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Does Insurance Cover Knee Replacement in India

More than six lakh people get knee replacement surgery every year in India. The knee is one of the most essential body joints. It enables a comfortable walk and body posture. Any problem with this joint can cause multiple physical issues. After a certain age, many people face knee related problems. Amongst them, a large number of people decide to get knee replacement surgery. Insurance in India Indian companies introduced claims for knee replacement surgery back in 2009. Before that, there was no provision for knee replacement. The cost of this surgery can be covered by insuring your claim, subject to its conditions. However, there are certain conditions to be kept in mind before opting for this insurance: Being insured is safe, you cannot opt for insurance for a surgery that is about to happen. You need to make sure the waiting period of your contract is over by the time this surgery happens Opt for plans with the least waiting period Is there a specific insuranc

Are Muscles Cut During Total Knee Replacement?

A total knee replacement is a very complex process. It is also known as knee arthroplasty. Highly skilled doctors only do it and no error is allowed. It is a long process and is only done in rare cases. In most case, a regular knee replacement surgery is done. A total knee replacement removes diseased portions from your bone. In addition, later the rest of the bone is shaped to accommodate the implant. What happens during the surgery? In knee replacement surgery, unlike the minimal knee replacement surgery, the muscles and ligaments’ are separated from one another. The kneecap is moved out of the way. The thighbone and shinbone are cut to fit the prosthesis, in order to make the knee workable without the diseased area. Before closing the incision, the surgeon bends the knee to check if it is operating normally. Therefore, yes muscles are cut to create the incision in order to make the surgery a success. What after the total knee replacement surgery? The pain ca