Orthopedics

Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) resurfaces the worn knee joint with metal and polyethylene components to eliminate bone-on-bone pain and restore function. Cost depends on the implant brand (Zimmer, DePuy, Smith & Nephew), whether a partial or total replacement is performed, and whether robot-assisted surgery (which improves alignment precision but adds cost) is selected. Chinese orthopedic hospitals perform high volumes of knee replacements using internationally certified implants, offering all-inclusive packages at 50-70% below US and European pricing.

Arthroscopic surgery uses a tiny camera and instruments inserted through small incisions to diagnose and treat joint problems. Cost depends on whether the procedure is diagnostic or therapeutic (e.g., meniscus repair vs. ACL reconstruction), whether it is day surgery or requires hospitalization, and the implants used. China's orthopedic centers perform high volumes of arthroscopic procedures at 50–70% less than Western prices.

Total hip replacement (arthroplasty) surgically replaces the damaged hip joint with a prosthetic implant to restore mobility and relieve chronic pain from arthritis or fracture. Cost varies by implant material (ceramic-on-ceramic, metal-on-polyethylene, or ceramic-on-polyethylene), fixation method (cemented vs. uncemented), hospital stay duration (5-14 days), and post-operative rehabilitation. Chinese orthopedic centers use the same international implant brands (Zimmer, DePuy, Smith & Nephew) as Western hospitals at 50-70% lower all-inclusive pricing.