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Created On: 02/05/2011 05:22 AM

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 05/06/2013 04:41 PM
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johnteylor

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Hi Friends,

kneereplacement surgery in a damaged knee joint by placing an artificial prosthesis will alleviate pain and help better movement of the knee.

Today, every year, several kneereplacement surgeries are carried out in the world. Most patients are seniors - aged over 65 years.

For most patients, a kneereplacement surgical procedure will last for at least 15 to 20 years, especially if cared for properly and not put under too much strain. More than 90% of people who have total kneereplacement surgery experience a dramatic decrease in knee pain and a significant improvement in their ability to perform common activities of daily living.

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 04/22/2013 02:13 PM
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johnteylor

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Previously, kneereplacement surgeries were reserved for very old patients who were severely crippled by osteoarthritis. "Now patients in their 40s and 50s are experiencing an earlier onset of osteoarthritis that affects their daily lives.
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Jeniffer

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I really appreciated with your offer and information.
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 02/07/2011 01:39 PM
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Honestly, I'd be scared to have knee surgery in a foreign country, especially one across the ocean. Maybe they do have just as good of facilities, but what about follow-up? What if something goes wrong? How do I talk to about my concerns in the months following? I'd rather have a local doctor who I can work with while I heal.

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kavi77

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Visit Aurangabad, a popular destination for affordable Medical Tourism in India. Inclusive of imported material, the cost of surgery is less than 1/10th that in the US.
People from different places in the country and abroad come to Aurangabad to seek advice and treatment from Dr. Santpure Shivkumar, Consultant Joint Replacement Surgeon, at Kamalnayan Bajaj Hospital, Aurangabad. Dr. S.V. Shivkumar has earlier worked at prestigious hospitals like Maryland Center for Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction, USA, Lilavati Hospital & Bombay Hospital, Mumbai
He has performed over 2000 major major surgeries like joint replacements & Ilizarov since 2002. He is one of the few surgeons in India performing total knee, total hip, total shoulder, total elbow and revision joint replacements and Ilizarov surgeries.
Kamalnayan Bajaj Hospital is one of the largest private hospitals in State of Maharahtra and a pioneer in the field of Joint Replacement surgery in India. It is a 135 bed, 150,000 sq. ft. hospital, offering complete healthcare under one roof.
It is a reputed multi-speciality hospital, renowned for its excellent medical expertise, nursing care and diagnostic services. The hospital is in tune with the latest technology that promotes the health care and well-being of the patient. There are 5 operating theatres equipped with laminar airflow and the most sophisticated equipment for replacement surgery.
Post operative care involves the use of most sophisticated methods to control pain and hasten recovery, such as epidural pump, sequential compression device and CPM. All these ensure excellent range of motion of the joint and quick return to a normal active pain free life.
For FAQs, doubts or questions, click here to...Ask The Expert!
Visit Dr. S.V.Shivkumar's website http://www.kneeortho.org
Visit Aurangabad, a popular destination for affordable Medical Tourism in India. Inclusive of imported material, the cost of surgery is less than 1/10th that in the US.People from different places in the country and abroad come to Aurangabad to seek advice and treatment from Dr. Santpure Shivkumar, Consultant Joint Replacement Surgeon, at Kamalnayan Bajaj Hospital, Aurangabad. Dr. S.V. Shivkumar has earlier worked at prestigious hospitals like Maryland Center for Limb Lengthening & Reconstruction, USA, Lilavati Hospital & Bombay Hospital, MumbaiHe has performed over 2000 major major surgeries like joint replacements & Ilizarov since 2002. He is one of the few surgeons in India performing total knee, total hip, total shoulder, total elbow and revision joint replacements and Ilizarov surgeries.



Kamalnayan Bajaj Hospital is one of the largest private hospitals in State of Maharahtra and a pioneer in the field of Joint Replacement surgery in India. It is a 135 bed, 150,000 sq. ft. hospital, offering complete healthcare under one roof.It is a reputed multi-speciality hospital, renowned for its excellent medical expertise, nursing care and diagnostic services. The hospital is in tune with the latest technology that promotes the health care and well-being of the patient. There are 5 operating theatres equipped with laminar airflow and the most sophisticated equipment for replacement surgery.Post operative care involves the use of most sophisticated methods to control pain and hasten recovery, such as epidural pump, sequential compression device and CPM. All these ensure excellent range of motion of the joint and quick return to a normal active pain free life.

For FAQs, doubts or questions, click here to...Ask The Expert!

Visit Dr. S.V.Shivkumar's website http://www.kneeortho.org
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