Total knee replacement
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When knee pain and stiffness limit everyday life despite appropriate non-surgical treatment, total knee replacement may help improve comfort and mobility. Your imaging, health and goals are reviewed before travel to Lahore, with an individual plan for surgery, implant selection, physiotherapy and continuing recovery. Feel free to contact us to discuss your case, rehabilitation needs and a personalised quotation.
Your estimated journey
Everything you would pay us, line by line, rather than one package number. Take it to a private hospital at home and ask them for the same list.
| The two packages | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Surgery, hospital and surgeon's feesPKR 1,000,000 allowance, approximately USD 3,614 at PKR 276.74/USD (16 Oct 2026). Confirm one-knee scope, implant and inclusions in writing. | 5900 US$ | 5900 US$ |
| Nights in hospitalFive planned ward nights within the allowance; admission and extra-night charges require confirmation. | Included | Included |
| HotelNine nights of accommodation; accessible facilities and any extended stay require confirmation. | 495 US$9 nights × 55 US$ | 1350 US$9 nights × 150 US$ |
| Airport transfersArrival and departure combined; mobility assistance or specialist vehicle quoted separately. | 50 US$ | 100 US$ |
| Local transport to appointmentsPlanned consultation and review itinerary; additional rehabilitation trips quoted separately. | 150 US$ | 350 US$ |
| Coordinator for the whole stayCoordination for the planned stay; nursing and physiotherapy quoted separately. | 300 US$ | 550 US$ |
| Estimated medical journey | 6895 US$ | 8250 US$ |
| What the package covers | A three-star hotel for the recovery nights, shared airport transfers, and a coordinator on call. | A four- or five-star hotel with a companion bed, a private car for the whole stay, and a coordinator assigned to you alone. |
Flights, travel insurance and visa fees are not included.
The hospital, the surgeon and the ward care are identical in both packages. The only thing that changes is where you sleep once you leave the ward.
Prices on this site are estimated starting prices for a straightforward case. Your final price is confirmed only after the treating doctor has reviewed your case.
Now compare it
Ask the private hospital you are considering at home for a written, itemised quote for the same operation. That is the only fair comparison, and we would rather you made it before you commit to anything.
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Total Knee Replacement in Lahore
Total knee replacement replaces damaged joint surfaces with artificial components. It may be considered when arthritis-related pain and stiffness significantly affect walking, sleep or daily activities despite appropriate non-surgical care. The aim is to improve comfort and function, with realistic expectations agreed before surgery.
Review Before Travel
Share your knee X-rays, relevant reports, previous treatments, current medicines and medical history for review before travel to Pakistan. The orthopaedic surgeon assesses whether replacement is appropriate and whether further investigations or medical preparation are needed. An in-person examination in Lahore confirms the plan.
Discuss which knee is being treated, the recommended implant, alternatives and your mobility goals. Implant brand, model and any special equipment must be confirmed in the written quotation. Robotic assistance and bilateral or revision surgery are not automatically included.
What to Expect in Lahore
Consultation and preparation: Meet the surgeon, complete the required assessment and discuss anaesthesia, medicines and rehabilitation.
Hospital treatment: The team performs the agreed procedure and supports pain control, wound care and prevention of blood clots.
Early rehabilitation: Begin supported movement and walking as advised by the physiotherapy team. You may initially need a walking frame or crutches.
Discharge planning: Confirm safe transfers, access to the bathroom, any stairs and help with daily activities. Accommodation should suit your mobility needs.
Review and onward care: Agree wound review, any stitch or clip removal, exercise guidance and follow-up with a clinician and physiotherapist after returning home.
Recovery and Rehabilitation
Recovery takes several months or longer and varies between individuals. Physiotherapy and your prescribed exercise programme are important for strength and movement. Pain, swelling and stiffness can continue during recovery. Follow your team's instructions for activity, walking aids, work and driving rather than relying on a fixed timetable.
We help coordinate the care arrangements; physiotherapy sessions, home visits, equipment and nursing support must be individually specified and priced. Hotel accommodation and coordination do not replace hands-on care.
Travel Planning
The estimate below covers an initial 15-day planning period with nine hotel nights and five hospital nights. It is not a complete recovery package or clearance to fly on day 15. Joint replacement and prolonged travel can increase blood-clot risk. The surgeon must assess your route, flight duration and personal risks before a return date is agreed; a substantially longer stay may be needed. Confirm airline and insurance requirements before booking flights.
Risks and Realistic Expectations
Risks include infection, bleeding, blood clots in the leg or lungs, nerve or blood-vessel injury, stiffness, instability and persistent pain. Further surgery may sometimes be needed. Improvement varies and a pain-free knee or specific range of movement cannot be guaranteed.
Seek urgent medical advice for worsening leg pain or swelling, fever or wound discharge. Chest pain or difficulty breathing requires emergency medical attention.
Package Details and Your Quotation
Before booking, request an itemised quotation confirming the knee and operation, implant, surgeon and anaesthetist fees, admission, tests, medicines, clot-prevention treatment, physiotherapy sessions, walking aids and reviews. These details require confirmation rather than being assumed from the headline estimate. Airport transfers cover arrival and departure; local transport covers the agreed consultation and review itinerary.
Extra rehabilitation, extended stays, additional procedures, flights, visas, meals and companion costs are excluded unless expressly included in writing. Longer-term rehabilitation and follow-up should be arranged before travel.
Discuss Your Case
Feel free to contact us to discuss your symptoms, share your reports and request a personalised quotation. We can help you understand the proposed care pathway and practical arrangements before you decide.
How long you are away
- Nights in hospital
- 5 nightsAdmitted to the ward, under nursing care.
- Nights in the hotel
- 9 nightsRecovery nights before the surgeon clears you to fly.
- Days in Lahore
- 15 daysLanding to take-off, including consultation and review days.
What the package covers
- Surgeon, anaesthetist and hospital theatre fees
- Standard consumables and routine post-operative medication
- Pre-operative tests ordered by the treating hospital
- Airport pickup and drop-off
- Hotel for the recovery nights at the tier you pick
- A coordinator with you at hospital appointments
- One follow-up consultation before you fly home
What it does not cover
- Flights and travel insurance
- Visa fees
- Treatment of complications, extra nights, or a second procedure found during surgery
- Non-standard implants, prostheses or imported consumables
- Anything a companion needs beyond their hotel bed
- Medication after you leave Pakistan
What we are, and what we are not
We are not doctors. We do not provide medical advice or treatment. We help you find and coordinate independent, licensed hospitals in Pakistan and handle the logistics around your stay. Every medical decision and outcome is the responsibility of your treating hospital and doctor.