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  • 14/08/2025

My father has been diagnosed with osteoarthritis and the doctor is recommending a total knee replacement. Are there any other treatment options available to avoid surgery? If surgery is the only option, what are the chances of a full recovery?

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Dr. Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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ortho opinion is advised to the patient at apollo hospital.

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