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Orthopedics & Joint Surgery

Knee Osteoarthritis

Total or partial knee replacement using same Zimmer/Stryker/DePuy implants as Western hospitals — at 60-80% savings.

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Treatment Options
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Recommended Centers
$8,000
Starting From
7-21 days
Typical Wait

Treatment Plans for Knee Osteoarthritis

Compare evidence-based options at top Chinese hospitals — transparent pricing, typical wait, and recovery time.

Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty (UKA)

Partial replacement preserving healthy compartments — faster recovery.

Wait Time
7-14 days
Hospital Stay
5-7 days
Recovery
4-6 weeks
Estimated Price
Approx. $9,800
View Detailed Introduction — Procedure, Price Comparison & More
Price Comparison: China vs. USA
🇨🇳 China
$8,000
🇺🇸 USA
$31,250+
Save up to $23,250 per treatment
Procedure Steps
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Pre-op: standing X-ray + MRI confirming unicompartmental disease
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Spinal or general anesthesia
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Minimally invasive medial parapatellar approach (8cm incision)
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Femoral and tibial bone cuts with precision jigs
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Trial component sizing + ligament balance assessment
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Cemented implant fixation (Oxford/Zimmer partial knee)
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Wound closure + cryotherapy
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Weight-bearing same day + CPM machine Day 1

What is UKA?

Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty replaces only the damaged compartment of the knee, preserving healthy bone, cartilage, and cruciate ligaments. Recovery is significantly faster than total knee replacement.

Why China?

  • Cost: $8,000-$12,500 vs. $25,000-$40,000 in the US
  • Same implants: Oxford, Zimmer, Stryker partial knee systems
  • Faster recovery: Home in 3-5 days, driving at 2 weeks

Who is a candidate?

  • Isolated medial or lateral compartment OA
  • Intact ACL
  • Correctable varus/valgus (<15°)
  • BMI <35 preferred

Outcomes

10-year survival: 94-97%. Return to sports: 85%. Patient satisfaction: higher than TKR in appropriately selected patients.

Prices are indicative ranges in USD based on partner hospital published rates. Final quote depends on your medical records and selected hospital — request a free personalized estimate.

Why China for Knee Osteoarthritis

MAKO/ROSA robotic-assisted joint replacement at top centres; bilateral procedures in single trip.

About Knee Osteoarthritis

Common Symptoms
  • Knee pain on activity
  • Stiffness
  • Swelling
  • Crepitus
  • Decreased range of motion
Common Causes
  • Aging
  • Obesity
  • Prior injury
  • Genetic factors
Diagnostic Methods
  • Standing knee X-ray
  • MRI
  • Physical examination