Total Knee Replacement

Knee Replacement Surgery is also known as knee arthroplasty, knee resurfacing or total knee replacement. This surgery aims to relieve pain, restore mobility and the weight bearing ability of a damaged or diseased knee joint.

This procedure is generally recommended for patients with degenerated knees due to chronic conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis or post traumatic arthritis. It may also be required when a patient has damaged his or her knee in an injury.

Research indicates that over 90% of the patients see a significant improvement in mobility & pain levels post surgery.

At Elite Orthopedics, we have the best doctors for knee replacement surgery in Hyderabad. Our doctors have over 20 years of experience in successfully treating knee problems. They have successfully performed over 1500 knee replacement surgeries.

There are several conditions in which a knee replacement surgery may be recommended for a patient.

• Severe knee pain & stiffness that restricts daily activities
• Severe knee pain even while resting
• Chronic swelling in the knee that does not improve with medications
• Knee deformity
• No improvement in knee pain & other symptoms with other treatments like anti-inflammatory medications or physical therapy.

Our expert orthopedic surgeons offer the best treatment for knee pain.

There are 4 basic steps in a knee replacement surgery. These include:

Preparing the bone
The damaged surfaces at the ends of the thighbone & shinbone are removed together with a small portion of the underlying bone.

Positioning the metal implants
The removed bone & cartilage are replaced with the implants that recreate the surface of the joint. The metal implants may be cemented or press fit into the bone.

Resurfacing the patella
Patella is the kneecap. The underpart of the kneecap is cut & is resurfaced with a plastic button. In some cases, this may not required.

Inserting a spacer
A metal grade plastic spaced is then fixed between the metal implants to ensure a smooth gliding surface.

Knee replacement surgery can help you in 4 ways:

• Pain relief
• Improved mobility
• Reduced need for medications
• Successful Outcomes
• Very High Patient Satisfaction rate

Knee replacement is a very common procedure and most people experience significant relief in terms of pain, mobility & quality of life. However, like any other surgery, knee replacement too has its own set of risks. These may include:

• Infection
• Blood clots in the leg vein or lungs
• Failure of the artificial joint

These risks are rare and in most cases, knee replacement surgery is safe & effective. In over 90% of the people, mobility & pain significantly improve post surgery. Three to six weeks after surgery, the patient can resume his normal daily routine.

If you or a loved one has been recommended a knee replacement surgery, consult our team of best doctors for knee replacement.