Who needs a knee replacement surgery?
Age-related joint complications in which the cartilage providing the cushion between the knee and the bone joints wear out, are the major causes to opt for this surgery.
In addition, grade 4 osteoarthritis and its various types which are degenerative and inflammatory in nature also lead to joint issues necessitating knee replacement surgery.
Other reasons include:
- Rheumatoid arthritis attacking the knee
- Deformities like knock-knee or bowed knees
- Knee injuries leading to broken bone or torn ligaments
Types of Knee Replacement Surgery
There are two major types of knee replacement surgeries.
Total Knee Replacement
This is one of the most commonly preferred surgeries in which the surgeon replaces the surfaces of the thigh bone and the shin bone that connects to the knee. The Knee joint is totally replaced with an artificial joint.
Partial Knee Replacement
It is done when only one side of the knee is affected and the patient has strong knee ligaments and cartilages are in normal condition. Anterior or posterior part of the knee is replaced through surgery which requires smaller cut than what is needed in total knee replacement.
What to expect after a Knee Replacement surgery?
People often live with their pain, compromise their quality of life, and wait for their problems to subside on their own, but always try to avoid surgery. However, with worn-out knees, you don’t need to do this.
Knee replacement surgeries are always successful and most of the people return to their daily activities with improved quality of life. The benefits always outweigh the complications related to the surgery and that is why this procedure is preferred by a good number of people worldwide.
Most of the knee replacements last for more than 15 years and in many cases for a lifetime.
The common benefits of knee replacement surgery are:
- Complete pain relief at the end of 3 months
- Good alignment of the leg
- Improved mobility
- Better quality of life
Knee Replacement Surgery Care at Medicover Hospitals
Knee Replacement Surgeries is one of the medical excellence at Medicover Hospitals with patients not only coming from different parts of India, but also from abroad. Our Orthopedic Department is skilled and equipped enough to perform robotic knee replacements with the highest level of precision and success. The team of Orthopedists and Orthopedic surgeons are supported by the latest technologies and high-end infrastructure to deliver world-class surgical outcomes in a highly safe and compassionate environment. With a multidisciplinary approach, we design the treatment pathway for our patients to ensure their holistic wellness.