Arthrodesis Treatment in India
About Arthrodesis
Key Highlights
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Provides permanent relief from severe, debilitating joint pain.Eliminates joint instability, restoring a stable foundation for weight-bearing and movement.Corrects significant bone deformities and malalignments.Offers a durable, long-term solution when joint replacement is not an option.Can prevent further joint deterioration and adjacent joint problems.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis not relieved by conservative care.
- Post-traumatic arthritis following a serious joint injury or fracture.
- Chronic joint instability from ligament damage or neuromuscular disorders.
- Advanced joint destruction due to infection (septic arthritis).
- Painful joint deformities, such as those from Charcot arthropathy.
- Failed previous joint surgery, including a failed joint replacement.
- Certain spinal conditions like spondylolisthesis or degenerative disc disease.
How to prepare
- Complete medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging (X-rays, CT, or MRI).
- Discussion of all medications; discontinuation of blood thinners as advised.
- Pre-operative counseling to understand the permanent loss of joint motion.
- Smoking cessation to significantly improve bone healing and reduce complication risks.
- Arranging for post-operative assistance at home for daily activities.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery as per anesthesia guidelines.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, blood clots (DVT/PE), and anesthesia reactions.
- Nonunion or delayed union, where the bones fail to fuse properly.
- Nerve or blood vessel damage near the surgical site.
- Persistent pain at the fusion site or development of pain in adjacent joints.
- Hardware irritation, breakage, or the need for future removal.
- Limitation of motion and permanent stiffness in the fused joint.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial hospital stay for pain management and monitoring.
- The fused limb (e.g., ankle, wrist) will be placed in a cast or splint for several weeks.
- Strict non-weight bearing or limited use as directed by the surgeon to allow fusion.
- Gradual transition to physical therapy to strengthen surrounding muscles and adapt to the fused joint.
- Regular follow-up X-rays to monitor bone healing and fusion progress.
- Long-term lifestyle adaptations to protect adjacent joints from increased stress.
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Typical hospital stay:
3-5 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for initial bone fusion; up to 12 months for full recovery and adaptation
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering arthrodesis in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for arthrodesis in India include Medanta The Medicity, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Miot Hospital Chennai, Nanavati Max Hospital, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform arthrodesis. MediFyr helps you compare orthopedists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for arthrodesis compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 1,632 – USD 4,895 | 3-5 days | ~ 3-6 months for initial bone fusion; up to 12 months for full recovery and adaptation | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 12,079 – USD 36,236 | 3-5 days | ~ 3-6 months for initial bone fusion; up to 12 months for full recovery and adaptation | Know More |
Top hospitals for Arthrodesis in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing arthrodesis.
Gurgaon, India
141 Doctors
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