X Ray Knee Treatment in India
About X Ray Knee
Key Highlights
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Non-invasive and completely painless procedure.Quick, usually completed within 10-15 minutes.Provides clear images of bone structure, fractures, and alignment.Widely available and a cost-effective first-line diagnostic tool.No recovery time is needed; patients can resume normal activities immediately.Essential for diagnosing arthritis, injuries, and planning surgical interventions./ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent knee pain, swelling, or tenderness.
- Suspected fractures, dislocations, or bone injuries from trauma or falls.
- Evaluation of degenerative joint diseases like osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
- Assessing knee alignment issues (e.g., bowleg or knock-knee).
- Pre-operative planning for knee surgery (e.g., joint replacement).
- Monitoring the healing progress of a fracture or post-surgical changes.
- Investigating suspected infections or tumors in the knee bones.
How to prepare
- No special dietary restrictions or fasting is required.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing; you may be asked to change into a hospital gown.
- Remove all jewelry, belts, and any metal objects from the area being imaged.
- Inform the radiologist if there is any possibility of pregnancy.
- Bring any previous knee X-rays or imaging reports for comparison.
- No physical preparation like injections or sedation is needed.
Risks & possible complications
- Exposure to a very low dose of ionizing radiation, which is considered minimal risk for adults.
- Potential risk to a developing fetus; pregnancy must be disclosed before the procedure.
- There are no risks of allergic reactions, as no contrast dye is typically used.
- Very rare risk of inaccurate diagnosis if the images are not clear or are misinterpreted, though this is mitigated by the radiologist's expertise.
Recovery & hospital stay
- There is no recovery period; you can leave the imaging facility immediately after the X-ray.
- You can resume all normal activities, including driving, right away.
- The radiologist will analyze the images and send a detailed report to your referring doctor.
- Follow up with your doctor to discuss the results and the next steps in your treatment plan.
- No special post-procedure care or medication is required.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
0 days (immediate)
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering x ray knee in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in India with radiology departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform x ray knee. MediFyr helps you compare radiologists 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 x ray knee compare across other countries where we have data.
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Radiologists for X Ray Knee
Explore experienced radiologists who regularly perform x ray knee and provide pre- and post-operative care in India.
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Nanavati Hospital Mumbai
- 15 Years Experience
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Kamineni Hospital Vijayawada
- 12 Years Experience
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Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11
- 12 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai
- 12 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai
- 11 Years Experience
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Kamineni Hospital King Koti
- 10 Years Experience
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Kamineni Hospital LB Nagar
- 9 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Metro Hospital Noida Sector 11
- 8 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Kamineni Hospital King Koti
- 8 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Kamineni Hospital Vijayawada
- 6 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai
- 2 Years Experience
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Miot Hospital Chennai
- 5 Years Experience
- Interventional Radiologist
Gem Hospital Perungudi
- 21 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Manipal Hospital Siliguri
- 22 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 13 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Manipal Hospital Yeshwanthpur
- 31 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Artemis Hospital Gurgaon
- 10 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass
- 5 Years Experience
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Manipal Hospital Kanakapura Road
- 4 Years Experience
- Radiologist
Manipal Hospital EM Bypass