subject: Affordable Knee Replacement Surgery In India [print this page] Affordable Knee Replacement Surgery In India The Knee is among the largest and the strongest and the most complex joints of the human body. The Knee consists of the lower end of the thigh bone (femur), the upper end of the shinbone (tibia) and the knee cap (patella) and the ends of these 3 bones [...]
Affordable Knee Replacement Surgery In India
The Knee is among the largest and the strongest and the most complex joints of the human
body. The Knee consists of the lower end of the thigh bone (femur), the upper end of the
shinbone (tibia) and the knee cap (patella) and the ends of these 3 bones where they touch are
covered with articular cartilage, a smooth substance that protects the bones and enables them to move easily.
A person suffering from pain, having difficulty in walking, climbing stairs and performing daily activities may benefit
Total Knee Replacement surgeries. If medicines and exercises do not work with a person, a Total Knee replacement Surgery can be considered.
A recent article from The Times of India dated 27 August 2012, says that lack of physical
activities and exercises result in joint problems, said Dr.Gyaneshwari Prasad, a senior geriatric physician from UK. She added, Most of the elderly people in India suffer from Osteoporosis, frequent fracture and weaker bone because of their poor food habits.
A Total Knee replacement surgery is usually advised to the patients who suffer from the
arthritic condition known as Osteoarthritis. It basically happens because of the age factor in
which the protein in the cartilage of the joints begin to minimize. The other causes for Knee
Replacement can be meniscus tears, cartilage defects and ligament tear. Knee replacement
surgery is a process in which the joint has reached such a stage wherein it becomes intolerable for the patient and is not treated with the help of non-surgical treatments and medicines.
Procedure and steps for Knee Replacement Surgery:
Total Knee replacement surgery which is also termed as Knee arthroplasty is, in which the damaged and the effected parts are replaced with artificial ones. The thigh bone (femur) is removed or replaced with a metal shell. The end of the lower leg bone (tibia) is removed and replaced with a plastic piece with a metal stem. A physical examination and a complete evaluation of the body like X-rays and blood tests give an overall idea of the damage and deformities in the Knee. A Knee Replacement Surgery is done in an operation theatre where a patient is given anesthesia. The surgery usually lasts for 2-3 hours. The patient becomes aware of its senses, until the effect of anesthesia wears off. The patient is kept under a keen observation by the doctors and the staff for 4-5 days. Patients gradually start with the physical therapy after 2 days of surgery. They start walking with the help of walkers. Some simple exercises are advised by the doctors for an easy mobility of the muscles. Vigorous activities are avoided for the patients.
Best Knee Replacement Surgery Facility In India
Dr. Santpure is one of the best qualified and experienced Knee Replacement Surgeons in the country today. He has conducted a number of successful Knee Replacement Surgeries.
Kamalnayan Bajaj Hospital is one of the leading multi-specialty hospitals which provide patients with unique facilities meeting the needs of patients.
Company Name - Dr. S.V. Santpure M.S.(Ortho), Fellowship, Baltimore (USA) - Consultant orthopaedic surgeon
