Medical Tourism

Hip resurfacing is a technique invented specifically for younger patients with hip problems and has some advantages over hip replacement. Conventional total hip replacement, while being a good option for an elderly person (above 70 years), can be a poor choice for young patients as it will fail rapidly.

The hip resurfacing operation is an alternative to hip replacement and has 5 crucial advantages.

The first is that no plastic (polyethylene) is used like in conventional hip replacement. Since an anatomical sized ‘metal on metal’ bearing is used, it lasts for a very long time, manifold  that of conventional hip replacement and is extremely popular in Europe, Australia and some parts of Asia. The anatomy and bio-mechanics after resurfacing mimic a normal hip very closely.

The second advantage is post operatively patients are encouraged to lead an active life after hip resurfacing, and must play some sport, do swimming etc. No activity is restricted including sitting on the floor, crossing legs etc. In short, it behaves like a  normal  hip enabling patients to return to their normal lifestyle. In contrast,

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Rotator cuff surgery in Mexico is within the budget of an average American, who doesn’t have insurance, and is accessible quick enough to a Canadian or British national, who may otherwise have to line up for it in their home countries.

Medical tourism in Mexico is much sought after for various orthopedic and other kinds of surgeries.

The rotator cuff is made up of these muscles:

• Supraspinatus muscle
• Infraspinatus muscle
• Teres minor muscle
• Subscapularis muscle

It is the rotator cuff that gives the shoulder joint its full range of motion, but the muscles and tendons that make it up are very small. Also, they are slow to heal when injured or operated on, as this area of the shoulder receives very little blood supply.

Rotator cuff tear or injury might happen in athletes because of increased and constant overhead motion and in non-athletes either because of a traumatic injury or because of wear and tear. It is usually the Supraspinatus muscle that is affected in rotator cuff tears, but other muscles, too, might be affected in some cases.

Rotator cuff repair in Mexico

Not all cases of rotator cuff

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Knee meniscus arthroscopic surgery in Mexico is gaining popularity with people from the US, Canada,and many other countries across the world. The meniscus is a C-shaped fibrocartilage that acts as a shockabsorber and also helps avoid friction between the femur and the tibia bones that come together to form the knee joint. Thus, its role is understandably huge in activities like walking, standing, etc. Meniscus tears may develop either as a result of trauma or wear and tear in patients with knee arthritis. Traumatic tears in younger, more athletic patients, are also sometimes associated with ACL tears.

There are various types of meniscal tears, depending on their position on the meniscus:

• Vertical longitudinal tears
• Transverse or radial tears
• Horizontal cleavage tears
• Flap tears

Tears on the outer portion of the meniscus heal faster than those on the inner, as the latter lacks good blood supply.

Who Should Consider Surgery for Meniscal Tears in Mexico?

• Persons with longitudinal meniscal tears rather than those with degenerative horizontal or flap tears.
• Tears shouldn’t be longer than 1-2 cm.
• Patients who are willing to comply with the knee rehabilitation program post-surgery.

What is the Treatment Procedure to Repair a Torn Meniscus?

The meniscus

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Bunion surgery Mexico is more affordable when compared to that in the US. It also comes with the same quality as you would expect in the US.

Bunionectomy in Mexico is performed by board-certified Mexican orthopedic surgeons. Personalized care and English-speaking medical staff are always available at top hospitals in Mexico.

Bunion surgery Mexico - Procedure

Bunions are bone deformities and surgical approach is the only way to correct them. They may or may not be painful, may get bigger with time; but they definitely don’t get smaller. But not everyone with bunions need go for surgery; it’s when the bunion is causing you pain, discomfort, or making it difficult for you to do what you need to or want to do, that you should consider surgery for the bunion (also known as Hallux Valgus) in Mexico.

The bunion correction procedure itself depends on the type of bunion, whether it’s a repeat bunion, the age of the patient and other conditions that the patient may have like arthritis. Hence, there are various types of bunionectomies like Austin, Reverdin-Green, Kalish-Austin etc., named after surgeons

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People considering hip resurfacing abroad are bound to have many questions, especially about activity levels post-surgery recovery.This article will examine whether patients can take up sports activities like rock-climbing and other outdoor sport after their hip resurfacing surgery in India, Mexico, Costa Rica and other reputed medical tourism locations. Hip Resurfacing Recovery & Outdoor Sports Activity Many candidates for hip resurfacing are still in the prime of life, so concerns about activity levels are common. Majority of hip resurfacing patients can return home in four to six days after surgery.

• As with other surgeries, patients need to be careful not to contract infections. Later in life, if patients need to be operated on or even have dental work done, they should inform the doctor about their hip resurfacing surgery.
• After hip rehabilitation, patients experience much better range of motion and strength in the hip joint. After about a year or so, they can get back to their activity levels pre-arthritis or pre-trauma. Ultimately what you can do depends on what you used to do before arthritis developed.
• Patients who were into swimming, walking, gardening and driving can return to these

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Anyone who has had injuries in the Anterior Cruciate Ligament has been through a lot of pain and is anxious to get the ligament reconstructed as soon as possible. If you are one of these people, getting your Anterior Cruciate Ligament surgery done in Mexico, Costa Rica or India can bring you relief quickly at unbelievably low costs.

ACL is said to occure more commonly in women than in men. A tear in the Anterior Cruciate Ligament happens because of a sudden direction change or when a deceleration force crosses the knee. The patient often feels or hears a popping sensation, has the rapid onset of swelling, and develops a buckling sensation in the knee when attempting to change direction.

Is Anterior Cruciate Ligament surgery done in Mexico, Costa Rica and India?

Yes, very much. The surgical procedure of ACL repair overseas adheres to the standards followed everywhere:

Surgical treatment of the torn ACL usually involves an arthroscopic surgical reconstruction of the injured ligament. Although different types of tissue have been utilized to reconstruct the ACL, the most common type involves harvesting the central third of the patellar tendon with a

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It is estimated that from over 150,000 to 600,000 people from USA, Canada, and Europe travel overseas each year for medical treatments. Of these, a large number of people visit India, Costa Rica & Mexico for orthopedic surgeries, including knee, hip, and shoulder surgeries. Many elderly people with chronic problems, such as hip or knee osteoarthritis, need surgery to get back their quality of life. However, they cannot afford the cost of private treatment in their own countries and opt to visit hospital overseas where the cost is substantially lower. This article focuses on the factors you should consider when looking for an expert orthopedic surgeon in India, Mexico or Costa Rica for a hip, knee, or shoulder surgery. High cost in USA and long waiting times in UK and Canada are the primary reasons that drive patients to India for orthopedic surgery.

While the cost of a total hip replacement in USA is around $40,000, the same surgery in India costs only $8,000 & $11,400 in Costa Rica. Similarly, a total knee replacement that costs around $45,000

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A number of people visit India for cost savings on hip resurfacing surgery. Hip resurfacing or surface replacement arthroplasty is a safer alternative to total hip replacement (THR) surgery. In hip resurfacing surgery, only the diseased part of the femur is removed and normal bone is preserved.This is unlike THR in which the complete femoral head and neck are removed, making it difficult for the patient to regain a natural gait after surgery. This article addresses the important things to keep in mind when shopping for a hip resurfacing hospital in India.India is fast emerging as a popular medical tourism destination for patients who require hip resurfacing surgery. The main reason for this is the price difference.

A hip resurfacing surgery can cost anywhere around $50,000 in USA and £25,000 in UK. In comparison, you can get a hip resurfacing surgery for as low as $15,500 in Mexico, $8,750 in Costa Rica and $8,500 in India.

In addition to price, India offers some other advantages as a destination for hip resurfacing surgery patients. India has a large pool of US and UK returned surgeons. Some of India’s hospitals

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