Foot Drop Surgery Treatment in India
About Foot Drop Surgery
Key Highlights
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Restores the ability to lift the foot, improving walking pattern (gait).Reduces the risk of trips, falls, and associated injuries.Can decrease or eliminate dependence on an ankle-foot orthosis (AFO) brace.Aims to address the root cause of the drop, whether nerve, muscle, or tendon-related.Helps prevent long-term complications like muscle contractures and joint stiffness.Enhances overall mobility, independence, and quality of life./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent foot drop that does not improve with physical therapy or bracing.
- Foot drop caused by peroneal nerve compression or entrapment (e.g., at the fibular head).
- Neurological conditions like stroke, cerebral palsy, or multiple sclerosis affecting dorsiflexion.
- Traumatic injury to the peroneal nerve or the muscles of the anterior compartment of the leg.
- Degenerative disorders such as Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease.
- Failed previous conservative management with ongoing functional limitation.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including physical exam, nerve conduction studies, and imaging (MRI/Ultrasound).
- Discussion of surgical goals, techniques (e.g., tendon transfer vs. nerve surgery), and realistic expectations.
- Pre-operative blood tests and medical clearance, especially for patients with underlying conditions.
- Discontinuation of certain medications (e.g., blood thinners) as advised by the surgeon.
- Arranging for post-surgery assistance at home for daily activities and transportation.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours prior to the surgery as per anesthesia guidelines.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: infection, bleeding, blood clots (DVT), and adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve injury, potentially causing numbness, tingling, or worsening of the foot drop.
- Failure of the tendon transfer or fusion to provide adequate correction or strength.
- Stiffness, pain, or swelling in the ankle and foot.
- Need for additional surgery (revision procedure).
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a chronic pain condition.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial period in a cast or protective boot to immobilize the foot and ankle.
- Strict elevation of the leg to control swelling and pain management with prescribed medications.
- Gradual transition to weight-bearing as guided by the surgeon, often using crutches.
- Essential physical therapy starting with gentle range-of-motion exercises, progressing to strengthening and gait training.
- Regular follow-up visits to monitor healing and remove sutures or casts.
- Long-term commitment to exercises to retrain muscles and maintain surgical outcomes.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering foot drop surgery in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for foot drop surgery in India include Miot Hospital Chennai, Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, Kamineni Hospital, Tadigadapa, Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, 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 foot drop surgery. 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 foot drop surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Foot Drop Surgery in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing foot drop surgery.
Hyderabad, India
67 Doctors
Vivaan Malhotra, a 28-year-old software engineer...
Vivaan Malhotra, a 28-year-old software engineer and avid weekend hiker, first noticed a problem when his right foot began to 'slap' the ground during his morning runs. Over six months, it progressed to tripping on uneven pavement and a noticeable, awkward lift of his knee to clear his toes when walking. An MRI revealed a peroneal nerve palsy, likely from crossing his legs at his desk for long hours. His orthopedic surgeon, Dr. Sharma, recommended a tendon transfer surgery to restore active dorsiflexion, explaining it would reroute a working tendon to lift his foot. Vivaan was anxious about surgery and the long recovery, fearing it would end his active lifestyle. The procedure went smoothly, and after six weeks in a cast and three months of intensive physiotherapy to retrain the transferred tendon, he regained a near-normal gait. The emotional journey was one of initial frustration and fear of permanent disability, transforming into immense relief and cautious optimism as he took his first unaided, trip-free steps, allowing him to plan a return to the trails.
Orthopedists for Foot Drop Surgery
Explore experienced orthopedists who regularly perform foot drop surgery and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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