About Tendon Repair of Leg
Key Highlights
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Restores strength, stability, and range of motion in the injured leg.Performed by specialists trained in children's unique musculoskeletal anatomy.Minimizes long-term disability and promotes a return to sports and play.Tailored surgical techniques to protect growth plates and ensure proper development.Can prevent chronic pain, weakness, and gait abnormalities if left untreated.
Who is this surgery for?
- Complete tendon rupture (e.g., Achilles tendon rupture from a sudden jump).
- Severe tendon lacerations from sharp trauma.
- Chronic tendonitis or tendinopathy that has not responded to conservative treatment.
- Avulsion injuries where the tendon pulls a piece of bone away.
- Certain congenital conditions affecting tendon alignment or function.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive physical exam and imaging (MRI or ultrasound) to assess the tear.
- Discussion of medical history, allergies, and current medications with the surgical team.
- Pre-operative tests as required (blood tests, ECG).
- Fasting for a specified period before surgery as instructed by the anesthesiologist.
- Arranging for post-surgery support and transportation for the child.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the surgical site.
- Bleeding or hematoma formation.
- Nerve or blood vessel damage, leading to numbness or circulation issues.
- Stiffness, scarring, or adhesions around the tendon.
- Re-rupture of the tendon.
- Reactions to anesthesia.
- Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial immobilization in a cast, splint, or walking boot to protect the repair.
- Strict elevation and icing to manage pain and swelling in the first few days.
- Pain management with prescribed medications.
- Gradual, supervised physical therapy to restore flexibility and strength, crucial for pediatric patients.
- Follow-up appointments to monitor healing and adjust the rehabilitation plan.
- A gradual, phased return to weight-bearing and sports activities over several months.
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Typical hospital stay: 1-3 days
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Expected recovery time: 6-12 months for full return to sports; initial healing in 6-8 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering tendon repair of leg 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.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform tendon repair of leg. MediFyr helps you compare pediatric orthopedics 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 tendon repair of leg 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 months for full return to sports; initial healing in 6-8 weeks | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 6,442 – USD 20,131 | 1-3 days | ~ 6-12 months for full return to sports; initial healing in 6-8 weeks | Know More |
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