Knee pain can make everyday activities tough. When treatments like physical therapy don’t work, knee replacement surgery might be an option. This surgery replaces damaged parts of your knee with artificial ones, relieving pain and restoring movement.

What Happens During Knee Replacement Surgery?

1. Pre-Surgery: Your doctor will check your health and do tests to make sure you’re ready for surgery.
2. Anesthesia: You’ll be either asleep (general anesthesia) or numbed from the waist down (spinal or epidural anesthesia).
3. Incision: Your surgeon will make a cut around your knee.
4. Reshaping Bone: Damaged parts of your thighbone and shinbone are removed to make room for the new joint.
5. Implant Placement: Metal or ceramic parts are put in place to replace the damaged bone.
6. Closure: The incision is closed with stitches or staples.
   
   

Benefits of Knee Replacement Surgery

• Pain Relief: Say goodbye to chronic knee pain.
• Improved Mobility: Walk, climb stairs, and enjoy activities with ease.
• Better Quality of Life: Feel more confident and independent.
• Long-Lasting Results: Modern implants can last 15-20 years or more.
  
  

Recovery from Knee Replacement Surgery

• Hospital Stay: A few days in the hospital for monitoring and pain management.
• Physical Therapy: Start physical therapy right away to regain strength and flexibility.
• Pain Management: Medications will help control pain.
• Gradual Return to Activity: Slowly increase activity levels as your knee heals.
• Long-Term Follow-Up: Regular check-ups with your doctor.
  
  

Alternatives to Knee Replacement Surgery

• Medications: Pain relievers and anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Physical Therapy: Strengthening exercises and stretches.
• Assistive Devices: Canes, crutches, or braces.
• Lifestyle Changes: Weight loss and low-impact exercise.
• Regenerative Medicine: Emerging treatments like stem cell therapy.
  
  

If you’re considering knee replacement surgery, talk to our doctor. We will help you decide if it’s the right choice for you.