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Get Free ConsultationTotal knee replacement removes damaged cartilage and bone, replacing the joint surface with a metal and plastic implant — typically recommended once arthritis pain limits daily activity and hasn't responded to non-surgical treatment.
A well-established, proven approach used for the majority of knee replacements worldwide.
Computer-guided precision for implant alignment and sizing, available at select partner hospitals for eligible cases.
Both knees can sometimes be treated in one trip — as simultaneous or staged surgery — for suitable candidates.
Your imaging is reviewed to confirm total or partial replacement is the right approach.
Bloodwork and anaesthesia clearance completed shortly after arrival in India.
Typically 1–2 hours per knee, under spinal or general anaesthesia depending on your case.
Guided walking starts the day after surgery to support faster, safer recovery.
A structured home exercise plan is shared before you fly, with tele-consultation follow-up.
Figures below are indicative ranges reported across accredited Indian hospitals, for planning purposes only — not a marketed or final price.
| Procedure | Indicative cost (USD) | Typical hospital stay |
|---|---|---|
| Unilateral total knee replacement | $5,000 – $7,000 | 4–5 days |
| Bilateral total knee replacement | $8,500 – $12,000 | 5–6 days |
| Robotic-assisted knee replacement | $6,500 – $9,500 | 4–5 days |
| Partial (unicompartmental) knee replacement | $4,000 – $6,000 | 3–4 days |
What this actually covers, and what it doesn't: Implant brand is the biggest cost swing — MedTrav's estimate specifies exactly which implant category is included before surgery, so the figure you plan around matches what's actually used.
Based on USD 6,000 and approximate September 2026 exchange rates — these move daily and are shown only as a rough reference. Your written estimate and final invoice are always confirmed in USD; your bank or card network sets the exact conversion at the time you pay.
Total replacement resurfaces the entire knee joint and is used for widespread arthritis; partial replacement treats damage confined to one compartment of the knee. Your orthopedic surgeon confirms which applies based on your X-rays and MRI.
Robotic assistance improves the precision of implant alignment, which some studies associate with better implant longevity and a smoother recovery — available at several partner hospitals for eligible cases, though conventional techniques remain a well-proven standard too.
Most patients are walking with support within 24 hours of surgery and using a cane or no support by 3–4 weeks, with full recovery and return to most activities by 3–6 months, depending on your pre-surgery fitness and how closely you follow physiotherapy.
Yes, for suitable candidates — either as a single bilateral surgery or as two staged surgeries a few days apart during the same trip, depending on your overall fitness and your surgeon's recommendation.
Modern knee implants typically last 15–25 years for most patients, though this varies with activity level, weight and implant type — your surgeon can give you a more specific estimate based on your case.
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