how long does it usually take to recover from bipolar hemiarthroplasty surgery in the right leg and when can the patient start walking again given they have type 2 diabetes, stage 5 CKD, and are on dialysis

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How much does surgery for a left arm fracture cost and how long would I need to stay in the hospital? Also how many days of rest are usually needed after the procedure and is the recovery very painful?

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I drive my bike about 80km every day for work and have been having pain in my left wrist from the long rides. Recently, a senior orthopedic surgeon confirmed I have a TFCC injury in my right wrist. What are some ways to recover from this without surgery?

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I'm 24 and have bow legs what's the estimated cost for surgery, how long does recovery usually take, and what are the success rates like? I'm a bit worried about the whole process and want to understand what to expect.

Surgical correction for bow legs (osteotomy) typically costs between ‚Çπ1.5 to ‚Çπ3 lakhs per leg in India, depending on the hospital and surgeon. Recovery usually takes 3 to 6 months, including physiotherapy. Success rates are high (over 90%) with proper post-op care. It's normal to feel anxious, but most patients are satisfied with the results.

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