Femoral osteotomy offers significant benefits, such as:

• Pain relief
• Restoration of femoral function
• Efficient rehabilitation
• Quick return to daily activities and sports

A well-executed procedure, coupled with post-treatment rehabilitation, enables patients to walk, swim, or ride a bike comfortably. Most patients return to full function after the procedure.

Femoral osteotomy is performed for various health reasons, including:

• Shaped position of the lower limb
• Pain in the patellofemoral joint
• Moderate or mild degenerative changes, usually in the medial compartment of the knee joint
• Patients under 50

These conditions can cause pain and discomfort, and correcting them through osteotomy can significantly improve the patient’s quality of life.

During the consultation, the orthopedic specialist will answer all your questions and conduct a detailed medical history. For a complete diagnosis, imaging studies are recommended to apply the appropriate treatment. The orthopedic surgeon will guide the patient through the entire surgical procedure for femoral osteotomy. After qualifying the patient for femoral osteotomy, the surgeon will order a full set of diagnostic blood tests and a consultation with an anesthesiologist. All necessary tests can be performed on-site at Medi Horizon Clinic.

The femoral osteotomy procedure is performed in the operating theater. The surgery, performed under general anesthesia, usually takes about two hours. Innovative implants (bioplates) are used, making the procedure minimally invasive. On the day of surgery, patients receive full antibiotic protection and thromboprophylaxis. Post-surgery, patients stay at the clinic under the care of qualified medical staff and receive pain management support.

Recovery from surgery varies for each patient. Cooling the knee area is recommended to reduce postoperative swelling and pain. Fast recovery depends on following the orthopedist’s recommendations and undergoing rehabilitation. Swelling and discomfort may occur but typically subside within a few days. Rehabilitation focuses on improving the range of motion and strengthening muscles. Patients begin rehabilitation exercises as early as the first day after surgery. By strictly following the doctor’s recommendations and adhering to the rehabilitation plan, patients can regain full range of motion in under two months. The collaboration between orthopedic doctors, physiotherapists, and patients ensures effective rehabilitation and quicker recovery.