Shoulder arthroplasty is the surgical management of various kinds of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, rotator cuff injuries, impingement syndrome, traumatic injury, post-traumatic instability, failed anterior dislocation and fracture-dislocation of the humeral head. These lesions affect mainly young people with extensive damage to the articular cartilage.
They present severe pain and dysfunction in shoulder movement. The usual treatment involves one or more prostheses which must be fixed to the bone using several screws. Unfortunately, most patients who require this type of surgery have poor physical condition and obesity.
Injuries to the shoulder joint can occur as a result of a fall, motor vehicle accident, sporting activity, or during manual labor. For many people, the initial symptom is pain at the front of the shoulder or discomfort while reaching across the body with the affected arm.
Often patients report feeling like they have “torn something” in the shoulder joint. When injuries are caused by overuse they are referred to as ‘soft tissue injuries. Soft tissue injuries include sprains, strains, ligament ruptures and cartilage injuries.
Highlights:Rotator Cuff Injuries
Rotator cuff injuries can occur from aging, increased loads on the rotator cuff muscles and excessive training loads. They can also occur from repetitive activities such as golf or gardening and commonly cause discomfort during movement and overhead activities. In most cases pain occurs when lifting overhead, sleeping on the affected shoulder or turning your head towards the affected shoulder.
There may also be a weakness in the affected shoulder which can cause a decreased range of movement. Pain management for this type of injury includes rest, application of ice, compression and elevation (RICE) as well as exercises that improve flexibility and strengthening of the affected muscles.
Cost of Arthroscopic Rotator Cuff Surgery
When patients have a torn rotator cuff, arthroscopic surgery is recommended by the doctors to fix the tear. In this surgery, the surgeon inserts a small camera in the patient’s shoulder joint to guide their miniature surgical instruments. This surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure and is one of the least invasive methods to treat the torn rotator cuff.
Rotator cuff tears occur frequently in sport-related activities. The rotator cuff surgery is done at an affordable cost in India with great results. The average cost of arthroscopic rotator cuff surgery is INR 2.5 Lakh. Though, the cost of the treatment can vary depending upon the hospital, room (standard, deluxe etc.), test and diagnostic procedure and physiotherapist cost.
Frozen Shoulder Surgery Cost in India
Frozen shoulder, which is also called adhesive capsulitis, can be a painful condition. The common symptoms of frozen shoulder include pain while moving the arm to perform physical activities. The main reason behind this issue is the scarring of the shoulder capsule and the lining of the shoulder joint. There are both surgical and non-surgical treatments available to treat frozen shoulders.
The common treatment for frozen shoulders is an arthroscopic capsule release for which surgery is done by inserting a small camera in the shoulder joint. The cost of the treatment costs up to 2.5 Lakh in India. Shoulder arthroplasty is indicated for the treatment of frozen shoulder surgery in Hyderabad. When medications fail to achieve sufficient improvement in pain relief and function.
Arthroscopic Shoulder Surgery Cost in Hyderabad
Shoulder injuries can be complex, and several issues need to be considered during a surgical intervention. The shoulder arthroscopy includes an accurate delineation of the various components of the rotator cuff, delineation of the intra- articular landmarks, identification of the axes of rotation, delineation of the main ligaments and delineation of the attachments of the anterior labrum to the glenoid. In Hyderabad, the cost of shoulder arthroscopy surgery cost in Hyderabad ranges from INR 60,000 to 2.5 Lakh depending upon the hospital.
During the procedure, the surgeon inserts the arthroscope in the patient’s shoulder to inspect all shoulder tissues including the ligaments, bones, tendons and cartilage. Afterwards, the damaged tissue is removed with the use of small surgical incisions and instruments. In the rotator cuff repair, the edges of the tendon are brought together and attached to the bone with sutures. While performing surgery for impingement syndrome, the damaged tissue is cleaned out in the area about the shoulder joint.
Conclusion:
Shoulder joint pain can affect your life significantly while performing simple tasks of daily life. With the aid of medical treatments and surgeries, these shoulder issues can be treated effectively. Arthroscopic shoulder surgery is a highly effective option for treating problems like frozen shoulders.
We hope this article increased your knowledge regarding shoulder arthroscopy surgery cost in Hyderabad. The cost of the treatment may vary depending upon the hospital and its location. To know about the treatment costs, you can also consult with your doctor near your location. We wish you good luck with your health and hope for the best.
Benefits of Outpatient Joint Surgery
Outpatient surgery which is also called ambulatory surgery provides you with the comfort of faster recovery, less cost, and shorter stay at the hospital, mostly the same day. If your doctor says you are a good candidate for outpatient joint surgery then you can get some improved benefits such as:
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Less pain
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Fewer transfusions
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Lower infection risk
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Better recovery at home
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Fast and aggressive physical therapy
Conclusion:
Joint surgeries are improving on a rapid scale and the benefits are getting improved with these advancements. Nowadays, it is getting easy for patients to get their joint problems treated without any extensive procedure or chronic pain. If you are facing joint issues, you should consult with your doctor and ask for all options.
The high success rates of these procedures are making joint surgeries a great option for joint problems. We hope this article improved your knowledge regarding the new techniques and joint surgery and its improved benefits. If you are about to get joint surgery, we wish you good luck with your treatment and hope for the best.
Dr. Kundan K Jha
MBBS - DNB Orthopaedic Surgery - FIJR, FIAS
Dr. Kundan Kumar Jha is a Sport Injury Specialist,Sports Medicine Surgeon and Joint Replacement Surgeon in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad and has an experience of 7 years in these fields. Dr. Kundan Kumar Jha practices at Regenio Lakki Scope Orthopaedics in Banjara Hills, Hyderabad. He completed MBBS from UCMS in 2015 and DNB - Orthopedics/Orthopedic Surgery from National Board of Examination, India in 2020.