Osteoarthritis of Wrist Treatment in Turkey
About Osteoarthritis of Wrist
Key Highlights
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Non-surgical management focused on pain relief and function preservation.Personalized treatment plans from an arthritis specialist.Can delay or prevent the need for surgical intervention.Improves grip strength and range of motion in the wrist.Addresses the underlying inflammatory and degenerative process.
Who is this surgery for?
- Persistent pain and stiffness in the wrist, especially after use or in the morning.
- Reduced range of motion and difficulty with gripping or twisting motions.
- Swelling and tenderness around the wrist joints.
- A grinding sensation (crepitus) or clicking during wrist movement.
- Diagnosis confirmed by X-ray showing joint space narrowing, bone spurs (osteophytes), or subchondral sclerosis.
- Failure to respond adequately to basic pain relievers and rest.
How to prepare
- Consultation with the Rheumatologist to review medical history and symptoms.
- Diagnostic imaging, typically X-rays, to assess the severity of joint damage.
- Blood tests may be ordered to rule out other forms of arthritis like rheumatoid arthritis.
- Discussion of current medications, including over-the-counter pain relievers.
- No specific fasting or major lifestyle changes are required for non-surgical management.
Risks & possible complications
- Side effects from medications (e.g., stomach upset from NSAIDs).
- Infection or local reaction at the site of a corticosteroid injection.
- Temporary flare of pain or inflammation after an injection.
- Skin thinning or discoloration at the injection site with repeated steroid use.
- Potential for tendon weakening with improper or excessive steroid injections.
- Progression of osteoarthritis despite treatment, possibly requiring future surgery.
Recovery & hospital stay
- After injections, rest the wrist for 24-48 hours; avoid strenuous activity.
- Use prescribed pain medications or anti-inflammatories as directed.
- Engage in prescribed physical therapy exercises to strengthen supporting muscles and improve flexibility.
- Use a supportive wrist splint as recommended, especially during activities or at night.
- Apply ice packs to reduce swelling and pain after activity.
- Attend follow-up appointments to monitor progress and adjust the treatment plan.
- Modify daily activities to reduce stress on the wrist joint.
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Typical hospital stay:
0 days (Outpatient procedure)
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Expected recovery time:
Varies; initial relief in days, full benefit of therapy may take 2-6 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering osteoarthritis of wrist in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with rheumatology 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 osteoarthritis of wrist. MediFyr helps you compare rheumatologists 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 osteoarthritis of wrist compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 54 – USD 272 | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ Varies; initial relief in days, full benefit of therapy may take 2-6 weeks | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 403 – USD 2,013 | 0 days (Outpatient procedure) | ~ Varies; initial relief in days, full benefit of therapy may take 2-6 weeks | Know More |
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