Wrist Fusion Surgery in Telangana
Compare hospitals and surgeons offering Wrist Fusion Surgery in Telangana. Estimated cost: ₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000.
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What is Wrist Fusion Surgery?
Surgical fusion of the wrist bones to eliminate painful motion from severe arthritis or injury
1.5-3 hours
0-1 days
3-6 months
₹80,000 – ₹2,00,000
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Why Wrist Fusion Surgery Is Needed
Wrist fusion is recommended for severe wrist arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, or post-traumatic arthritis after old fractures, chronic wrist instability, or a badly damaged wrist joint where pain and instability haven't responded to splinting, medication, or less invasive joint-preserving surgery.
Signs You May Need Wrist Fusion Surgery
Warning signs include chronic, often severe wrist pain worsened by grip or movement, visible deformity or swelling, significant loss of wrist motion, weakness in grip strength, and pain that persists despite splints, injections, or anti-inflammatory medication.
Types of Wrist Fusion Surgery
Options include total wrist fusion, which eliminates all wrist joint motion for maximum pain relief and stability, and partial wrist fusion, which fuses only the most damaged bones while preserving some remaining wrist motion — the choice depends on which parts of the joint are affected and how much function can realistically be preserved.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will I be able to move my wrist at all after fusion?
With total fusion, the wrist joint itself no longer bends, though forearm rotation is preserved; partial fusion aims to keep some wrist motion where the unaffected joints remain healthy.
Will this relieve my pain?
Wrist fusion is highly effective at relieving arthritis pain since it eliminates the painful joint motion, though the trade-off is reduced wrist flexibility.
Are there alternatives to fusion?
Depending on the extent of damage, options like wrist joint replacement (arthroplasty) may preserve more motion, though fusion is generally more durable for heavy manual work — your hand surgeon can discuss which suits your lifestyle.
How long is the recovery?
Recovery is prolonged, often 3-6 months, since the bones need time to fully fuse together, typically with a cast or brace worn for the first several weeks.
Can I still do manual work after wrist fusion?
Many patients return to manual work and daily activities without the pain that limited them before, though tasks requiring fine wrist movement, like certain sports, may be more difficult afterward.