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Ankle Replacement
Surgery in Hyderabad

Yashoda Hospitals provides advanced and reliable Ankle Replacement Surgery, focusing on relieving pain, restoring ankle movement, and ensuring safe and faster recovery for patients.

  • Experienced Orthopaedic Surgeons
  • Advanced Ankle Replacement Techniques
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Ankle replacement surgery is an advanced orthopaedic procedure performed to relieve severe ankle pain and restore joint function in patients with conditions such as ankle arthritis, joint degeneration, or serious injury. The surgery involves removing the damaged portions of the ankle joint and replacing them with artificial implants made of metal and medical-grade plastic that help replicate natural ankle movement. It is usually carried out under general or regional anaesthesia and typically takes about 1 to 2 hours, depending on the complexity of the condition. After the procedure, patients may begin gentle ankle movement and physiotherapy as recommended by the doctor, gradually returning to normal daily activities over the following weeks. With proper rehabilitation and medical care, ankle replacement surgery can provide long-term pain relief, improved mobility, and a better overall quality of life.

What is Ankle Replacement Surgery?

Ankle Replacement Surgery is a medical procedure used to treat severe ankle joint damage, most commonly caused by arthritis or injury. During the surgery, the worn-out or damaged surfaces of the ankle joint are removed and replaced with specially designed artificial implants that allow the joint to move smoothly. The goal of the procedure is to reduce long-term pain, improve ankle flexibility, and help patients walk and carry out everyday activities more comfortably. It is generally recommended when non-surgical treatments such as medications, physiotherapy, or supportive devices no longer provide sufficient relief.

Types of Ankle Replacement Surgery:

Ankle replacement surgery can be performed using different approaches depending on the severity of joint damage, the patient’s anatomy, and the surgeon’s recommendation.

  • Total Ankle Replacement (TAR): Total ankle replacement is the most commonly performed form of ankle joint replacement. In this procedure, the damaged cartilage and bone at the ends of the tibia (shin bone) and talus (ankle bone) are removed. These surfaces are then replaced with specially designed metal components, and a medical-grade plastic insert is placed between them to allow smooth joint movement. This type of surgery is usually recommended for patients with severe arthritis who want to maintain ankle flexibility and natural motion.
  • Partial Ankle Replacement: Partial ankle replacement is performed when only a specific part of the ankle joint is damaged while the remaining joint structures are still healthy. Instead of replacing the entire joint, the surgeon replaces only the affected portion of the ankle. This approach helps preserve more of the patient’s natural bone and tissue while still reducing pain and improving mobility.
  • Revision Ankle Replacement: Revision ankle replacement is carried out when a previous ankle replacement implant becomes worn out, loose, or damaged over time. During this procedure, the surgeon removes the old implant and replaces it with a new prosthesis. Revision surgeries may also involve repairing surrounding bone or soft tissue to ensure proper joint stability and function.
  • Customized or Patient-Specific Ankle Replacement: In some cases, surgeons may use advanced imaging techniques such as CT scans to create implants that match the patient’s unique ankle structure. These customised implants are designed to fit the joint more precisely, which may improve alignment, stability, and long-term performance of the replacement.

Each type of ankle replacement surgery is chosen based on the patient’s specific medical condition and the surgeon’s evaluation, ensuring the most effective treatment for restoring ankle function and relieving chronic pain.

Procedure Name Ankle Replacement
Procedure Name Ankle Replacement Surgery
Type of Surgery Orthopaedic surgery to replace a damaged ankle joint with artificial implants
Anesthesia General or regional anesthesia
Duration 1.5–2 hours
Recovery 6–12 weeks
Ankle Replacement: Pre-Op & Post-Op Care

Proper care before, during, and after ankle replacement surgery is important to ensure a safe procedure, smooth recovery, and long-term improvement in ankle function.

Pre-operative Care:

Before ankle replacement surgery, patients undergo a detailed medical evaluation and physical examination to assess their overall health and suitability for the procedure. Imaging tests such as X-rays, CT scans, or MRIs are performed to examine the condition of the ankle joint and plan the surgery accurately. Blood tests and an anesthesia assessment are also conducted to ensure the patient is fit for anesthesia and surgery. Doctors may advise stopping certain medications that could affect the procedure or recovery. Patients are usually instructed to fast for several hours before the surgery to prepare safely for anesthesia.

Intra-operative Care:

During ankle replacement surgery, general or regional anesthesia is administered to ensure the patient remains comfortable and pain-free throughout the procedure. The surgeon carefully removes the damaged cartilage and bone from the ankle joint and replaces them with specially designed artificial metal and plastic implants. These components are precisely positioned and secured to restore proper joint alignment and enable smooth ankle movement.

Post-operative Care:

After ankle replacement surgery, the patient is closely monitored in the recovery area to ensure stable vital signs and proper recovery from anesthesia. Pain management and careful wound care are provided to reduce discomfort and prevent infection. The ankle may be supported with a splint, cast, or protective boot to keep the joint stable during the initial healing phase. As recovery progresses, gradual physiotherapy is recommended to improve ankle strength, flexibility, and mobility. Regular follow-up visits with the doctor are also important for monitoring healing and ensuring the implant remains stable and functions properly.

Benefits of Ankle Replacement at Yashoda Hospitals

Ankle replacement surgery helps reduce pain, restore ankle movement, and improve overall mobility for patients with severe ankle joint damage.

  • Effective Pain Relief – Reduces chronic ankle pain caused by arthritis or injury.
  • Improved Joint Movement – Restores natural ankle flexibility and motion.
  • Better Walking Ability – Makes walking and daily activities easier.
  • Enhanced Quality of Life – Allows patients to return to normal activities with less discomfort.
  • Preserves Natural Joint Function – Maintains more natural movement compared to ankle fusion.

Specialist Doctors

Dr.

Dr. Krishna Chaitanya Mantena

MBBS, MS Ortho

Associate Consultant Trauma, Joint Replacement & Arthroscopy Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
11 Yrs
Hitec City
Dr.

Dr. Kirthi Paladugu

MBBS, MS (Ortho), FIJR

Sr. Consultant Arthroscopy Surgeon Knee & Shoulder (Sports Medicine), Navigation & Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon (FIJR Germany), Minimally Invasive Trauma, Foot & Ankle Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
16 Yrs
Hitec City
Dr.

Dr. Sai Thirumal Rao Veerla

MS(Ortho)
Fellowship In Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine (Cardiff, UK),
Fellowship in Arthroplasty (Germany),
Dip. In Sports Medicine (IOC)

Sr. Consultant Specializing in Arthroscopy & Joint Replacement

English, Hindi, Telugu
12 Yrs
Hitec City
Dr.

Dr. Venuthurla Ram Mohan Reddy

MBBS, MS, MSc, FRCS (Ed), FRCS (Orth), CCT

Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
31 Yrs
Hitec City
Dr.

Dr. D. B. Aditya Somayaji

MS (Ortho), Fellow in Foot and Ankle Surgery (USA), Fellow in Joint Replacement

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Foot & Ankle Surgery

English, Telugu, Hindi
15 Yrs
Hitec City
Dr.

Dr. Harish C. R.

MBBS,MS (Ortho NIMS)

Sr. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Joint Replacement & Trauma Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada
24 Yrs
Hitec City
Dr.

Dr. Krishna Subramanyam

MS (Ortho), PDCR, Ph.D

Sr. Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
29 Yrs
Malakpet
Dr.

Dr. Praful Kilaru

MBBS, MS (Ortho) AO Fellow (Davos), Chm (Trauma)

Senior Consultant Joint Replacement and Complex Trauma Surgeon

Telugu, Kannada, English, Hindi
18 Yrs
Malakpet
Dr.

Dr. Pushpak Reddy Chada

MBBS, MS (Ortho) , Fellowship in Joint Replacement (Germany), Fellowship in Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy (Barcelona) Fellowship in Pain Management

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Telugu, Hindi , English & Tamil
10 Yrs
Malakpet
Dr.

Dr. Praveen Kumar Rao

MS (Ortho) Fellow Trauma Surgery, Joint Replacement Surgery

Sr. Consultant Orthopedic, Clinical Director & Joint Replacement Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil, Kannada
27 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr

Dr B Nithin Kumar

MRCS (UK), FRCR Ortho (UK), MCh Ortho,
DSEM (International Olympic Committee),
Fellowship Shoulder (London),
Fellowship Knee (London),
Fellowship Ankle (Barcelona)

Senior Consultant and Clinical Director Orthopaedics

English, Hindi & Telugu
25 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Jayakrishna Reddy T

MS (Ortho), Fellow in Arthroplasty (Germany), Arthroscopic surgery of Knee & Shoulder

Sr. Consultant Trauma & Orthopedic Surgeon & Clinical Director

English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil
21 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Pawan Kumar Sadhvani

MS (Orthopedics)

Honorary/Part Time Consultant Orthopedic, Joint Replacement, Arthroscopic, Foot & Ankle Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu and Gujarati
16 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. M. Harry Fernandez

MS (Orthopaedic Surgery)

Honorary/Part Time Consultant Orthopedic Joint Replacement Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu, Tamil
21 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. TMLV Newton

MBBS, MS (Orthopaedics)

Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Sukesh Rao Sankineani

MS (Ortho) - AIIMS (Delhi), Fellowship in Shoulder Surgery & Hip Arthroscopy (France), Fellowship in Arthroscopy & Cartilage Surgery (Italy), Fellowship in Hip & Knee Hip Arthroscopy (AOA, Australia)

Senior Consultant & Clinical Director specializing in Shoulder Surgery, Arthroscopy, and Joint Replacement.

English, Hindi, Telugu
15 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Brijesh Kidiyoor

MS (Ortho)

Sr. Consultant Orthopaedic Trauma and Joint Replacement Surgeon & Clinical Director

English, Hindi, Telugu
21 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Swami Nadhan. N

MBBS, DNB (Orthopaedic Surgery), Fellow Joint Replacement

Associate Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
6 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Vikram Byre

D.Ortho, DNB Ortho, FIJR, MNAMS
Fellow In Complex Hip & Knee Arthroplasty (Italy)
Fellow In Musculoskeletal Pain Management

Sr Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon
Specialist In Robotic Joint Replacement
Complex Trauma & Sports Medicine

Telugu,English,Hindi,Kannada
10 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Ranjith Nellore Mahesh

MS Ortho, FPIO (Pediatric Orthopedics) FIJR(Joint Replacement Surgery) FIRKR(Robotic Knee Replacement Surgery)

Honorary/Consultant Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

Telugu, Kannada, Tamil , English
9 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Jakku Kranthi

MBBS, MS (Ortho)

Associate Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Telugu, Hindi, English
4 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr

Dr H. Vinay Kumar

MBBS, MS (Ortho)
Fellowship in Joint Replacement
Fellowship in Arthroscopy & Sports Medicine

Senior Consultant Orthopedics
Specialised in Robotics & Navigation Joint replacement

Telugu, English, Kannada, Hindi & Odiya
10 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr

Dr Sai Dinesh Thatikonda

MBBS, MS (Ortho), FIJR, FIAS

Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon,
Specialist in Trauma, ,
Joint Replacement & Arthroscopy

Telugu, English, Hindi, and Kannada
8 Yrs
Secunderabad
Dr.

Dr. Dasaradha Rama Reddy Tetali

MS (Ortho), FICS, MCh, AO Fellow

Senior Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
34 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. Manoj Chakravorthy

MS (Ortho), MCh (Ortho)

Sr. Consultant Orthopaedic Joint Replacement & Arthoscopic Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada
24 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. Sunil Dachepalli

MS (Ortho), MCh (Ortho), MSc (Tr & Ortho, UK) MRCS (Edin), FRCS (Tr & Ortho), Fellowship in Shoulder Surgeries (UK) & Robotic, Computer Assisted Joint Replacements (LONDON), Andrew Foster Gold Medal Winner (UK)

Clinical Director Senior Consultant Orthopaedic, Robotic Joint Replacement, Shoulder, Sports Medicine & Trauma Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu and Kannada
28 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. P N Prasad

MS (Ortho), BTLS

Consultant Orthopedic Joint Replacement & Arthroscopic Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu, Urdu
44 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. G Kiran Kumar Reddy

MBBS, MS (Ortho), MCh (Trauma and Joint Replacement)

Consultant Orthopedic Surgeon

English, Telugu, Hindi
17 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. Srinivasa Reddy Medagam

Trauma and Sports injuries Specialist
Arthroscopy and Joint Replacement surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
9 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. Badam Kiran K Reddy

MBBS, MS (Ortho), DNB (Ortho), MRCS (Edinburgh, UK), FIJR (DePuy/J&J), FISA (Smith & Nephew), FIPO (Singapore)

Senior Consultant Trauma, Robotic Joint Replacement, Sports Arthroscopy, Ilizarov, Kyphoscoliosis, Endoscopic Spine and Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
16 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. S V S Chandrashekar Reddy

MBBS, MS (Ortho)

Honorary/Part Time Consultant Orthopedic Joint Replacement, Arthroscopic Surgeon, Spine Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
39 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. Lokesh Kumar Gupta

MBBS, D.Ortho, DNB Ortho, MNAMS, FIJR

Consultant Orthopedics, Trauma, Arthroscopy and Robotic Joint Replacement Surgeon

English, Hindi, Telugu
12 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr.

Dr. SV Chandra sekhar Reddy

MBBS, MS (Ortho)

Sr. Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

40 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr

Dr Vivekananda Bheemisetty

MS Ortho (Osm), MCh Ortho (UK) Fellow in Knee Surgery (Switzerland) Fellow in Joint Replacement

Consultant, Knee & Hip Replacement and Trauma Surgeon Specialised in Arthroscopic Surgery

English, Telugu & Hindi
13 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr

Dr Vamshi Krishna Reddy. C

MS(Ortho), DNB(Ortho), AOA(Fellow), Hip and Knee Fellow (Australia), Fellow in Joint Replacement

Consultant Arthroplasty, Arthroscopy, Complex Trauma and Pelvi Acetabular Surgeon

English, Telugu & Hindi
15 Yrs
Somajiguda
Dr

Dr Abhishek Barli

MBBS, MS (Ortho)

Sr. Consultant Robotic Joint Replacement, Trauma & Arthroscopic Surgeon Specialised in Robotics

English, Hindi, Telugu, Kannada
21 Yrs
Somajiguda

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Free Second Opinion for Ankle Replacement

If ankle replacement surgery has been recommended to you, obtaining a free second opinion can help you better understand your condition and explore all available treatment options. During this process, experienced orthopaedic specialists review your medical records, imaging tests such as X-rays or scans, and your current symptoms to confirm the diagnosis and evaluate the severity of the ankle joint damage.
The second opinion also helps determine whether ankle replacement is the most suitable treatment or if other options, such as medications, physiotherapy, or alternative surgical procedures, may be considered. Specialists may also explain the procedure in detail, including the expected benefits, potential risks, recovery timeline, and long-term outcomes.

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Why Choose Yashoda Hospitals for Ankle Replacement?

Expertise in Orthopaedic & Ankle Replacement Surgery

Yashoda Hospitals has a team of highly experienced orthopaedic surgeons who specialise in advanced ankle replacement procedures, ensuring accurate implant placement, improved ankle mobility, and long-term functional outcomes.

Comprehensive Consultation & Evaluation

A thorough pre-surgical evaluation, including physical examination, imaging tests, and overall health assessment, helps determine the most suitable treatment plan and implant choice based on the patient’s condition and activity level.

Advanced Surgical Infrastructure

The hospital is equipped with modern operation theatres, advanced diagnostic imaging technology, and high-quality joint implants, enabling precise surgical procedures with enhanced safety and effective outcomes.

Access to Skilled Specialists

Patients receive coordinated care from a multidisciplinary team of orthopaedic surgeons, anaesthesiologists, physiotherapists, and trained nursing staff, ensuring patient safety, smooth recovery, effective rehabilitation, and continuous post-operative care.

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FAQ's

Running and other high-impact activities are usually discouraged after ankle replacement surgery. Patients are generally advised to choose low-impact exercises like walking, swimming, or cycling.

Most ankle replacement implants are designed to last around 10 to 15 years or more. Longevity depends on factors such as activity level, body weight, and overall joint health.

The cost of ankle replacement surgery varies depending on the hospital, surgeon, and implant used. In India, it typically ranges from ₹3,00,000 to ₹6,00,000.

Ankle replacement surgery has a high success rate in relieving pain and improving joint mobility. Many patients regain better walking ability and quality of life after recovery.

Yes, most patients can walk after the recovery period following ankle replacement surgery. Physiotherapy and rehabilitation help restore strength and improve walking ability.

Yes, ankle replacement is considered a major orthopaedic procedure because it involves replacing the damaged joint with an artificial implant. However, modern surgical techniques have made the procedure safer with good recovery outcomes.

People with severe ankle arthritis, persistent pain, and reduced joint movement may be suitable candidates. Doctors evaluate the patient’s overall health, bone condition, and lifestyle before recommending surgery.

Initial recovery usually takes about 6 to 12 weeks after the surgery. Full recovery with improved strength and mobility may take a few months with proper physiotherapy.

Possible risks include infection, blood clots, implant loosening, or nerve injury. However, these risks are generally low when the surgery is performed by experienced specialists.

Most patients can gradually resume daily activities within a few weeks after surgery. Complete return to regular routines usually takes a few months, depending on healing and rehabilitation.
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