Total Knee Replacement in Dehradun
The damaged surfaces of the knee joint are replaced with metal and plastic components to relieve arthritis pain and restore movement.
Go Surgery lists 3 Orthopaedics doctors in Dehradun, the speciality that performs total knee replacement.
- Duration
- About 1.5–2 hours
- Anaesthesia
- Spinal or general anaesthesia
- Hospital stay
- 3–5 days
Orthopaedics surgeons in Dehradun
View all 3 Orthopaedics doctors →Orthopaedics doctors, listed with their registration details where on file. Please confirm with the doctor that they treat your specific case.
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Limited local data: Go Surgery lists few orthopaedics doctors or hospitals in Dehradun so far. Our care team can still help you find one.
Nearest larger city on Go Surgery: Chandigarh
We list 3 orthopaedics doctors in Dehradun but no hospital for orthopaedics there yet. Chandigarh, about 129 km away (straight line), has 133 orthopaedics doctors and 40 hospitals listed.
Total Knee Replacement in Chandigarh →When it's recommended
- Advanced knee arthritis with pain limiting daily life
- Knee deformity from arthritis
- Failure of non-surgical treatment
What happens during the procedure
- Spinal anaesthesia with nerve block
- Incision over the knee
- Damaged bone and cartilage removed and implants fixed
- Wound closed; walking starts within about a day
Recovery
Walking with support in a day or two; most daily activities by 6 weeks; continued improvement for months with physiotherapy.
Typical hospital stay: 3–5 days
Risks & complications
- Infection
- Blood clots
- Stiffness
- Implant wear or loosening over many years
Total Knee Replacement cost in Dehradun
Go Surgery doesn't publish prices for total knee replacement yet. Costs vary with the procedure, the hospital and the city, so ask for a written estimate that lists the surgeon's fee, hospital charges, anaesthesia, consumables and follow-up.
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Total Knee Replacement in Dehradun: FAQs
How long does Total Knee Replacement take?
About 1.5–2 hours. The exact time depends on your case.
Will I need to stay in hospital?
Typical hospital stay: 3–5 days.
What anaesthesia is used?
Spinal or general anaesthesia. Your anaesthetist will confirm the plan for you.
How long is recovery after Total Knee Replacement?
Walking with support in a day or two; most daily activities by 6 weeks; continued improvement for months with physiotherapy.
Who should I see for total knee replacement in Dehradun?
Total Knee Replacement is treated by orthopaedics doctors. Go Surgery lists 3 in Dehradun. Check the registration details on each profile and ask how often the doctor treats cases like yours.
Do I need to travel to Chandigarh for total knee replacement?
Not necessarily: ask a doctor in Dehradun first. We list 3 orthopaedics doctors in Dehradun but no hospital for orthopaedics there yet. Chandigarh, about 129 km away (straight line), has 133 orthopaedics doctors and 40 hospitals listed.
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| Laparoscopic Hernia Repair | About 45–90 minutes | General anaesthesia | Same day or 1 day |
| Cataract Surgery (Phacoemulsification) | About 15–30 minutes | Topical (drops) or local anaesthesia | No stay — day care |
| RIRS (Retrograde Intrarenal Surgery) | About 45–90 minutes | General anaesthesia | Same day or 1 day |
| Circumcision | About 20–45 minutes | Local or general anaesthesia | Same day |
| Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) for Varicose Veins | About 45–60 minutes | Local anaesthesia | Same day |
| Laparoscopic Appendectomy | About 45–60 minutes | General anaesthesia | 1–2 days (longer if the appendix had burst) |
| Gynecomastia Surgery | About 1–2 hours | General or local anaesthesia with sedation | Same day |
Other treatments in this speciality
Partial Knee Replacement
Only the worn part of the knee (usually the inner side) is replaced, preserving the healthy parts and ligaments. It suits carefully selected patients.
Total Hip Replacement
The damaged ball and socket of the hip are replaced with artificial components, relieving pain and improving mobility.
ACL Reconstruction
The torn ACL is replaced with a graft (usually from your own hamstring or patellar tendon) arthroscopically to restore knee stability.
Knee Arthroscopy
A camera is inserted into the knee through small incisions to diagnose and treat problems such as meniscus tears and loose bodies.
Meniscus Repair
A torn meniscus is stitched arthroscopically so it can heal, preserving the knee's natural cushion.
Shoulder Arthroscopy
Small incisions and a camera are used to treat shoulder problems such as impingement, labral tears and recurrent dislocation.
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