Ankle Replacement Abroad: Lithuania
Price in GBP
Price in EUR
- ankle replacement surgery – 3.800 £
- ankle implants – 2.300 £
- ankle fusion – from 3.400 £
- all necessary tests ( X-ray, CT and MRI performed in 1 day) – 380 £
Newest generation implants: Hintegra and others.
- accommodation with medical care – from 58 £ per night
- consultation with the surgeon
- necessary health tests
- surgery
- implants
- anaesthesia
- hospitalisation
- 24/7 personal assistance during your stay
- transfers to / from the airport, hotel and clinic
- all documents translated to English
The price includes Hintegra and other highest quality implants. The implant option will be discussed in greater detail once the surgeon reviews your medical documentation.
Get your surgery for free by claiming a refund from your local health board. The clinic helps patients with the documents needed to claim a refund after following the EU directive route for medical treatment abroad. It applies to patients who are insured under the systems of one of the EU countries and may not get the surgery due to long waiting times.
Testimonials
Reviews & Facebook group
As seen on
Ankle Replacement case analysis
Our patients in the media
Nordorthopaedics Center Of Excellence
Experienced ankle and foot surgeon V. Kimtys
- More than 20 years of working experience
- 500 ankle prosthetics performed
- 1.000 ankle fusion surgeries
- Fluent in English
- Co-author of scientific articles represented in various medical journals
- Read more
Refund for EU patients
Get your surgery for free by claiming a refund from your local health board. The clinic helps patients with the documents needed to claim a refund after following the EU directive route for medical treatment abroad. It applies to patients who are insured under the systems of one of the EU countries and may not get the surgery due to long waiting times.
Rehabilitation packages
One of the most important factors for a quick and full recovery after surgery is proper rehabilitation. Rehabilitation helps recover after surgery as well as prevents formation of blood clots and helps avoid most of the postoperative complications and side effects. We offer two different rehabilitation packages:
Outpatient rehabilitation in Kaunas with a physiotherapist. The rehabilitation clinic is equipped with modern facilities. Individual rehabilitation programs are prepared by a kinesiologist with over 20 years of experience, Prof. Laimonas Siupsinskas. This type of rehabilitation is best suited for people who are physically active, athletes and those wishing to return to sports as soon as possible.
Rehabilitation in Kaunas – € 100 / £ 86 for one 1 h physiotherapy session per day.
- personalized rehabilitation course;
- specialist who is also a physiotherapist for Lithuanian Men’s National Basketball Team;
- all required medication;
- transportation to/from the rehabilitation clinic;
- read more about outpatient rehabilitation in Kaunas.
Inpatient rehabilitation at SPA resort in Druskininkai. It is equipped with modern facilities. The professionals there have years of experience working with people after various surgeries and injuries.
Rehabilitation at SPA resort in Druskininkai – from € 180 / £ 150 per day
- personalized rehabilitation course;
- room with TV and private bathroom;
- three meals a day;
- all medication needed;
- transportation to/from the rehabilitation centre;
- read more about inpatient rehabilitation in Druskininkai.
Our clinic
Self-catered accommodation with medical care
What sets us apart from other clinics?
Our clinic works with highly professional and educated surgeons. They have 10-20 years of experience in the field of orthopaedic surgery. They each perform 500 surgeries per year. Moreover, our surgeons are members of various prestigious surgical societies both Lithuanian and international. Our joint replacement surgeon S. Tarasevicius is an author of 150 scientific publications in different medical journals. Find more information about our surgeons here.
Our clinic works according to the highest standards set by the European Union. This helps to guarantee the quality of medical service.
During your entire stay in Lithuania you will receive personal care as well as transport to and from the clinic, hotel, and airport. You will not have to worry about a thing. You will be assisted from the moment of plane landing in Vilnius or Kaunas airport till your departure.
We have no waiting line so we can schedule your surgery as soon as you are ready to do so.
Everyone in our clinic speaks English, including nurses, assistants and the surgeon.
2-3 hour regular flights operate from all main airports in the UK & Ireland. Lithuania is closer than you thought. You can find the list of direct flights here. Please note that airlines constantly add new flights and new destinations, therefore feel free to contact us if you need help choosing the flight that suits you best.
Lithuania has been a part of the EU and NATO since 2004. Lithuania has one of the fastest growing economies in the whole region and the second fastest internet speed in the world. Lithuanian medical schools have trained many medical professionals who are highly appreciated and employed by many foreign hospitals, among which hospitals in the UK. Our clinic works according to the highest standards set to the medical institutions by the European Union.
Athletes treated at Nordorthopaedics
Our clinic uses implants based on their performance in international registries.
Being a true member of the International Society of Arthroplasty Registries, Lithuania is one of the leaders in low joint replacement revision rates, as only 9% of surgeries in Lithuania require revision in 10 years after surgery. Moreover, with the implants used at our clinic, only 4-6% of surgeries require revision in 10 years after surgery, while revision rates in some other Western countries, for example, USA, is as high as 17% in 10 years after surgery. The implants used at our clinic have been evaluated by other countries’ registries as those ensuring longest implant life, as compared to products of other manufacturers. Read more here.
When ankle replacement is necessary?
Usually ankle replacement is recommended for patients complaining about permanent joint pain and decreased mobility. Such symptoms appear if chronic inflammatory joint disease is present (for example, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis) or a joint is damaged due to bone fraction or infection. However, it is important for a doctor to suggest this procedure in early stages of disease while the joint function might still be preserved.
In some cases the surgeon may recommend ankle fusion instead of ankle replacement. Ankle fusion is the surgery performed in order to alleviate the pain which occurs when ankle joint wears off. During the procedure the articular cartilage of the ankle joint is removed and tibia grows together with talus bone.
FAQ about ankle replacement with our surgeon
Ankle anatomy
The ankle joint works like a hinge allowing feet to perform flexion and extension. It is composed of three bones – two thigh bones, tibia and fibula and the talus. Joint stability is secured with medial and lateral collateral ligaments and tendons.
Procedure
Ankle replacement surgery is performed under general or spinal anaesthesia. Although a doctor will advise which type is better, you will make the final decision. The incision will be placed in front of the ankle. The procedure will start by removing damaged cartilage and reshaping bone surfaces. Smooth and firm surface will serve as a better platform for prosthesis. The next step is to place an artificial joint.
There are three types of ankle prostheses:
- Scandinavian total ankle replacement – the structure of this prosthesis is the closest to normal ankle joint, therefore joint mobility is expected to be the greatest. However, in order to place the prosthesis it is essential to reshape all ankle forming bones. In some cases it is undesirable or even impossible.
- InBone ankle replacement – this type of prosthesis consists of two parts. One part is deeply inserted into the thigh bone, the other forms a surface for the talus bone. This type of prosthesis is well known for high improvement in function and longevity.
- Salto talaris ankle replacement – ankle prosthesis with the lowest profile, therefore reshaping is performed on relatively small level, leaving damaged tissues untouched. In the future it might cause inflammation and conversional surgery might be required.
Recovery period
After the procedure your ankle will be placed in a splint or a cast for approximately 4 weeks. These means will protect the prosthesis from moving out of the place and ensure that the fusion between bones is forming.
You should walk using a walker or crutches for 7-8 weeks. They will help to move around without placing weight on the operated feet. During night time or when lying in bed the feet should be kept raised in order to decrease swelling and pain. You might use pillows or rolled towel.
The most important part of recovery period is physical therapy. At first, gentle massages or heat applications should be helpful. It activates blood flow in the ankle area, decreases swelling and pain. The following step is physical activity. You will receive a specialized programme with various exercises that strengthen and increase the range of motion. They should be performed several times a day. However, you will not be allowed to exercise forcefully. All movement will be included one by one, putting as less stress on ankle as possible.
9 patients' case studies
Send us your enquiry
