What is Joint Replacement Surgery?

Replacement of a damaged joint with an artificial prosthetic to restore function and reduce pain

What type of anesthesia is used?

Joint Replacement Surgery is typically performed under Spinal anesthesia. Your anaesthetist will review your health history, medications, and allergies before the procedure to ensure safety.

What is the recovery time?

Most patients recover within 6-12 weeks, though this varies by individual health, age, and compliance with physiotherapy. Light activities can usually resume within a few weeks; full recovery takes longer.

What are the risks of Joint Replacement Surgery?

As with any surgical procedure, risks include bleeding, infection, anaesthesia reactions, and rare complications such as injury to adjacent structures. Your surgeon will discuss your personal risk profile during the consent process.

What is the success rate of Joint Replacement Surgery?

Joint Replacement Surgery has a documented success rate of 92% when performed by qualified surgeons at accredited hospitals. Outcomes depend on the patient's overall health, disease severity, and adherence to post-operative care.

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Q: Who needs Joint Replacement Surgery?

Joint Replacement Surgery is recommended when non-surgical treatments have failed, when the condition significantly affects quality of life, or when imaging confirms the need for intervention. Your Orthopedic Surgery surgeon will assess your suitability after a detailed consultation.

Orthopedic Surgery · Orthopedic & Spine

1.5-3 hours

Duration

3-5 days

Hospital Stay

6-12 weeks

Recovery

₹1,00,000+

Cost

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📋Indications — Who Needs Joint Replacement Surgery?

1Failure of conservative (non-surgical) treatment after an adequate trial period
2Significant impact on daily activities, quality of life, or work capacity
3Imaging or diagnostic findings confirming the need for surgical intervention
4Risk-benefit analysis favouring surgery over continued observation
5Patient is medically fit for spinal anesthesia

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