Affordable Orthopaedic Surgery
in Thailand
Knee and hip replacement, sports-injury and spine surgery with experienced surgeons at JCI-accredited hospitals — the same global implants, for 50–70% less, with PIMORA’s full concierge care.
What we arrange
Total, partial and robotic-assisted knee replacement, $7,000–15,000. See the full knee guide →
Total and robotic-assisted hip replacement, $7,000–15,000 (robotic ~$15,300) — 50–70% below Western prices.
Arthroscopic sports-injury repair (ACL, meniscus, shoulder) and spine procedures with specialist teams.
World-class joints, honest savings
The reason Thai orthopaedics costs less is not the hardware — hospitals use the identical DePuy, Zimmer Biomet and Stryker implants found in top Western centres. The savings come from lower hospital and surgeon fees, with robotic precision and rehab included.
- Same implant brands as leading Western hospitals
- Robotic-assisted joint replacement available
- Physiotherapy and rehab arranged during your stay
- Remote follow-up coordinated once you're home
Orthopaedic costs — and savings
Indicative 2025 ranges for knee and hip replacement. Thailand uses the same global implants at roughly 50–70% below Western prices.
| Where | Typical price (USD) | You save |
|---|---|---|
| 🇹🇭 Thailand (knee/hip) | $7,000 – $15,000 | — |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | $20,000 – $35,000 | ~60% |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | $19,000 – $32,000 | ~55% |
| 🇺🇸 United States | $35,000 – $60,000 | ~70% |
Sources: Bookimed & Compare the Market global surgery cost data, 2025. Ranges are indicative and vary by procedure and implant. PIMORA confirms your exact quote at consultation.
A typical 2-week trip
Send imaging and history; the surgeon confirms a plan and quote.
Pickup, exam and pre-op checks.
Your procedure at a JCI-accredited hospital.
Guided physiotherapy and recovery.
A final review before you fly home with a rehab plan.
Orthopaedics questions, answered
Why is Thailand good for orthopaedic surgery?
Thailand combines experienced surgeons, robotic-assisted precision, the same global implant brands (DePuy, Zimmer, Stryker) and 60+ JCI-accredited hospitals — at 50–70% less than the West, with rehabilitation built into the stay.
Which orthopaedic procedures does PIMORA arrange?
Knee and hip replacement (including robotic-assisted), sports-injury and arthroscopic surgery, and spine procedures — all with verified orthopaedic teams at accredited hospitals.
How much can I save?
Knee and hip replacement in Thailand cost 50–70% less than in the US, UK or Australia, using identical implant hardware — the savings come from lower hospital and surgeon fees.
How long do I stay for joint replacement?
Plan around two weeks in Thailand: 3–5 days in hospital plus early physiotherapy. Most patients return to daily activities within 6–8 weeks after flying home.
Is orthopaedic surgery in Thailand safe?
Yes, at JCI-accredited hospitals with board-certified orthopaedic surgeons. PIMORA verifies every team and coordinates rehab and remote follow-up after you return home.
Sources & references
The figures on this page are drawn from
the following independent medical and medical-travel sources.
- Bookimed — Knee Replacement in Thailand: costs & clinics (2025). us-uk.bookimed.com
- Bookimed — Hip Replacement in Thailand: costs & clinics (2025). us-uk.bookimed.com
- OrthoInfo (American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons) — joint replacement recovery. orthoinfo.aaos.org
- Joint Commission International — accredited-organization directory. www.jointcommissioninternational.org
Disclaimer: This page is general information, not medical advice, and does not replace a consultation. Costs are indicative market ranges as of 2025 and vary by case.
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