Doctor · Lower Parel, Mumbai
Dr. Chintan Desai
Shoulder surgeon and sports injury specialist
A shoulder and sports medicine surgeon with fellowship training in Seoul and Sydney, consulting at Reliance Foundation, Breach Candy and Jaslok hospitals.
Shoulder Replacement Surgery in India
Compare total and reverse shoulder replacement, and how to plan the sling period and physiotherapy.
Also known as: shoulder arthroplasty, reverse shoulder replacement, total shoulder replacement
Discuss your care options →Understanding your options
Shoulder replacement relieves pain from arthritis or severe fractures by replacing the ball and socket of the shoulder. In an anatomic total replacement, the implant copies the normal shape. In a reverse replacement, the ball and socket are swapped; this suits people with large rotator cuff tears or cuff arthropathy, as it relies on the deltoid muscle.
Anatomic or reverse replacement
Rotator cuff assessment
Sling period and staged physiotherapy
Doctors and hospitals we work with
These partners can be considered for this treatment. Suitability for your case is confirmed after review.
Questions for your consultation
- Is my rotator cuff intact, and which replacement suits me?
- How much movement should I expect afterwards?
- What physiotherapy will I need after returning home?
Cost of Shoulder Replacement Surgery in India
Typical price range in India
₹2 – 7 lakh (about US$2,300 – 8,000)
Anatomic total shoulder replacement at the lower end; reverse shoulder replacement is commonly quoted at ₹3.2 – 7 lakh, and revision surgery costs more.
Source: Published Indian hospital, clinic and medical-travel price guides, checked October 2026. This is a market range, not a quotation; your written estimate may differ.
An individual estimate needs a defined plan and provider review. Ask for a written breakdown rather than comparing package names alone.
- Anatomic, reverse, or revision implant
- CT planning and hospital stay
- Physiotherapy programme
Confirm what is included, quotation validity, possible additional charges, and cancellation terms. Allow separately for accommodation, travel, local transfers, coordination fees, and care after returning home.
Recovery and follow-up planning
Most patients stay in hospital for 2 to 3 days and wear a sling for about 4 to 6 weeks. Plan around 2 weeks in India before flying, then follow a physiotherapy programme for several months.
Common questions
Usually after about 6 weeks, once you are out of the sling and have enough control. Your surgeon will advise.
Usually yes, after the surgeon has reviewed you. Ask for help with luggage and an aisle seat on the other side.
Published prices in India are typically ₹2 – 7 lakh (about US$2,300 – 8,000). Anatomic total shoulder replacement at the lower end; reverse shoulder replacement is commonly quoted at ₹3.2 – 7 lakh, and revision surgery costs more. Your own estimate depends on the treatment plan and provider.
Further reading
This guide supports a conversation with a qualified clinician. Suitability, alternatives, risks, recovery, and travel readiness require an individual assessment.