Question 1

How long should I stay after knee replacement abroad?

Accepted Answer

Hospital stays of 3 to 5 days are common, and many patients stay 2 to 3 weeks in the destination for physiotherapy and stitch or staple removal. Your surgeon advises when a long flight is reasonable and how to move around safely while travelling.

Question 2

What is usually included in a knee replacement package?

Accepted Answer

Packages commonly include the surgeon fee, implant, operating theatre, hospital nights, routine tests and in-hospital physiotherapy. Premium implants, extra nights, walking aids, medicines after discharge, hotel stays and flights are often extra. Ask which implant brand and model the price assumes.

Question 3

Can both knees be replaced on one trip?

Accepted Answer

Some patients have both knees replaced in one operation or in two operations a few days apart; others need separate trips. It depends on your health and the surgeon's judgement. Treating both knees usually means a longer stay and a different price.

Total knee replacement