{"id":17724,"date":"2026-10-20T19:19:52","date_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:19:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bak.lt\/paslaugos\/hip-and-knee-replacement\/"},"modified":"2026-10-20T19:55:09","modified_gmt":"2026-10-20T16:55:09","slug":"hip-and-knee-replacement","status":"publish","type":"paslaugos","link":"https:\/\/bak.lt\/en\/services\/hip-and-knee-replacement\/","title":{"rendered":"Hip and knee replacement"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style>\n\/* Baltijos Amerikos klinika | III lygio paslaug\u0173 MASTER *\/\n.bak-service-content {font-family:inherit; font-size:inherit; color:inherit; line-height:1.7;}\n.bak-service-content * {box-sizing:border-box;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro {background:#F1F4EF; border-left:4px solid #5E7053; padding:30px; margin:0 0 42px;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro > p {font-family:inherit; font-size:18px; font-weight:600; line-height:1.65; margin:0 0 15px;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-intro > p:last-of-type {margin-bottom:0;}\n.bak-service-content .bak-benefits {display:grid; 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The operation can help reduce pain and improve mobility when the joint disease is advanced and conservative treatment is no longer effective enough.<\/p>\n    <p>Baltic American Clinic performs hip and knee replacement operations. Treatment is planned individually, taking into account the condition of the joint, your general health, your mobility and your expectations.<\/p>\n\n    <div class=\"bak-benefits\">\n      <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Specialist assessment<\/strong><p>Assessment of the joint damage and of the indications for surgery.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Individual surgical plan<\/strong><p>The treatment approach is chosen according to the diagnosis and your state of health.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Surgical treatment<\/strong><p>Hip and knee replacement operations.<\/p><\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-benefit\"><strong>Post-operative care<\/strong><p>Monitoring of healing and advice on further recovery.<\/p><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <section>\n    <h2>When is joint replacement considered?<\/h2>\n    <ul class=\"bak-list\">\n      <li>Your hip or knee hurts constantly, even at rest.<\/li>\n      <li>The pain disturbs your sleep and daily activities.<\/li>\n      <li>It is difficult to walk, climb stairs or stand up.<\/li>\n      <li>Movement of the joint is severely limited.<\/li>\n      <li>Medication, physiotherapy and other measures no longer give enough relief.<\/li>\n      <li>Imaging tests show advanced changes in the joint.<\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n    <p>The need for surgery is decided not on the X-ray alone, but also on your symptoms, joint function and general health.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <h2>In which cases is joint replacement performed?<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"bak-accordion\">\n      <details>\n        <summary>Hip osteoarthritis<\/summary>\n        <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n          <p>Advanced disease can cause pain in the groin, thigh or buttock, limping and restricted movement.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/details>\n      <details>\n        <summary>Knee osteoarthritis<\/summary>\n        <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n          <p>Pain, stiffness and deformity can make walking and everyday activities difficult.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/details>\n      <details>\n        <summary>Other causes of joint damage<\/summary>\n        <div class=\"bak-accordion-body\">\n          <p>In certain cases, joint replacement is considered because of other degenerative, inflammatory or post-traumatic changes.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/details>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <h2>How do preparation and surgery work?<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"bak-steps\">\n      <div class=\"bak-step\">\n        <div class=\"bak-step-number\">1<\/div>\n        <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n          <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Orthopaedic trauma surgeon consultation<\/strong>\n          <p>Your symptoms, mobility, previous treatment and the indications for surgery are assessed.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step\">\n        <div class=\"bak-step-number\">2<\/div>\n        <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n          <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Diagnostic tests<\/strong>\n          <p>The necessary X-rays and other tests that help plan the operation are carried out.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step\">\n        <div class=\"bak-step-number\">3<\/div>\n        <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n          <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Pre-operative assessment<\/strong>\n          <p>Your general health, other conditions, the medicines you take and the anaesthetic risk are assessed.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step\">\n        <div class=\"bak-step-number\">4<\/div>\n        <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n          <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Joint replacement<\/strong>\n          <p>During the operation the damaged parts of the joint are removed and the selected prosthesis components are implanted.<\/p>\n          <div class=\"bak-button-wrap\">\n            <a class=\"bak-button\" href=\"https:\/\/bak.lt\/en\/services\/orthopaedic-and-trauma-surgery\/\">Orthopaedic and trauma surgery <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2192<\/span><\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step\">\n        <div class=\"bak-step-number\">5<\/div>\n        <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n          <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Early recovery<\/strong>\n          <p>After the operation you are monitored, your pain is managed and safe movement is started according to the treatment plan.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"bak-step\">\n        <div class=\"bak-step-number\">6<\/div>\n        <div class=\"bak-step-content\">\n          <strong class=\"bak-step-title\">Rehabilitation<\/strong>\n          <p>The aim is to restore joint movement, muscle strength and independent mobility.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <h2>How to prepare for surgery<\/h2>\n    <p>Before the operation, the doctor gives you an individual plan of tests and preparation. It is important to tell the doctor about the medicines you take, allergies, chronic conditions and previous operations.<\/p>\n    <p>It is also advisable to arrange in advance for help at home, walking aids and post-operative rehabilitation.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <h2>What are the possible risks?<\/h2>\n    <p>As with other major operations, possible complications include infection, bleeding, thromboembolic complications, nerve damage, instability of the prosthesis, dislocation or wear of the implants.<\/p>\n    <p>The doctor discusses your individual risk and the ways to reduce it before the operation.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <h2>When is urgent care needed after surgery?<\/h2>\n    <p>Seek urgent care if you develop shortness of breath, chest pain, sudden swelling of the leg, severe unusual pain in the joint, fever or signs of wound infection. If symptoms are life-threatening, call 112.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section>\n    <h2>Frequently asked questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n    <div class=\"bak-faq\">\n      <details>\n        <summary>Is joint replacement only done for older patients?<\/summary>\n        <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\">\n          <p>No. The key criteria are the severity of the joint damage, your symptoms and function, and the individual indications for treatment.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/details>\n      <details>\n        <summary>Will I need a walking frame or crutches after surgery?<\/summary>\n        <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\">\n          <p>Walking aids are often used in the early period. Whether you need them and for how long is decided individually.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/details>\n      <details>\n        <summary>How long does a joint replacement last?<\/summary>\n        <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\">\n          <p>Modern implants can last for many years, but how long they last depends on the type of implant, the loads placed on it and individual factors.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/details>\n      <details>\n        <summary>Can I do sport after joint replacement?<\/summary>\n        <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\">\n          <p>In most cases you can return to the physical activity your doctor recommends. High-impact activities are assessed individually.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/details>\n      <details>\n        <summary>Is rehabilitation needed before surgery?<\/summary>\n        <div class=\"bak-faq-answer\">\n          <p>Good physical preparation can help recovery after surgery, but the type of exercise and the load depend on your condition.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/details>\n    <\/div>\n  <\/section>\n\n  <section class=\"bak-price\">\n    <h2>Price of hip and knee replacement<\/h2>\n    <p>Prices for hip and knee replacement and for pre-operative consultations and tests are set by the Baltic American Clinic price list in force and the applicable payment terms.<\/p>\n    <p>Before the operation, it is discussed individually how implants, anaesthesia, inpatient stay, post-operative care and other services are included in the total cost of treatment.<\/p>\n  <\/section>\n\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hip and knee replacement (arthroplasty) is a surgical treatment in which badly damaged parts of the joint are replaced with artificial implants. 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