Wrist Replacement Treatment in India
About Wrist Replacement
Key Highlights
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Restores pain-free wrist motion and function.Preserves wrist mobility compared to fusion surgery.Significantly improves grip strength and dexterity.Uses durable, modern prosthetic implants for longevity.Can dramatically enhance quality of life and ability to perform daily tasks.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe osteoarthritis of the wrist joint.
- Advanced rheumatoid arthritis or other inflammatory arthritis affecting the wrist.
- Post-traumatic arthritis following a wrist fracture or injury.
- Failed previous wrist surgery, such as a partial fusion.
- Persistent, debilitating wrist pain unresponsive to non-surgical treatments (medication, therapy, injections).
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging (X-rays, CT scan).
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop certain drugs like blood thinners.
- Arrange for help at home during the initial recovery period.
- Stop smoking well in advance of surgery to improve healing.
- Follow pre-operative fasting instructions provided by the hospital.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site or around the implant.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
- Nerve or blood vessel damage, leading to numbness or weakness.
- Implant loosening, wear, or failure over time, potentially requiring revision surgery.
- Stiffness, persistent pain, or limited range of motion.
- Allergic reaction to implant materials (rare).
Recovery & hospital stay
- The wrist is immobilized in a splint or cast for several weeks to protect the new joint.
- Pain is managed with prescribed medication.
- Hand therapy and occupational therapy are crucial, starting gently and progressing to exercises that restore strength and flexibility.
- You must avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities with the hand for an extended period (often 3-6 months).
- Regular follow-up appointments are needed to monitor healing and implant position via X-rays.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-4 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-6 months for full functional recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering wrist replacement in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for wrist replacement 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 wrist replacement. 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 wrist replacement compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Wrist Replacement in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing wrist replacement.
Gurgaon, India
141 Doctors
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Orthopedists for Wrist Replacement
Explore experienced orthopedists who regularly perform wrist replacement and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
- 12 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway
- 10 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway
- 18 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria
- 9 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani
- 11 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 6 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 16 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospital Bhubaneswar
- 14 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway
- 12 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 14 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway
- 14 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospitals Broadway
- 10 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
SIMS Hospital Vadapalani
- 31 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria
- 11 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 13 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospital Salt Lake
- 11 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 9 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Manipal Hospital Dhakuria
- 13 Years Experience
- Orthopedist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon