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Share your medical reports along with your age, symptoms and history. Our team consults senior specialists and sends a treatment plan, estimated cost, expected outcome and duration of stay. If you decide to proceed, we issue an official invitation letter for your medical visa and coordinate pickup, appointments, hospital and accommodation.

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Do you assist with visa and travel?

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Can I bring a family member?

Yes. One attendant bed is included in the estimate, and up to two attendants can apply for linked medical attendant visas.

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Pay by card or in US dollars after arriving, or transfer directly to the hospital's official account before travel. Payment always goes to the hospital, never to us.

What happens after I return home?

We stay in touch for follow-ups. Your treating doctor remains available for online consultations during recovery, at no charge.

ACL & PCL Reconstruction Surgery in India

Also known as ACL reconstruction, PCL reconstruction, anterior cruciate ligament surgery, posterior cruciate ligament surgery, knee ligament reconstruction, arthroscopic ligament surgery

Cost from$2,500 – $6,000 In hospital1-2 days Stay in Indiaabout 10-14 days SuccessAround 90% for return to sport and daily activity Procedure time1-2 hours AnaesthesiaSpinal or general Opinion in24 hours

The short answer

ACL or PCL reconstruction in India costs between $2,500 and $6,000, higher for combined multi-ligament or revision cases, against $20,000 to $50,000 in the US. The torn ligament is replaced with a tendon graft using arthroscopic (keyhole) technique, restoring knee stability for athletes and active individuals after a complete tear.

About ACL & PCL Reconstruction Surgery

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) and posterior cruciate ligament (PCL) are two of the main stabilising ligaments inside the knee, controlling forward and backward movement of the shin bone relative to the thigh bone. A complete tear of either, common in sports involving sudden stops, pivots or direct impact, leaves the knee unstable, prone to buckling, and at higher risk of further damage such as meniscus tears or early arthritis if left untreated.

How the ligament is reconstructed

Because a torn ACL or PCL generally cannot be stitched back together, reconstruction replaces it with a tendon graft, taken either from the patient's own body (autograft, commonly the hamstring or patellar tendon) or from a donor (allograft). The procedure is done arthroscopically, using a camera and small instruments through a few small incisions, rather than a large open incision, which supports a faster recovery and less scarring.

ACL vs PCL vs combined reconstruction

ACL tears are considerably more common than PCL tears and are frequently seen in sports injuries. PCL tears more often result from direct impact to the front of the knee, such as in a fall or vehicle accident, and are sometimes accompanied by damage to other knee ligaments. In more complex injuries, a patient may need reconstruction of both ligaments, or additional ligaments, in the same or a staged surgery, which increases the surgical complexity and cost accordingly.

Who needs surgery vs who might not

Not every ACL or PCL tear needs surgery. Surgery is generally recommended for athletes, physically active individuals, and anyone with a complete tear who wants to return to demanding activity or prevent further joint damage. Some patients, particularly those with lower activity demands or partial tears, may be managed with physiotherapy and bracing instead. Your orthopaedic surgeon confirms the right approach based on your specific tear, activity level and goals.

Why patients choose India for this

Save 80-90% on the same arthroscopic technique

Partner hospitals use the same arthroscopic equipment, graft options and fixation devices used in Western sports medicine centres, at a fraction of the cost.

Sports medicine and arthroscopy specialists

Our partner surgeons include fellowship-trained sports medicine and arthroscopy specialists who handle ACL, PCL and combined ligament cases regularly, not as an occasional part of general orthopaedic practice.

Multiple graft options available

Whether autograft (hamstring, patellar or quadriceps tendon) or allograft is more suitable for your case, partner hospitals offer the range of graft options so the choice is based on your knee, not on what's available at one facility.

Structured rehab for a real return to sport

Ligament reconstruction outcomes depend heavily on disciplined rehabilitation; partner hospitals build a structured physiotherapy program into the treatment plan from the start, with clear milestones toward returning to activity.

ACL & PCL Reconstruction Surgery cost

Country	Indicative cost
India — with Nobel Medi Assistance	$2,500 – $6,000
United States	$20,000 - $50,000
United Kingdom	$10,000 - $19,000
UAE / Middle East	$8,000 - $15,000
Singapore	$10,000 - $18,000

Figures are indicative for international patients and depend on the hospital, the surgeon and your reports. Your exact cost is confirmed in writing after a specialist review — free, and with no obligation.

What the estimate covers

Included

Orthopaedic surgeon and surgical team fees
Operation theatre and anaesthesia charges
Graft and fixation devices as agreed in the treatment plan
Hospital stay for the planned duration
Routine medicines during the hospital stay
Initial physiotherapy sessions during admission
Post-operative assessment to confirm graft placement

Not included

Diagnostic workup, MRI and X-rays done before arrival in India
Flights, visa and travel insurance
Accommodation for the recovery period after discharge
Treatment for additional ligament or meniscus damage found during surgery, if not part of the original plan
Treatment for complications unrelated to the surgery
Extended physiotherapy over the 6-12 month rehab period after returning home

How ACL & PCL Reconstruction Surgery is done

Consultation and reviewAn orthopaedic surgeon reviews your MRI and history remotely to confirm the diagnosis, which ligament(s) are involved, and the likely graft option for your case.
Pre-operative workupOn arrival, imaging and fitness assessments confirm the extent of the injury and finalise the surgical and graft plan.
Anaesthesia and accessUnder spinal or general anaesthesia, the surgeon makes a few small incisions to insert the arthroscope and instruments.
Preparing the graftIf using your own tissue, the graft is harvested (commonly from the hamstring or patellar tendon) and prepared for placement.
Placing the graftTunnels are drilled through the bone at precise points, and the graft is threaded through and secured with fixation devices to recreate the ligament's natural position.
Confirming stabilityThe knee is tested through its range of motion to confirm the new ligament provides stable support before closing the incisions.
Recovery and rehab planningYou are moved to recovery, physiotherapy begins early, and you go home with a structured, milestone-based rehabilitation plan.

Recovery and what to expect

First 24-48 hoursPain and swelling are managed actively; early gentle movement and physiotherapy typically begin within a day or two.
1-2 weeksDischarged from hospital and progressing on crutches, with structured physiotherapy underway to restore range of motion.
4-6 weeksWalking without crutches for most patients, with physiotherapy focused on regaining strength and full range of motion.
3-4 monthsProgressive strengthening and light jogging typically begin, guided closely by your physiotherapist.
6-12 monthsReturn to full sport or high-demand activity, once strength and stability testing confirm the knee is ready, following your surgeon and physiotherapist's clearance.

Specialists who perform this

Where it is done

Max Super Speciality Hospital, Saket

📍 New Delhi · 539 beds ✓ NABH, JCI

Fortis Memorial Research Institute

📍 Gurgaon · 330 beds ✓ NABH, JCI

Medanta & The Medicity

📍 Gurgaon · 1250 beds ✓ NABH, JCI

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital

📍 Delhi · 710 beds ✓ JCI, NABH, NABL

Frequently asked questions

Do I definitely need surgery for my ACL or PCL tear?

Not always. Surgery is generally recommended for complete tears in athletes or active individuals wanting to return to demanding activity, while some partial tears or lower-activity patients may be managed with physiotherapy and bracing. Your surgeon confirms the right approach from your MRI and activity goals.

Which graft is better, my own tissue or a donor graft?

Both are established options. Using your own tissue (autograft) is more common and avoids donor-tissue considerations, while donor grafts (allograft) can suit specific cases, such as combined ligament injuries. Your surgeon will recommend based on your specific case.

Can both ACL and PCL be reconstructed in the same surgery?

Yes, in cases of combined ligament injury, both can be addressed in the same or a staged surgery, though this is more complex and takes longer to plan and recover from than a single-ligament reconstruction.

When can I return to sport?

Most patients return to full sport or high-demand activity around 6-12 months after surgery, once strength and stability testing confirm readiness. Returning too early is one of the most common causes of re-injury.

How long do I need to stay in India?

Around 10-14 days in total, covering the pre-operative workup, surgery, initial recovery and enough physiotherapy progress before flying home.

Is this a same-day or overnight surgery?

Most patients stay 1-2 days in hospital, since it's a relatively contained arthroscopic procedure compared to major open surgery.

Why is ACL/PCL reconstruction so much cheaper in India than in my home country?

Lower hospital overheads, surgeon fees and cost of living bring the price down significantly, not the arthroscopic technique or graft materials, which match international sports medicine standards.

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