- 1.5-3 hours
- 6-8 weeks non-weight-bearing, 4-6 months for full activity
- 66%
China versus the U.S.
- China clinical rate
- $5,000 – $12,000
- $8,500
- United States
- $15,000 – $35,000
- $25,000
- You save
- ~66%
- $16,500 per procedure
Prices are approximate ranges. Actual cost depends on hospital, surgeon, materials, and case complexity.
What the procedure involves.
Osteotomy is a surgical procedure that cuts and realigns bones to correct deformities, redistribute weight-bearing forces, and delay the need for joint replacement in younger patients with early arthritis. Chinese orthopedic surgeons perform high tibial osteotomy (HTO) and distal femoral osteotomy using computer-navigated techniques and patient-specific 3D-printed cutting guides for precise correction. This joint-preserving approach is particularly valuable for active patients under 60 with unicompartmental knee arthritis.
Step by step.
Alignment Analysis
Full-leg standing X-rays and CT scan to calculate precise correction angle using planning software
3D Guide Fabrication
Patient-specific cutting guides are 3D-printed based on CT data for surgical precision
Surgical Osteotomy
Bone is cut at the planned angle, opened/closed to correct alignment, and fixed with a plate
Rehabilitation Program
Progressive weight-bearing, physiotherapy, and strengthening over several months
- Preserves the natural joint and delays replacement surgery
- Redistributes forces to healthy cartilage areas
- Allows return to high-impact activities
- 3D-printed guides ensure precise angular correction
- Non-union or delayed healing at osteotomy site
- Over- or under-correction of alignment
- Hardware irritation requiring plate removal
- Conversion to joint replacement still needed eventually
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Prices shown are approximate ranges for reference only. Actual costs vary by hospital, complexity, and individual patient needs. Always consult with healthcare professionals for medical decisions.