Supracondylar Osteotomy Treatment in India
About Supracondylar Osteotomy
Key Highlights
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Joint Preservation: Corrects deformity without replacing the natural knee joint.Pain Relief: Alleviates chronic knee pain caused by malalignment and uneven pressure.Improved Function: Restores proper leg alignment, enhancing stability, gait, and mobility.listrongDelays Arthroplasty:/strong Can postpone the need for a total knee replacement for many years./lilistrongCustomizable Correction:/strong The angle and fixation of the osteotomy are tailored to the patient's specific anatomy and deformity./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Symptomatic genu valgum (knock-knees) or genu varum (bowlegs) causing pain or functional limitation.
- Unicompartmental (one-sided) knee osteoarthritis secondary to limb malalignment.
- Post-traumatic deformities of the distal femur affecting knee mechanics.
- Certain metabolic bone diseases (e.g., Rickets, Blount's disease) causing progressive deformity.
- Younger, active patients (often under 60) with localized arthritis who wish to remain active.
- Knee instability or patellar (kneecap) tracking problems due to angular deformity.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive Evaluation: Full medical history, physical exam, and detailed imaging including full-length standing X-rays to measure the deformity angle.
- Medical Optimization: Management of any chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension) and cessation of smoking and certain medications (like blood thinners).
- Pre-operative Planning: Using X-rays or CT scans, surgeons precisely plan the correction angle and surgical approach.
- Pre-habilitation: Strengthening the quadriceps and hamstrings through prescribed physical therapy before surgery.
- Logistical Arrangements: Planning for post-operative assistance at home, arranging for crutches or a walker, and understanding weight-bearing restrictions.
Risks & possible complications
- General Surgical Risks: Infection, bleeding, blood clots (deep vein thrombosis), and adverse reactions to anesthesia.
- Nerve or Vessel Injury: Potential, though rare, damage to nerves or blood vessels near the surgical site.
- Delayed or Non-Union: The bone may heal slowly or fail to heal properly, potentially requiring further surgery.
- Loss of Correction: The bone may shift before fully healing, reducing the effectiveness of the realignment.
- Hardware Issues: Discomfort, irritation, or the need for later removal of plates and screws used for fixation.
- Stiffness or Reduced Range of Motion: Post-operative scarring can temporarily limit knee bending.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Immediate Post-Op: The leg is placed in a brace or splint. Pain is managed with medication. Early movement of the ankle and toes is encouraged to prevent clots.
- Hospital Stay: Typically 2-3 days for pain control, monitoring, and initiation of physical therapy.
- Weight-Bearing: Strict non-weight bearing or toe-touch weight bearing with crutches for 6-8 weeks is usually required to protect the healing bone.
- Physical Therapy: A critical component starting soon after surgery to manage swelling, restore range of motion, and gradually rebuild strength.
- Long-Term Healing: Full bone healing takes 3-6 months. The brace is typically worn for 6-12 weeks. Most patients return to low-impact activities by 4-6 months.
- Follow-up: Regular check-ups and X-rays are needed to monitor bone healing and alignment.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for full bone healing and return to most activities
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering supracondylar osteotomy in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for supracondylar osteotomy 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 supracondylar osteotomy. 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
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Top hospitals for Supracondylar Osteotomy in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing supracondylar osteotomy.
Gurgaon, India
141 Doctors
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Orthopedists for Supracondylar Osteotomy
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