Ankle Replacement in Delhi

Ankle replacement is done in patients who have severe end-stage ankle arthritis. Ankle replacement is a viable option in patients who do not want ankle arthrodesis and want movement at the ankle joint, as arthrodesis results in loss of movement in the ankle joint. In patients with active ankle joint infection, Charcot arthropathy, severe osteoporosis, osteonecrosis of the talus, peripheral vascular disease and peripheral neuropathy, it is contraindicated (not to be done).

In general, the surgery takes 2-3 hours.

If surgery normally went without complications and the patient was not suffering from other diseases like diabetes, hypertension, asthma etc., the patient is usually discharged after 2-3 days. But this duration may vary depending on surgeon preferences.

Patients will have to take rest for several weeks and, after that, have to undergo several physiotherapy sessions to help strengthen the ankle joint. It may take 3 months to 6 months post-surgery to perform routine activities.

Risks may include stiffness of the ankle, infection, damage to nerves, implant loosening and failure, deep vein thrombosis, and fracture during surgery. In case of any complication, contact your surgeon immediately.

With the advancement of technology and better-quality implants, ankle replacement is becoming a common surgery worldwide. The patient can resume daily activities with proper follow-up care and physical therapy.

It depends on patient activity, age and overall health. But the average knee lasts for 5-10 years.

It depends on the hospital category chosen by patients and the type of implant discussed. At Simpainortho.com, we have tried to reduce the cost of surgery and hospital expenses and included complete after-surgery services, which patients require after surgery because we know treatment doesn't end at the patient's discharge. To ensure the quick recovery of patients in simpainortho.com, we believe that a patient requires expert care within the most comfortable surroundings until he can join routine activities. So, we have made different packages for different patients according to need, and that too at the most affordable prices.

Yes, most insurances have included ankle replacement surgery.