Open Surgeries Abroad: Lithuania

		Total hip replacement is a surgery during which the femoral head (tha ball) and the acetabulum (the socket) are replaced with an artificial implant that replicates the movement of the hip. Read more

		Partial hip replacement involves the replacement of the femoral head with the prosthesis, commonly called the ball, whereas the acetabulum (the socket) is left undisturbed.

		Hip resurfacing. Hip resurfacing is a procedure during which a cap is placed on the end of the femur and a cup on the acetabulum (socket). As a result, femoral head is retained. Differently than from hip replacement in which femoral head and the socket are completely replaced with prosthesis.

		Total knee replacement is an effective long-term solution to treat severely damaged knee joint. Total knee replacement surgery involves the substitution of the ends of thigh bone and shinbone with an artificial prosthesis. Read more

		Hallux valgus (Bunion) surgery. There are various different types of surgeries to treat Bunion that are performed depending on the severity of the deformity. It may involve the cutting of the loose tissue, removal of the damaged joint parts or joint realignment. Read more

		Carpal tunnel surgery. Carpal tunnel surgery is done to treat severe carpal tunnel syndrome which happens when median nerve is put under pressure as a result of swelling in the wrist. During the surgery a ligament in the wrist is cut and tension is relieved. Read more