Surgery for Severe Osteoarthritis (Joint Replacement – Hip, Knee)
Care Before the Procedure
- Discuss medical history, medications, and allergies with the surgeon.
- Complete preoperative investigations including blood tests and imaging.
- Arrange transportation and home support for post-surgery recovery.
- Follow fasting instructions if general anesthesia is planned.
Care During the Procedure
- Surgery performed under general or regional anesthesia for comfort and safety.
- Prosthetic joint implanted with precise alignment and fixation.
- Monitor vital signs and anesthesia response throughout the procedure.
- Use sterile technique to prevent infection and ensure proper hemostasis.
Care After the Procedure
- Begin early mobilization and physiotherapy as advised by the team.
- Take prescribed medications for pain and prevention of blood clots.
- Monitor for signs of infection, swelling, or prosthetic complications.
- Gradually increase activity levels under supervision to restore function.
Eligibility
- Patients with advanced hip or knee osteoarthritis causing severe pain.
- Individuals with functional limitations affecting daily activities and quality of life.
- People who have not improved with medications, injections, or physical therapy.
- Candidates suitable for anesthesia and able to participate in postoperative rehabilitation.
- Discuss medical history, medications, and allergies with the surgeon.
- Complete preoperative investigations including blood tests and imaging.
- Arrange transportation and home support for post-surgery recovery.
- Follow fasting instructions if general anesthesia is planned.
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Orthopedics
KIMSHEALTH’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery offers internationally recognised, multidisciplinary care for all musculoskeletal problems. Using minimally invasive techniques ranging from endoscopic spine surgery to robotic joint replacement, our surgeons develop a treatment plan customised for each patient by working closely with anaesthesia, rehabilitation, and other specialists. We manage complex trauma and fractures with a dedicated 24/7 trauma ICU, provide limb reconstruction (including Ilizarov techniques) and perform microsurgical reimplantation for severe limb injuries. We cover arthroscopy and sports-injury care, hand and microvascular surgery, paediatric orthopaedics and scoliosis correction, plus specialist clinics for back pain, osteoporosis and arthritis.
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