A Quick Guide to Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran – Benefits, Costs, Types

A normal and strong knee makes life easy; it helps us to walk better. But this beautiful gift from nature loses its functionality concerning age or due to uncertain accidents. In the worst cases, exercises or medicines are not enough to cure knee injury; people tend to pick knee surgeries as their best treatment. The medical sector worldwide has developed many good and effective treatments for knee injuries. Iran is also not lagging behind the race. One can have the best orthopedic surgeries, such as knee arthroplasty or knee replacement surgery in Iran at reasonable prices.

Knee replacement surgeries have evolved. They have become less complex or painful. The process and the cutting-edge equipment the doctors use cause the least amount of pain or discomfort. The chances of failure of such surgeries are quite low nowadays. People can get relief from chronic knee pains through the best knee replacement surgeries.

Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran

Knee Replacement Surgery, also known as Arthroplasty, is recommended for any structural damage to the knee due to wear and tear or in case of osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis. In Knee Replacement Surgery, the knee joint or the adjoining parts are partially or completely replaced with prosthetics.

Advantages of Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran

People can have the following benefits after successful knee replacement surgery.

1. They can have total relief from knee pain.

2. Their mobility of the knee increases to a great extent.

3. They can easily do their everyday task without any trouble.

4. They can easily sit on the floor or stand for a long time.

Different Types of Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran

Depending on the severity of knee damage, Knee Replacement Surgery can be of 4 types:

• Total Knee Replacement Surgery

• Partial Knee Replacement Surgery

• Knee Cap Replacement Surgery

• Revision Knee Replacement Surgery

Who Is a Candidate for Knee Replacement Surgery?

Candidates for knee replacement surgery typically experience:

• Chronic knee pain that limits daily activities

• Severe arthritis or joint damage

• Inadequate relief from conservative treatments like medications, physical therapy, or injections

A thorough evaluation by an orthopedic surgeon is essential to determine if knee replacement surgery is the most suitable treatment option based on individual health conditions, lifestyle factors, and treatment goals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran

Why Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran?

Knee surgeries are among the most popular and in-demand orthopedic procedures performed in Iran. More than 10,000 knee arthroplasties with a high success rate are performed annually at the best hospitals with the most recent technologies in different cities in our country, mainly in Tehran, Shiraz, and Mashad.

Iran has always been a quite popular destination for Orthopedic treatments, especially for patients from the Middle East due to the high percentage of success and safety in our country.
In Iran, the demand for knee replacement has been on the rise in recent decades. In light of this, and with the affordable pricing, more patients travel to Iran to get their knee reconstruction surgery done here. A high success rate of surgery in Iran relies on the knowledge and proficiency of our surgeons.
More than 100 Iranian surgeons have passed orthopedic residency (a four-year program) and then attended postgraduate courses in top medical universities. Many orthopedic specialists in Iran have also furthered their education in Europe and North America for sub-specialization in hand, spine, knee, and shoulder surgeries. Furthermore, with the great number of orthopedic surgeries carried out annually, Iranian surgeons can compete with those in the best countries in terms of the quality and efficacy of surgeries.

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What Is the Cost of Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran?

The cost of Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran is significantly cheaper compared to the US, UK, Singapore, etc. Every year, there is an upswing in foreign patients traveling to Iran for Knee Replacement Surgery.

• The minimum cost for a Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran starts from 3,800 USD.

• The average cost of a Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran is 5,000 USD.

• The maximum cost for Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran is up to 7,500 USD.

The factors that determine the cost of Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran, but not limited to, are:

• Admission fee

• Doctor fee

• Age of the patient

• Type of Knee surgery

• The medical condition of the patient

• Post-surgical complications that are involved

• Admission room that you opted for

• Any other lab or examination tests such as X-rays, ECG, etc.

The healthcare sector in Iran has grown tremendously. Some hospitals are best known for knee replacement surgeries that they provide. Shafa Yahyaeian, Akhtar, Erfan hospitals, etc. are some of the best hospitals for knee-related surgeries. Well-qualified and experienced knee replacement surgeons with great knowledge are available in Iran and can diagnose and plan an appropriate treatment for a knee injury.

What Is the Waiting Time for an Appointment for Knee Replacement Surgery in Iran?

Our case manager can connect you with doctors within 24 hours of receiving the query. After discussing the case, you can get an appointment within the first week as well. If the doctor is available, we can confirm the same as immediately as the next day. It is also possible to get the appointment and the surgery done in the same visit.

How Long Knee Replacement Surgery Lasts?

The real-time total knee replacement (TKR) takes about 2 hours. Still, the preparation of the surgery can add some more hours to it. Revision knee surgery, on the other hand, is more complex and requires additional time. It usually takes about 2-3 hours.

How Is Life after Knee Replacement Surgery?

It takes 3-6 months for complete recovery in a healthy body. It may also take up to 12 months. No matter what other brands may tell you, no implant can function 100% as your natural knee. The knee pain is minimized, not completely eradicated in most cases. Simple movements like walking may restore to normal, but implants don’t allow you to run a marathon. Patients should use good shoes of a proper fit with additional arch support. As already mentioned, implants can help you walk, but if you try to push it, you may damage the new knee as well. Heavy movement or weight-bearing exercises like running and skiing must be avoided.