Joint Replacement Surgery in India

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Joint Replacement Surgery

Joint replacement surgery is removing a damaged joint and putting in a new one. A joint is where two or more bones come together, like the knee, hip, and shoulder. The surgery is usually done by a doctor called an Orthopaedic Surgeon. Sometimes, the surgeon will not remove the whole joint, but will only replace or fix the damaged parts. The doctor may suggest a joint replacement to improve how you live. Replacing a joint can relieve pain and help you move and feel better.

Joint Replacement Surgery, Wanowarie - Ruby Hall Clinic

What are the causes / indications?

Osteoarthritis (OA)
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA)
Developmental abnormalities of joint formation
Genetic predisposition to abnormal cartilage metabolism
Repetitive micro joint injuries
Severe trauma to the joint cartilage (cushioning tissue at the end of the bones)
Post traumatic arthritis

What are the benefits?

The joint replacement surgery is most successful surgery in the history of Orthopedics. There are two main reasons to have a joint replacement

During a hip or knee replacement, a surgeon removes the painful, damaged surfaces of the joint and replaces them with metal implants with plastic inserts.This gets rid of the pain, because the diseased cartilage is removed and replaced.
The second reason is to improve joint function after a joint replacement, people can walk more easily. Some may be able to ride a bike or play golf as well.

What are the risks?

Risk factors can include Medical Risks, Intra-Operative, Immediate, Long Term & Medium Term out of which the most common are as follows :

Cardio-pulmonary insufficiency
Pulmonary embolism
Venous Thromboembolism
Nerve damage (rarely)
Reaction to anaesthesia or other drugs
Loosening of the components: the bond between the bone and the components or the cement may break down or fatigue. As a result the component moves inside the bone, causing pain.
Dislocation
Infection

Is Joint Replacement for you?

Joint replacement may be the right choice if you’re in a lot of pain and other treatments haven’t helped enough. But you want to be sure the joint is the true source of pain. If you actually have nerve or muscle pain, a joint replacement won’t help. Your Orthopaedic Surgeon can tell the difference by doing a careful physical exam and by asking you questions about your pain. Consider a joint replacement “if pain is interfering with how you want to live your life.”

Why Ruby Hall Clinic, Wanowarie?

Ruby Hall Clinic, Wanowarie is at the forefront in offering the latest in orthopedic treatment & surgical techniques. Our primary objective is “early mobilization & minimal discomfort”. This state-of-the-art specialized health care facility is designed to provide the highest levels of professional expertise and patient care in the field of orthopedics. The department is supported by a high tech imaging services such as X-ray, CT and MRI. Physiotherapy and rehabilitation services are available to restore the health and functional abilities of people postoperatively.

Treatments & Procedures

Joint replacement surgeries of knee and hip (TKR and THR)
Revision knee and hip replacement surgeries
Trauma and fracture surgeries
Shoulder surgeries
Management of arthritis
Treatment of osteomyelitis
Keyhole surgeries such as arthroscopic ligament reconstruction (ACL), meniscus and chondral surgeries
Management of open fractures
Endoscopic spine surgeries
Minimal invasive surgeries
Arthroscopic Ligament Reconstructions
Sports Injuries
Fusion of joints (Arthrodesis)

Here are answers to some basic questions to help guide you through your journey at Ruby Hall Clinic Wanowarie:

Q: Do cardiac tests hurt?

A: At Ruby Hall Clinic Wanowarie, patient comfort is of utmost priority and our doctors ensure that all tests are as minimally invasive as possible. While most procedures are comfortable and pain free, we may beed to draw blood for diagnostic samples, Be rest assured our diagnosticians have ample expertise and place your comfort above all.

Q: What are some factors that put me at risk for cardiac problems?

A: While there are a variety of factors that can put you at risk for cardiac problems, a good lifestyle can eradicate some of the risks. However, some factors include smoking tobacco, high cholesterol or blood pressure, excess physical exertion or physical inactivity, obesity or diabetes.

Q: Am I a candidate for heart surgery?

A: At the Department of Cardiology, our experts provide medical management, treatments or lifestyle modification guidelines to help treat your condition. If these treatments have not worked for you, or can’t be used to treat your cardiac condition, heart surgery might be an option. In such instances, our specialists will work with you to decide whether heart surgery is the best treatment option for you.

Q: What are the risks of heart surgery?

A: While our hospital offers stellar results for heart surgery, it is important to understand that as with any other surgery, this too, comes with risks. Some of these include bleeding, inflammation or infection, a reaction to anaesthesia, damage to other organs or in rare cases, death. However, these risks are higher if surgery is performed in emergency situations, or if the patient has underlying conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, lung disease, or peripheral arterial disease. Before finalising on surgery, our specialists go over the potential risks with you and help determine the course of treatment that’s best for you.

Q: How soon should someone be treated if they suffer from a heart attack?

A: Heart attacks refer to the death of heart muscle and are caused by a block in the artery. Current technology allows for the re-opening of blocked arteries to preserve heart muscle and thereby heart function. For this purpose, we highly recommend that medical help be sought as soon as chest pain and associated symptoms occur. Most often, heart attacks treated in the earliest possible time frame have the best chances for a smooth, swift recovery.