Surgery in India


Knee / Hip /Joint / Bone surgery in India

  • Success rate of over 99%
  • World-Class Surgeons each with experience of over 10,000 hip/knee replacements
  • Ultra modern hospitals each with track record of over 25,000 hip/knee replacements
  • Latest computer navigated surgeries, Custom- Fit joint replacements
  • Extremely low costs, with no compromise on quality or comfort


List of procedures for knee / hip / joint / bone treatment

( This is a partial list. Please Enquire for the procedure you need and we will respond! )


  • Arthrodesis
  • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Surgery
  • Post traumatic deformity correction
  • Congenital deformity correction
  • Osteotomy
  • Ortho-oncology
  • Carpal Tunnel Release
  • Arthritis
  • Swellings like Ganglions,giant cell tumors of tendon sheath
  • Tendon repairs, grafts and transfers
  • Toe-transfers
  • Complex Fractures; Non-union, Infectious
  • Synovectomy

( This is a partial list. Please Enquire for the procedure you need and we will respond! )

Knee Replacement Surgery (Knee Arthroplasty):

Knee replacement surgery, also known as Total Knee Replacement or Knee Arthroplasty, is performed by expert surgeons using world class implants with a success rate of 99 % in India.  This procedure, involves removal of damaged joint surfaces within the knee and their replacement with artificial prosthesis made of metal, plastic or ceramic.
Total knee replacement becomes necessary when the cartilage within the knee becomes extensively worn out, primarily because of inflammation caused by osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gouty arthritis, and lupus arthritis.

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Hip Replacement Surgery ( Hip Arthroplasty):

Hip Resurfacing Surgery is bone conserving surgery that seeks to achieve functional results similar to that of a hip replacement procedure, but in doing so adopts a more conservative surgical approach which minimises bone mass removal from the hip joint, and also uses a smaller implant.

During standard hip replacement surgery, the surgeon would remove the entire ball of the ' ball and socket joint' of the hip. In the case of hip resurfacing surgery, the ball would be left intact and a metal cap is placed around the cartilage section that has worn away. The top of the femoral head is re-shaped so that its profile is closely matched to the underside of the cap of the implant. This metallic cap protects the cartilage from further deterioration. This approach leaves a large amount of bone which supports the metal cap. The other component of the implant is a metal cup that becomes the socket of the joint. The implant used in hip resurfacing surgery is much smaller than the implant used in hip replacement surgery.

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Hip Resurfacing Surgery:

Hip Resurfacing Surgery is bone conserving surgery that seeks to achieve functional results similar to that of a hip replacement procedure, but in doing so adopts a more conservative surgical approach which minimises bone mass removal from the hip joint, and also uses a smaller implant.

During standard hip replacement surgery, the surgeon would remove the entire ball of the ' ball and socket joint' of the hip. In the case of hip resurfacing surgery, the ball would be left intact and a metal cap is placed around the cartilage section that has worn away. The top of the femoral head is re-shaped so that its profile is closely matched to the underside of the cap of the implant. This metallic cap protects the cartilage from further deterioration. This approach leaves a large amount of bone which supports the metal cap. The other component of the implant is a metal cup that becomes the socket of the joint. The implant used in hip resurfacing surgery is much smaller than the implant used in hip replacement surgery.

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Shoulder Replacement Surgery:

Shoulder replacement surgery is a procedure for replacing the shoulder joint in order to treat acute arthritis or traumatic shoulder injury. The ends of the damaged upper arm bone and the shoulder bone (scapula) are replaced or capped with artificial materials of plastic or metal. Depending on the implant used, the shoulder joint is kept in place either by a special cement or by facilitating the organic growth of bone which happen over a period of time.

Ankle Replacement Surgery:

Ankle replacement surgery is performed to replace the damaged articular surfaces of the three bones of the ankle joint with artificial implants. This procedure is now being preferred to arthrodesis (fusion of the bones) because ankle replacement surgery restores range of motion to the joint. The surgery is normally offered to patients with arthritis who do not suffer from osteoporosis of the ankle.

Partial Knee Replacement ( Unicompartmental Knee Replacement):

Partial knee replacement is minimally invasive surgery in which only the most affected cartilage tissue of the knee joint is removed. Artificial implants of metal or plastic are placed on top of the shin bone and .below the thigh bone. If necessary, a and a patellofemoral replacement is placed below the kneecap The partial knee surgery can be done only if the arthritis in the knee is not widespread, if the ligaments are strong and if the patient is not obese.

Ilizarov Procedure / Bone lengthening

The Ilizarov Procedure is practised very successfully in India. This technique, pioneered by Dr Ilizarov of Russia in the mid-1950s, involves the creation of an artificial gap between bone ends by stretching the bones apart minutely, day after day, during the treatment period using an external device. The gap that is thus created is filled in naturally by the body by the generation of new tissue-bone, nerves, blood vessels, etc. Over a period of time, the limb can be lengthened by up to 6 inches. The technique when practised by an expert specialist, results in steady lengthening of the limb and good generation of strong bone tissue.

The meniscus cartilage is the key components of the anatomy of the knee. Meniscus tears along the outer rim can be repaired using minimally invasive arthroscopic surgery with excellent results. If the meniscus repair is in the central section, the blood supply to this area is not good enough to enable successful regeneration of tissue. Hence, where the damage is towards the centre of the meniscus, the surgeon may need to perform meniscectomy for removal of the meniscus.








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Total Knee Replacement Procedure in India
( Knee Arthroplasty)

What is a Total Knee Replacement?

A total knee replacement is a surgical procedure during which a degenerated knee joint is replaced using an artificial implant.  The knee joint primarily works as a hinge between the thighbone and the leg bone.  During a total knee replacement procedure, the lower end of the thighbone is cut away and replaced by a metal component. Similarly, the upper end of the leg bone is also cut away and replaced with a plastic implant that is mounted on a metallic stem.  If the kneecap is also diseased, a plastic component is placed under the surface of the kneecap.

About the knee joint

The knee is a complex hinge joint which comprises:

The knee joint functions normally when the movement of one bone across the other happens smoothly without any friction.  A healthy knee has a smooth cartilage surface on all three bones.  The cartilage has a cushioning effect when the bones are in motion.  The other surfaces of the knee are lined by a tissue called the synovial membrane which releases a lubricating fluid.  It is this fluid that completes the mechanism for smooth functioning of the knee joint.

What medical conditions cause knee pain and degeneration?

The primary cause of constant knee pain and malfunction of the knee joint is arthritis.

The most common forms of arthritis which affect the knee joint are the following:

Do I actually need a Total Knee Replacement?

You do not need a knee replacement if:

You will benefit from a knee replacement if:

Your surgeon will evaluate you to correlate your symptoms with x-ray images of your knee to confirm degeneration of the knee joint and to verify that you will benefit from knee replacement.

Why is the implant so important? How is the implant type selected?

The selection of the appropriate implant is a very important aspect of the total knee replacement process.  Your surgeon will consider the following while picking a specific implant: your age, level of activity, lifestyle, the specific anatomy of your knee and other medical conditions

What is the life of the implant?

Today, implants are available in a variety of designs and materials.  The life of an implant is approximately 10 to 15 years, although there are many patients whose implants have lasted more than 25 years.  Hospitals in India offer the latest in implants, including the Oxinium implant, which is constructed of oxidized zirconium metal, which provides smooth movement with extremely low wear and tear.

Preparing for your knee replacement procedure

During the period prior to your knee replacement, you will undergo:

How exactly is this procedure done?

Knee replacement surgeries can be performed either under:

The total duration of the surgery will be approximately 60 to 75 minutes.

During the surgery an incision, approximately 6 to 8 inches long, is made along the front of the knee.  The quadriceps muscles are detached from the kneecap, which is then moved aside to expose the junction of the thighbone and the leg bone.  The ends of the bones are then cut away to very precise measurements using special tools.  The anterior cruciate ligament as well as affected cartilage tissue is removed.  The posterior cruciate ligament may also need to be removed.  The implant is then placed and aligned with the joint and the bones, often with the assistance of computer navigation.  The implant can be either a press-fit implant or a cemented implant.

After the surgery

You will be moved to a recovery room after your surgery is completed.  Your vital signs and recovery from anaesthesia will be monitored for two to three hours, after which you may be allowed to return to your hospital room.

Your physiotherapist will teach you to exercise your lungs to clear it of congestion following surgery.  You will also be asked to gently move your feet to enhance blood circulation to your knee joint and avoid formation of blood clots.

Physiotherapy of the knee joint will commence a day or two after surgery with gentle movement and bending exercises.

Stitches will be removed 10 days after surgery after which you can fly back home.  The hospital will provide you with medical documentation for your airline so that a wheelchair is made available to you for movement within the airport in India and at the destination airport.  You will also receive a medical dossier providing full reports of the investigations performed on you, medical details about the surgery performed, details of the implant that was used, medications to be taken, physiotherapy protocol and the list of do's and don'ts to ensure that you get the best out of your total knee replacement.

What will be the duration of my stay in India?

In the normal course, the total duration of stay in India will be approximately 12 to 14 days, of which the first 5-7 days would be in hospital, followed by recuperation stay in a hotel or apartment.

Do's and don'ts after Total Knee Replacement

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Total Hip Replacement Procedure in India ( Hip Arthroplasty)

What is a Total Hip Replacement?

A total hip replacement is a surgical procedure during which a degenerated hip joint is replaced using an artificial implant.  The hip joint primarily works as a junction between the hip and the thighbone, through a ball and socket arrangement.  During a total hip replacement procedure, the worn away cartilage and bone is removed and replaced with artificial implant components.

About the hip joint

The hip structure comprises of a ball and socket and is one of the largest joints in the body.  In this arrangement, the acetabulum constitutes the socket, while the upper end of the thighbone forms the ball.

A healthy hip has a smooth cartilage surface across the bone surface.  The cartilage has a cushioning effect when the bones are in motion.  The other bone surfaces of the hip are lined by a tissue called the synovial membrane which releases  a lubricating fluid.  It is this fluid that completes the mechanism for smooth functioning of the hip joint.  The ball and socket are held together by ligaments which also provide stability to the hip joint

What medical conditions cause hip pain and degeneration?

The primary cause of constant hip pain and malfunction of the hip joint is arthritis.

The most common forms of arthritis which affect the hip joint are the following:

Do I actually need a Total Hip Replacement?

Hip replacement is not necessary if:

Hip replacement is advisable if:

Your surgeon will evaluate you to correlate your symptoms with x-ray images of your hip to confirm degeneration of the hip joint and to verify that you will benefit from hip replacement.

How is the implant selected?

Selecting the right implant is important for a successful hip replacement surgery.  Some of the factors that will come into play while picking your implant will be the following: your age, lifestyle, nature of activity, the specific condition of your hip and other medical factors

What is the life of the implant?

Implants are available in a wide range of designs and materials of construction.  The average life of an implant is approximately 10 to 15 years. With progress in technology, there are many patients whose implants have lasted more than 25 years.  Hospitals in India offer the latest in implants, including the OXINIUM-on-XLPE implant, constructed of oxidized zirconium metal, which provides smooth movement with extremely low wear and tear.

Preparing for your hip replacement procedure

in preparation for your hip replacement, :

How exactly is the hip replacement procedure performed?

Hip replacement surgeries can be performed either under

The total duration of the surgery will be approximately two hours.

There are many approaches to hip surgery.  The incision can be made on the back, the front or the side of the hip depending on the nature of the problem and the technique favoured by your surgeon.

In a stepwise procedure, the surgeon first removes the damaged cartilage and bone.  The upper part of the thighbone is cut and the ball is removed.  A special tool called a reamer is used to work on the hip socket - the damaged cartilage and bone is removed to leave an even rounded surface which can receive the new implant. The other component of the implant, containing the ball is inserted into the hollow portion of the thighbone and is fixed firmly in place.  The implant material is made of natural alloy or ceramics.

After the surgery

You will be shifted from the operating theatre to a recovery room where your vitals will be monitored for a few hours.  Generally speaking, most patients will be shifted to the hospital room after this monitoring period.  A physiotherapist will visit you the day following surgery and commence gentle exercises.  An important exercise involves your lungs to clear it of post-surgery congestion.

Stitches placed during surgery will be removed 10 days later. You should be free to fly home to your country after this.

At the time of your discharge, the hospital will provide you with a folder containing records of all investigations and a discharge summary which will describe your condition on admission to the hospital, the course of investigations and treatment as well as the doctor's advice to you upon discharge.  In addition, you will receive dietary advice as well as prescriptions for medication to be taken after your discharge from hospital.

You will also be provided with the surgeon's certificate that you are fit to fly - a requirement with most international airlines.

What will be the duration of my stay in India?

The total duration of your stay in India would be approximately 2 weeks, including five to seven days in the hospital. If you wish to have a recuperative holiday after your surgery, we will be happy to assist you with your plans.

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Hip Resurfacing Surgery in India

What is a Hip Resurfacing Procedure?

A total hip replacement is a surgical procedure during which a degenerated hip joint is resurfaced or reworked to receive an artificial implant.  The hip joint primarily works as a junction between the hip and the thighbone, through a ball and socket arrangement.  The hip resurfacing procedure is a relatively conservative procedure that preserves the ball (femoral head).  The surface of the femoral head is prepared to receive a metallic cap and this helps to protect the cartilage. A matching metallic cup is placed in the socket. During hip movement the cartilage in the hip joint is protected by the metal implants.

About the hip joint

The hip structure comprises of a ball and socket and is one of the largest joints in the body.  In this arrangement, the acetabulum constitutes the socket, while the upper end of the thighbone forms the ball.

A healthy hip has a smooth cartilage surface across the bone surface.  The cartilage has a cushioning effect when the bones are in motion.  The other bone surfaces of the hip are lined by a tissue called the synovial membrane which releases  a lubricating fluid.  It is this fluid that completes the mechanism for smooth functioning of the hip joint.  The ball and socket are held together by ligaments which also provide stability to the hip joint.

What medical conditions cause hip pain and degeneration?

The primary cause of constant hip pain and malfunction of the hip joint is arthritis.

The most common forms of arthritis which affect the hip joint are the following:

Do I actually need a major procedure like Hip Replacement or Hip Resurfacing?

Hip replacement or resurfacing is not necessary if:

Hip replacement or resurfacing is advisable if:

Your surgeon will evaluate you to correlate your symptoms with x-ray images of your hip to confirm degeneration of the hip joint and to verify that you will benefit from the surgery.

Is Hip Resurfacing a better option for me compared to Total Hip Replacement ?

Hip Resurfacing is a better option for you if:

Hip Resurfacing MAY not be for you if:

Advantages of hip resurfacing surgery

How is the implant type selected?

Selecting the right implant is important for a successful hip resurfacing surgery.  Some of the factors that will come into play while picking your implant will be the following: your age, lifestyle, nature of activity, the specific condition of your hip and other medical factors      

What is the life of the implant?

Implants are available in a wide range of designs and materials of construction.  The average life of an implant is approximately 10 to 15 years. With progress in technology, there are many patients whose implants have lasted more than 25 years.

Preparing for your Hip Resurfacing procedure

In preparation for your hip resurfacing:

How exactly is the hip resurfacing procedure performed?

Hip resurfacing surgeries can be performed either under:

The total duration of the surgery will be approximately two hours.

There are many approaches to hip resurfacing.  The incision can be made on the back, the front or the side of the hip depending on the nature of the problem and the technique favoured by your surgeon.

During standard hip replacement surgery, the surgeon would remove the entire ball of the ' ball and socket joint' of the hip.  In the case of hip resurfacing surgery, the ball would be left intact and a metal cap is placed around the cartilage section that has worn away.  The top of the femoral head is re-shaped so that its profile is closely matched to the underside of the cap of the implant. This metallic cap protects the cartilage from further deterioration. This approach leaves a large amount of bone which supports the metal cap. The other component of the implant is a metal cup that becomes the socket of the joint. This component surface is designed to allow natural bone growth extends into the component, does integrating it into the hip bone structure and providing stability to the joint.  The implant used in hip resurfacing surgery is much smaller than the implant used in hip replacement surgery.

After the surgery

You will be shifted from the operating theatre to a recovery room where your vitals will be monitored for a few hours.  Generally speaking, most patients will be shifted to the hospital room after this monitoring period.  A physiotherapist will visit you the day following surgery and commence gentle exercises.  An important exercise involves your lungs to clear it of post-surgery congestion.

Stitches placed during surgery will be removed 10 days later. You should be free to fly home to your country after this.

At the time of your discharge, the hospital will provide you with a folder containing records of all investigations and a discharge summary which will describe your condition on admission to the hospital, the course of investigations and treatment as well as the doctor's advice to you upon discharge.  In addition, you will receive dietary advice as well as prescriptions for medication to be taken after your discharge from hospital.

You will also be provided with the surgeon's certificate that you are fit to fly - a requirement with most international airlines.

What will be the duration of my stay in India?

The total duration of your stay in India would be approximately 2 weeks, including five to seven days in the hospital. If you wish to have a recuperative holiday after your surgery, we will be happy to assist you with your plans.