Dr Tarandeep Singh Gill — MS Ortho, MCh Ortho
Director – Joint Replacement & Robotic Surgery · RoboLens FT3D Pioneer · Max Super Speciality Hospital, Mohali
Joint replacement surgery in chandigarh has transformed what’s possible for patients with severe arthritis. A condition that used to mean permanent pain, limited mobility, and progressive disability is now — in most cases — something that can be corrected with a procedure that sends patients home within a few days and back to normal life within months. The technology and techniques have improved dramatically over the past two decades. But the basics — who benefits, what the surgery involves, and what recovery requires — remain worth understanding clearly before committing to the procedure.
When Joint Replacement Is the Right Decision
The indication for joint replacement is consistent across both knee and hip: significant pain and functional limitation from advanced joint damage (usually arthritis) that hasn’t responded to non-surgical treatment. X-ray findings alone don’t indicate surgery — a patient with severe radiological changes who isn’t significantly impaired doesn’t need a replacement. The pain and functional impact are the primary drivers.
There’s no age restriction. Patients in their 50s who are active and have end-stage arthritis are candidates. So are patients in their 80s who are otherwise healthy. The assessment takes into account overall health, activity expectations, bone quality, and surgical risk — not just age.
Knee Replacement: Total vs Partial
Total knee replacement resurfaces the entire joint — the end of the femur, the top of the tibia, and the underside of the kneecap. It’s the most common procedure and works best when arthritis is throughout the joint.
Partial knee replacement (or resurfacing, as in the FT3D technique developed by Dr. TS Gill) addresses only the damaged compartment. The procedure is less invasive, recovery is faster, and the resulting knee feels more natural — because more of the original joint is preserved. It’s appropriate when arthritis is confined to one area of the knee and the ligaments are intact.
Robotic assistance improves the accuracy of both total and partial replacements. The implant is positioned with sub-millimetre precision, which means better alignment, more natural movement, and longer implant life.
Hip Replacement
Total Hip replacement Mohali removes the damaged femoral head and acetabulum and replaces them with metal, ceramic, and polyethylene components. Modern implants are designed to last 20+ years. The procedure has one of the highest patient satisfaction rates in all of surgery — the pain relief is reliable and the return to normal activity is consistent.
Recovery: What the Timeline Looks Like
Hospital stay for both procedures is typically 3–5 days. Patients are mobilised on the day of or day after surgery. The first 6 weeks focus on regaining basic mobility and independence — walking comfortably, managing stairs, getting in and out of a car. From 6 weeks to 3 months, activity gradually increases. By 3–6 months, most patients have returned to normal daily life. Full recovery — getting to the best the joint will be — takes up to a year.
Physiotherapy is essential. The surgery provides the new joint; the rehabilitation builds the strength and mobility to use it properly. Patients who engage seriously with post-operative physiotherapy do significantly better than those who don’t.
If you’re in Chandigarh, Mohali, or Panchkula and considering joint replacement for a knee or hip problem, a consultation with Dr. Tarandeep Singh Gill at Max Hospital Mohali will give you a thorough assessment and honest advice on whether replacement is the right next step and which procedure is most appropriate for your condition.