What is Hip Arthroscopy?
Hip arthroscopy is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to diagnose and treat a range of hip joint conditions, particularly labral tears and femoroacetabular impingement (FAI). It involves inserting a small camera (arthroscope) and specialized instruments through tiny incisions to visualize and repair damaged tissues without the need for open surgery.
Common conditions treated with this technique include:
- Labral tears – damage to the cartilage rim of the hip socket
- Femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) – abnormal bone contact
- Ligamentum teres injuries, cartilage damage, and synovitis
Hip arthroscopy provides reduced postoperative pain, minimal scarring, and faster recovery, typically allowing patients to resume daily activities within 6 weeks. It is suitable for individuals who have persistent hip pain that hasn’t improved with non-surgical treatments. However, the success of the surgery depends significantly on surgeon experience and access to advanced technology.
Why Choose India for Hip Arthroscopy?
India is an emerging hub for hip arthroscopy, offering world-class orthopaedic care at a fraction of Western costs. Premier Tier 1 hospitals in Delhi and NCR such as Apollo Hospitals (Delhi), Fortis Memorial Research Institute (Gurgaon), Max Super Speciality Hospital (Saket), and BLK-Max Hospital (Delhi) are equipped to perform this procedure with high precision.
Key advantages include:
- Internationally trained orthopaedic surgeons, many with subspecialisation in arthroscopy
- Modern arthroscopic suites with high-definition imaging and fluoroscopy support
- Outpatient surgery models, allowing same-day discharge in most cases
- Comprehensive rehabilitation programs for faster, structured recovery
- Significantly lower cost compared to the US, UK, or Australia
Despite challenges such as a limited number of high-volume surgeons, these top centres ensure safe, effective outcomes, particularly for international patients seeking quality care with shorter wait times.
ملخص التكلفة والمدة
متوسط التكلفة في الهند: USD 3,000 – 5,000
الإقامة في المستشفى مطلوبة: 0 – 1 day (mostly outpatient)
الإقامة بعد العلاج في الهند: 10 – 14 days (for follow-up & rehab)