Are you worried about joint replacement surgery? Dr. Divyesh Bukalsaria, a leading robotic joint replacement surgeon in Andheri west Mumbai, clears common myths and answers frequently asked questions about age, recovery, activity, and independence after surgery.
No. Joint replacement surgery is suitable for a wide age range, typically 40–80 years. Many older patients in Mumbai have successfully undergone surgery with excellent outcomes.
Not at all. Patients usually start walking the same day as surgery and are independent with activities like going to the bathroom, walking, and light household tasks upon discharge.
No. It’s better to consider surgery as soon as difficulty arises, rather than waiting until severe immobility occurs. Early intervention leads to faster recovery and better outcomes.
No. Modern joint replacement surgery is designed to restore activity levels. Patients can resume walking long distances, swimming, cycling, and driving relatively quickly after recovery.