Knee Replacement
Knee replacement is a surgical procedure that replaces a damaged knee with artificial parts. This damage is usually a result of arthritis .
Watch the video below to see how a knee replacement is done.
Knee Replacement involves cutting a small amount of bone from the bottom of the femur (thigh bone) and the top of the tibia (shin bone) and replacing these areas with metal.
Similarly a small portion of the patella (knee cap) is cut and a piece of plastic is fixed to the bone.
Once all the parts are cemented to the bone a piece of plastic is placed in between the metal to create a new joint.
After Surgery
- Most patients can be discharged the same day.
- Patients use a cane for 4 weeks
- Once fully recovered, patients can resume most daily as well as many extracurricular activities
- Most patients can expect excellent pain relief with full restoration of function
- Knee replacements can last greater than 20 years in most patients
Our doctors use the latest minimally invasive techniques for knee replacement. This allows the patients to resume their normal daily activities much quicker.
Why have a knee replacement?
How long do they last?
Find the answers to these and many more questions on our Frequently Asked Questions page.
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