JOINT CARE · KNEE REPLACEMENT
Knee Replacement Surgery in India
Less knee pain. More freedom to move.
Explore knee replacement in India without going through a waiting list. With hospital treatment starting from £4,350, Lotus & Lark helps you arrange a specialist assessment, understand your treatment options and plan your journey with confidence.
Explore your next step, with confidence.
COST & ACCESS
Why keep waiting? Explore a more affordable way forward.
Compare UK private treatment costs with knee replacement in India—and see the difference in both price and access.
UK Private Treatment Cost
£14,938
One-knee replacement pathway
Treatment Cost in India
From £4,350
One-knee hospital treatment
Estimated Savings
£10,588 · 71% less
Compared with the published UK private price
PUBLISHED NHS WAITING TIME
42 weeks
West Suffolk NHS average · September 2026
TREATMENT IN INDIA: No waiting list
UNDERSTANDING YOUR TREATMENT
Move towards a more comfortable everyday life
Knee replacement replaces worn or damaged joint surfaces with an artificial joint. It can help reduce pain and improve movement when arthritis or joint damage makes everyday activities difficult. A specialist assessment helps you understand whether it is right for you.
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Greater comfort in daily life
Treatment aims to ease the knee pain that can affect walking, stairs, getting up from a chair and a good night’s sleep.
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A next step when other care has not helped
If exercises, medicines or other treatments have not brought enough relief, knee replacement may offer a way forward.
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Support to get moving again
Your recovery plan combines exercises, practical guidance and follow-up to help you build strength and confidence in movement.
PROCEDURE OPTIONS
One knee or both knees?
Whether one knee or both need attention, your specialist will recommend a treatment plan suited to your symptoms, health and goals.
One-knee replacement
Hospital treatment from £4,350
Replacement of one knee, including one standard implant.
Both-knee replacement
Hospital treatment from £6,160
Replacement of both knees, including two standard implants. Your specialist will discuss whether a combined or staged approach suits you.
Your assessment also gives you the opportunity to discuss other suitable approaches, including partial knee replacement.
YOUR HOSPITAL PACKAGE
What your hospital treatment includes
From your surgical team to your hospital room and nursing care, your treatment package brings the main elements of your hospital care together.
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Surgical and anaesthetic team
Professional fees for the primary surgeon, assistant surgeon and anaesthetist for your agreed procedure.
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Theatre and standard implant
Theatre charges, routine equipment and consumables, plus the standard knee implant specified in your package.
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Your hospital stay
Accommodation in your chosen package’s room category, with provision for you and one accompanying person.
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Routine hospital care
Relevant in-hospital tests, nursing, routine inpatient medicines and wound dressings within the package scope.
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ICU care where specified
Standard post-operative ICU care only where specified by the surgical protocol and agreed package.
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A clear written treatment plan
Know your procedure, included services, room category and planned hospital stay before you book.
Plan your complete journey with Lotus & Lark
Lotus & Lark can help arrange visa assistance, flights, airport transfers, local transport, interpretation and accommodation booking, alongside your treatment.
Your personalised quote
ASSESSMENT & PREPARATION
A clear plan before you travel
From your first assessment to your travel preparations, Lotus & Lark helps you understand each step and get organised for treatment.
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Share your knee records
Lotus & Lark guides you through sharing your knee X-rays, reports, medicine list and details of previous treatment for the specialist review.
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Understand your treatment plan
Discuss your options with a specialist and receive a written quote covering your hospital care and journey arrangements.
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Get ready for treatment
Receive guidance on pre-operative checks, medicines and practical preparations, including comfortable clothing and support after surgery.
How long should you allow?
Hospital stays after uncomplicated knee replacement are often around 1–4 days. Lotus & Lark helps you plan your time in India around your hospital’s advice, follow-up reviews and recommended return-flight date.
RECOVERY & RETURNING HOME
Your recovery, one step at a time
With a clear exercise plan and guidance from your treating team, recovery focuses on building comfort, strength and confidence in everyday movement.
SPACE TO REST
A comfortable setting for the next stage of your recovery.
Explore accommodation options and plan practical support before travelling.
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In hospital
Your care team supports you with pain relief, wound care and your first steps. Crutches or a walking frame can help you move with confidence.
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The first few weeks
Follow your exercises and gradually increase daily activity as your knee heals. Your team guides you on managing swelling and stiffness.
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Over the following months
Continue building strength and confidence in movement as you return to everyday activities. Your care team guides you on getting back to work, hobbies and exercise at a pace suited to your recovery.
Planning a comfortable journey home
Your specialist advises when you are ready for a long-haul flight. Lotus & Lark helps you plan your return around that advice and the airline’s requirements.
YOUR QUESTIONS
Knee replacement FAQs
Answers to the practical questions patients commonly ask.
Your specialist reviews your knee symptoms, scans and previous treatment, then explains the options and likely benefits for your everyday life.
The hospital starting price covers the listed knee replacement procedure and standard package. Request your personalised quote for your complete treatment journey.
A standard knee implant is included. Your specialist will explain the implant suited to your treatment and any optional alternatives.
Yes. Both-knee treatment starts from £6,160 for hospital care, including two standard implants. Your specialist will recommend a combined or staged approach.
You can arrange knee replacement in India without joining a waiting list. Following your specialist assessment, Lotus & Lark helps coordinate the hospital booking and a treatment date that fits your clinical preparation and travel plans.
Yes. Exercises and support with movement help you regain strength after surgery. Your team explains the recovery plan and follow-up arrangements.
Yes. Companion accommodation and meals are included through Lotus & Lark. Tell us who will travel with you when you enquire.
Your specialist recommends a return-flight date based on your recovery. Lotus & Lark helps you organise the journey home around that advice.
Knee replacement can improve pain and movement, but outcomes vary. As with any operation, risks include infection, blood clots, bleeding, stiffness, persistent pain and implant problems. Your specialist explains your individual risks and the steps taken to manage them.
Lotus & Lark gets in touch to understand your needs, arrange a specialist assessment and prepare a personalised plan and quote. Your first enquiry is simple and carries no obligation to book.
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Request an assessment and quote
Start with a brief enquiry. There is no obligation to book. The team will explain the assessment process and when to expect a personalised plan and quote.