Osteotomy Tibia Treatment in Turkey
About Osteotomy Tibia
Key Highlights
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Joint-preserving surgery that can delay or avoid the need for a total knee replacement.Corrects leg alignment to redistribute weight away from damaged cartilage.Can significantly reduce pain and improve function in the knee or ankle.Often allows patients to return to higher-impact activities post-recovery.Performed with precision using advanced surgical planning and techniques.
Who is this surgery for?
- Unicompartmental (one-sided) osteoarthritis of the knee, especially in younger, active patients.
- Genu varum (bow legs) or genu valgum (knock knees) deformities causing pain or instability.
- Post-traumatic malunion of a previous tibia fracture.
- Certain congenital deformities affecting the tibia's alignment.
- To correct alignment prior to or in conjunction with ligament reconstruction (e.g., ACL).
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation, including blood tests and imaging (X-rays, CT scans) for surgical planning.
- Discussion of medications; cessation of blood thinners (e.g., aspirin, warfarin) as advised.
- Pre-operative physiotherapy to strengthen surrounding muscles.
- Fasting for 8-12 hours before the surgery as per anesthesia guidelines.
- Arranging for post-operative assistance at home and necessary aids like crutches.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site or in the bone.
- Blood clots (deep vein thrombosis) or pulmonary embolism.
- Nerve or blood vessel damage, potentially causing numbness or circulation issues.
- Delayed union or non-union of the bone (bone not healing properly).
- Over-correction or under-correction of the deformity.
- Hardware irritation from plates and screws, possibly requiring removal.
- Compartment syndrome (increased pressure in the leg muscles).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay for pain management and initial monitoring, typically 2-3 days.
- Use of crutches or a walker for 6-8 weeks with no weight-bearing on the operated leg.
- Strict elevation and icing of the leg to control swelling.
- Structured physiotherapy beginning soon after surgery to restore range of motion and strength.
- Gradual return to weight-bearing as guided by X-rays showing bone healing.
- Regular follow-up visits to monitor healing and alignment.
- Avoidance of high-impact sports for 4-6 months or until cleared by the surgeon.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-3 days
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Expected recovery time:
6-9 months for full recovery and return to sports
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering osteotomy tibia in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for osteotomy tibia in Turkey include Istinye Üniversitesi Hastanesi Liv, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Bahçeşehir, Liv Hospital Ankara, 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 osteotomy tibia. 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 osteotomy tibia compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Osteotomy Tibia in Turkey
These partner hospitals in Turkey have dedicated orthopedics teams and experience managing patients undergoing osteotomy tibia.
Istanbul, Turkey
140 Doctors
Aarav Miller, a 32-year-old high school...
Aarav Miller, a 32-year-old high school biology teacher and weekend soccer enthusiast, had lived with a subtle bow in his right leg since adolescence. Over the past three years, increasing pain on the inner side of his knee became impossible to ignore, forcing him to stop playing the sport he loved. An orthopedic surgeon diagnosed him with progressive varus (bowlegged) malalignment, which was overloading and prematurely wearing out the medial compartment of his knee. The doctor recommended a high tibial osteotomy (HTO) to realign his leg, shift weight to the healthier side of his knee, and prevent the need for a knee replacement in his 30s. Terrified of a major surgery but desperate to regain an active life, Aarav underwent the procedure. The initial recovery was grueling, six weeks on crutches, intense physical therapy, and moments of deep frustration. However, after six months of diligent rehab, the pain was gone. A year later, he was coaching soccer again. Emotionally, he journeyed from feeling like his body was betraying him to empowered, having taken proactive control of his long-term joint health.
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