Arthroplasty
Knee replacement resurfaces a knee that has been worn down by arthritis. It is usually considered when knee pain and stiffness limit walking and daily activity despite non-surgical treatment.
What it addresses
Knee replacement is generally considered for advanced arthritis of the knee, when the cartilage is significantly worn and pain or stiffness keeps interfering with everyday movement.
Typical procedures
The worn surfaces of the knee are replaced with an implant. Depending on which part of the knee is affected, the whole joint or only one compartment may be replaced.
Approach
Where medically appropriate, non-surgical measures — weight and activity management, physiotherapy, and medication — are considered before surgery is recommended. When a knee replacement is the right step, what it involves and what to expect are explained plainly so the choice is shared.
Recovery
Guided movement and physiotherapy usually begin soon after surgery and continue over the following weeks. Recovery is gradual and differs between patients depending on general health and rehabilitation. A personal plan and follow-up are arranged for each patient.
Questions
General information only. Your own situation is assessed individually during consultation.
No. For many people, physiotherapy, weight management, medication, or injections are tried first. Replacement is considered when these are no longer giving adequate relief.
A total replacement resurfaces the whole knee joint; a partial replacement addresses only the affected compartment. Which is suitable depends on the pattern of wear in your knee.
Recovery is gradual and varies from person to person. Many patients improve steadily over weeks with physiotherapy. Your own timeline is discussed during consultation.
Function generally improves as recovery progresses, but the extent varies between individuals. What is realistic for you is discussed honestly rather than promised.
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