Knee replacement cost, Info & FAQs

Knee replacement surgery (arthroplasty) is a procedure to replace the weight-bearing surface of a damaged knee joint. It results in the pain being relieved and your movement ability increased.

It’s only carried out if other treatment methods (e.g. physiotherapy, medications, braces) are not suitable for the patient.

Around 85% of the replaced joints will last more than 20 years.

Knee replacement is most commonly performed for patients who suffer from: osteoarthritis; rheumatoid arthritis; psoriatric Arthritis; haemophilia; knee injury.

If you have stiff, painful knee and it is difficult to move it fully or to perform daily activities, you should consult with a specialist.

Patients go for knee replacement abroad for multiple reasons. Main ones being:

• There are no (or very short) waiting lines for orthopaedic surgeries
• Individual attention from the surgeons
• Recommendations from previous patients, friends or family
• Top quality service for affordable prices
• Possibility for a refund from your local health board
• All-inclusive rehabilitation packages

Read / watch reviews of our previous patients below.

Our patients are covered by a reliable insurance covering surgical malpractice. Yet, first & foremost, we ensure maximum safety.

Our clinic is not based in the centre of Stockholm or London, and does not have to pay eye-watering rents. We also work with a limited number of patients and do now waste massive sums on marketing. Therefore, you pay only for the surgery (and not for an expensive location or advertising on TV or in the tube).

At the same time you get an all-inclusive package (making your travel stress-free) when booking with us.

Getting the surgery abroad involves similar risks as getting the surgery at home. For that reason, we recommend to always check the following:

• The surgeons and their credentials. Preferably, ask for an online consultation to meet your surgeon before going abroad
• What do the previous patients say about the clinic and their experience
• Whether you will be insured

Never base your decision on the price alone.

You can have your surgery done for free by claiming a refund from your local health board. We are helping patients with the documentation needed in order to claim a refund after following the EU directive route for medical treatment abroad. Patients usually choose this route because of the long waiting list in their country of origin.

After knee replacement you will be hospitalised for a few days (and our specialists with help you with the immediate recovery). Firstly, you will be walking with assistance or a walking stick. Yet, after 1 month, you will be already seeing massive positive changes. In six weeks (following the surgery) the patients usually walk with minimal help. Full recovery takes up to 6 months.

Travelling back home

Most of the patients can travel back 6-7 days after the surgery. However, patients who are overweight or have additional health issues may need to stay a bit longer – for 8-10 days.

For your flight back it is advisable to get special assistance to help getting in/out of the plane. The service is freely provided by the airports/airlines.

Most of the patients can drive in 3-4 weeks after the surgery.

Our clinic uses only top-notch knee implants such as: Zimmer Biomet, Smith & Nephew. These implants have a very low dislocation rate.

LEGION knee replacement system by Smith & Nephew:

• exceptional strength;
• low wear rate;
• greater bone mass preservation during surgery due to the original design of the prosthesis and minimal removal of articular surfaces;
• excellent biocompatibility thanks to the OXINIUM◊ alloy used in the prosthesis, which has been found to be hypoallergenic, even among those with metal allergies. OXINIUM◊ alloy contains: cobalt (<0.002%), chromium (<0.02%) and nickel (<0.0035%).

You will not need any special changes in your daily environment.

We like to say that our clinic (based in Lithuania, EU) is not a factory. That is we work only with a limited number of patients per year. That helps us to provide our best and give much-needed personal attention to the patients.

The clinic itself is equipped with the newest medical technologies. Naturally, it checks all the EU care standards and employs maximum safety measures. After surgeries the patients stay in cozy single-bed rooms. It makes your recovery calm and pleasant.

Our brand is rated 4.8/5 by hundreds of UK & EU patients. See their (video) reviews here.

Read about our surgeons at the bottom of this page.

• Everything for the treatment, anesthesia, 2-3 night of hospitalization;
• Implants (Zimmer Biomet, Smith & Nephew)
• Necessary stay at a city-centre hotel;
• Needed consultations, medical tests;
• Finding best airplane ticket deals;
• Meeting at the airport, personal driver within Lithuania;
• 24/7 assistance in Lithuania;
• Help with after-care, insurance of up to €50,000 against injury.

Just as with any any other surgery, certain complications are possible. These include:

• Infections (below 1% of cases)
• Deep vein thrombosis (up to 15% of cases)
• Nerve injuries (1-2% of cases)
• Persistent pain (up to 15% of the patients)
• Loss of motion, instability, stiffness of the knee
• Unexpected bleeding
• Failure of the implant during the first 5 years (2% of cases)

During the consultations with the surgeon you will be fully informed & guided through all potential complications.

What if they occur:

While you are still in Lithuania: in case you are feeling unwell or there is anything abnormal, you will be immediately checked upon by the medical personnel. Should there be a need for a follow-up procedure, it would be carried out for you free of charge.

Complication in the later stages of the recovery is even rarer and most of the time not an emergency. If they happen, our surgeon would consult you online and explain the steps to take.

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