Dr Manoj Miglani

Overview

Knee replacement surgery is one of the most effective orthopedic treatment procedures for those patients with chronic knee issues. When the patient experiences too much pain while sitting, walking, climbing, descending stairs, or even at rest. And if medications like steroids and painkillers are not helping, knee replacement is considered a potential treatment option for your knees. In this procedure, the damaged or diseased joints are replaced by using man-made artificial parts or prosthetics. With your new pair of knees, you will experience less or no pain and be able to move freely thereafter.

What are the various types of knee replacement surgery available?

Total or partial knee replacement is possible. If your knee is damaged due to arthritis, replacing a portion of the joint may provide relief.

Total knee replacement (TKR): This procedure replaces both sides of the knee joint with a new artificial knee joint. This procedure will take anywhere from 1 to 3 hours. After the procedure, the patient will experience less or no pain and improved mobility. However, scar tissue will remain, making it difficult to move or bend the knees at first.

Partial knee replacement (PKR): This procedure replaces only one side of the knee joint. Because a smaller portion of the joint or bone is removed, the incision is also smaller.

People who have partial damage to only one part of their knee should consider partial knee replacement.

Rehabilitation after surgery is faster because there is less blood loss and thus a lower risk of infection or blood clots. The hospital stay for the patient is also reduced in this case. And the patient may experience more natural movement after this surgery.

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The cost of knee replacement surgery

The cost of knee replacement surgery in India is comparatively more affordable than in any other developed country.

However, the cost may vary depending on multiple factors.

• The location of the hospital:
• The infrastructure of the hospital
• Skill and experience of your doctor
• The type of the procedure, like complete or partial knee replacement or unilateral or bilateral knee replacement
• The age of the patient
• Overall health condition of the patient
• Surgeon’s fees
• The cost of tests and medicines
• Pre and post-treatment care
• Cost of surgical equipment used in surgery
• Comorbidities of the patient

The knee replacement surgery in India may range from Rs. 1,50,000 to Rs. 4,00,000. The price may be more or less based on the above-mentioned factors.

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How much does a knee part cost for replacement?

A knee prosthesis is made up of three parts: a femoral component, a polyethylene patellar spacer, and a tibial component.

The femoral component costs between Rs 23,000 and Rs 45,600.

Patellar spacers range in price from Rs 9,000 to Rs 12,000.

The tibial component costs between Rs 12,500 and Rs 25,600.

The cost of knee replacement surgery in India includes the cost of knee prostheses as well as other surgical expenses.

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Why is the cost of knee replacement less in India?

The Indian currency is less valuable than other western currencies such as the US dollar or euro. As a result, getting knee replacement surgery in India is more affordable.

In India, there are numerous private hospitals that provide excellent care. As a result, competition among hospitals is increasing, and as a result, they provide therapy at a reasonable cost.

Our health advisors will help you to find the best doctors and hospitals for your treatment. All our experienced surgeons work in NABH accredited clinics and hospitals.

Despite the fact that Indian doctors and surgeons are highly skilled and experienced, as well as having international exposure, they charge significantly less than their international colleagues.

Even so, the standard of living in India is lower than in many other developed countries. As a result, food, transportation, lodging, and other expenses are lower here than in other Western countries.

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How can we help with the treatment?

If you are in search ofknee replacement surgery treatment in India, our health trip advisors will serve as your guide throughout the treatment. They will be physically present with you even before the medical treatment begins. The following will be provided to you:

• Opinions of expert physicians and surgeons
• Transparent communication
• Coordinated care
• Prior appointment with specialists
• Assistance with hospital formalities
• 24*7 availability
• Arrangement for travel
• Assistance for accommodation and healthy recovery
• Assistance in emergencies

We are dedicated to offering the highest quality medical tourism in India to our patients. We have a team of highly qualified and devoted health trip advisors who will be by your side from the beginning of your journey.