Elbow replacement or total elbow arthroplasty is surgery that is done to reduce pain and restore mobility in people whose elbow joints have been damaged. The damage could be from a disease such as rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or from a traumatic injury. In some cases, the damage can be surgically repaired but if the damage is extensive, your doctor might recommend elbow replacement surgery. Elbow replacement surgery in India is done by some of the very eminent joint replacement surgeons.
Healthcare in India is already very low as compare to western counteries. The cost of Unilateral or single Elbow Replacement Surgery in India is approx 6000 - 7500 USD. Different Hospitals in India have different prices for elbow replacement surgery depending upon the room catagory and implants chosen. Dr Vikas Gupta at Max Hospital and Dr Mukesh Jain at Vardhman Hospital does Elbow Repacement Surgery at 6000 USD.
Hospitals in North India which specialize in Elbow Joint Replacement Surgery and Arthroscopy include some of the most prominent hospitals like Aarvy Hospital at Gurgaon, Max Hospital in New Delhi, Vardhman Hospital in Muzaffarnagar, Medanta Medicity at Gurgaon, Artemis Health Institute at Gurgaon, Fortis Hospital at Gurgaon. Today Gurgaon is the preferred destination for patients coming to India due its close proximity to the New Delhi International Airport and also because of the availability of some of the finest Elbow Surgeons.
Elbow replacement surgery is a complicated procedure partly because the elbow has several moving parts that balance each other with great precision to control the movements of your forearm. For Elbow Replacement Surgery the Best Specialists include Dr Mukesh Jain at Vardhman Hospital Muzaffarnagar, Dr IPS Oberoi at Artemis Hospital Gurgaon, Dr Vikas Gupta at Max Hospital New Delhi, Subhash Jangid at Fortis Hospital Gurgaon and Dr Manoj Miglani at Fortis Hospital Delhi.
Several conditions can cause elbow pain and disability, and lead patients and their doctors to consider elbow joint replacement surgery. Because total elbow replacements are often needed by people with rheumatoid arthritis, a lot of research is conducted into joint degeneration in these patients. In recent years, candidates for elbow replacement have included more than just people with RA. Others who might consider elbow replacement in India include people whose elbows have been damaged due to arthritis, trauma , multiple fracture of the elbow joints, failed surgey of the elbow joint and instabilty due to recurrent injuries.
The majority of patients have experienced an improved quality of life after total elbow replacement surgery. They experience less pain, improved motion and strength, and better function. A careful, well-planned rehabilitation program is critical to the success of an elbow replacement. You will be taught some exercises for your hand and wrist to avoid stiffness and help to control swelling. You will do gentle elbow range-of-motion exercises as the incision heals. Your doctor may prescribe therapy or may teach you how to do the exercises yourself.
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