeries
Patients with persistent shoulder pain and limited mobility benefit greatly from the procedure in terms of their quality of life.
- Total shoulder replacement – The entire shoulder joint is removed and replaced, including the ball and socket, with metal and plastic prosthetic components made up of ceramic, plastic, or metal.
- Partial shoulder replacement – Only the injured area of the knee joint with prosthetic components while retaining the healthy parts of the knee. This helps in faster recovery and reduced post-operative pain.
- Revision shoulder replacement – This surgery is performed only when a prior shoulder replacement has failed or grown loose. They take out the old parts and replace them with new ones.
- Shoulder hemiarthroplasty – The surgeon makes an incision, replaces the shoulder joint’s damaged ball portion with a metal implant with a stem, closes the wound, and places the implant.
Advanced joint replacement treatments
Uniheal’s partner hospital offers the latest techniques, such as minimally invasive total joint replacement, computer-assisted joint surgery, and robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery, and top-notch expertise.
- Robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery – Robotic-assisted joint replacement surgery uses robotic technology to help the surgeon replace a joint more precisely and accurately.
- Minimally invasive total joint replacement – Minimally invasive total joint replacement surgery replaces a broken joint while causing the least amount of damage to the muscles and surrounding tissues.
- Computer-assisted joint surgery – Computer-assisted joint surgery uses computer technology to give the surgeon real-time feedback and precision during joint replacement surgery.
Post-joint replacement surgery services
Uniheal provides top-notch services before surgery and aftercare services like concierge services, travel arrangements, follow-up care, etc.
- 24/7 support
- Follow-up care
- Concierge services
- Travel arrangements
Meet the doctors
Know more about the orthopedic surgeons and specialists who bring top-notch expertise in various specialty areas. They are trained by top-tier medical institutions in India and abroad and are focused on evidence-driven, patient-centered, high-quality care.
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FAQs
Joint replacement surgery is commonly performed on the knee, hip, shoulder, etc., to remove a diseased or damaged joint and replace it with an artificial material to improve mobility, restore function, and relieve pain.
Some of the common joint replacement conditions are vascular necrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, degenerative joint diseases, etc. Accidents that can cause joint damage and require joint replacement surgery include overuse or wear and tear, fractures, dislocations, workplace injuries, and car accidents.
Some of the signs that may indicate a joint injury are as follows.
- Swelling and inflammation
- Joint deformity
- Difficulty standing or walking
- Bone-on-bone grinding or clicking
- Persistent pain
- Limited mobility
Some of the common diagnostic tests like checking your medical history, a physical examination to check for signs like swelling and inflammation, and imaging tests like MRIs, X-rays, and CT scans to evaluate the severity of damage to joints and surrounding tissues, blood tests to check for any underlying conditions, followed by joint aspiration to diagnose pain or inflammation.
Some of the common knee replacement surgeries are total knee replacement, partial knee replacement, bilateral knee replacement, and revision knee replacement.
Some of the common hip replacement surgeries are total hip replacement, partial hip replacement, bilateral hip replacement, and hip resurfacing.
Some of the common shoulder replacement surgeries are total shoulder replacement, partial shoulder replacement, revision shoulder replacement, and stemmed hemiarthroplasty.
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