Osteoarthritis of Hand Treatment in Turkey
About Osteoarthritis of Hand
Key Highlights
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Focus on preserving growth plates and long-term joint health in developing children.Multidisciplinary approach involving pediatric orthopedics, rheumatology, and occupational therapy.Aims to relieve chronic pain and improve hand function for daily tasks and development.Tailored surgical techniques to correct deformities and restore alignment.Goal of minimizing impact on a child's physical and social development.
Who is this surgery for?
- Diagnosis of juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA) leading to secondary osteoarthritis.
- Post-traumatic osteoarthritis following a hand or wrist fracture.
- Congenital or developmental hand conditions predisposing to early joint degeneration.
- Persistent pain, swelling, and stiffness not relieved by extensive non-surgical management.
- Progressive joint deformity or instability that impairs hand function and daily activities.
- Significant limitation in range of motion affecting a child's development or quality of life.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive evaluation including detailed medical history, physical exam, and imaging (X-rays, possibly MRI).
- Consultation with pediatric rheumatologist to rule out or manage active inflammatory arthritis.
- Pre-operative occupational therapy assessment to establish baseline function.
- Discussion with the child and parents about surgical goals, expectations, and the recovery process.
- Pre-operative blood tests and medical clearance as required.
- Planning for post-operative pain management and support at home and school.
Risks & possible complications
- Standard surgical risks: infection, bleeding, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Nerve or blood vessel injury, potentially leading to numbness or circulation issues.
- Stiffness, incomplete pain relief, or recurrence of symptoms.
- Damage to growth plates, potentially affecting future bone growth.
- Need for further surgery due to hardware issues, non-union, or disease progression.
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS), a chronic pain condition.
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial period with a splint or cast to protect the surgical site, followed by a removable splint.
- Strict elevation of the hand to control swelling and pain in the first few days.
- Early initiation of supervised occupational therapy for gentle mobilization and edema control.
- Gradual progression to strengthening exercises and functional task training over weeks to months.
- Activity restrictions, especially in sports and heavy play, for an extended period as advised.
- Regular follow-up visits with the pediatric orthopedic surgeon to monitor healing and progress.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-12 weeks for initial healing; 6-12 months for full functional recovery and therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering osteoarthritis of hand in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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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 osteoarthritis of hand compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 870 – USD 2,719 | 1-3 days | ~ 6-12 weeks for initial healing; 6-12 months for full functional recovery and therapy | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 6,442 – USD 20,131 | 1-3 days | ~ 6-12 weeks for initial healing; 6-12 months for full functional recovery and therapy | Know More |
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Our 8-year-old daughter fractured her elbow in a playground fall, and Dr. Prashanth Inna was absolutely phenomenal. He explained the complex procedure in simple terms, calmed our nerves, and the minimally invasive surgery went perfectly. His follow-up care was thorough, and she's now back to gymnastics without any issues!