Knee Replacement Surgery

Total knee replacement, also known as total knee arthroplasty (TKA), is a surgical procedure to relieve severe pain and restore function in people with knee problems. This surgery is particularly beneficial for individuals suffering from significant knee pain and limited mobility due to conditions like osteoarthritis.



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Understanding Knee Osteoarthritis

Knee osteoarthritis is a condition where the cartilage in the knee joint wears away over time. This can cause chronic knee pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the knee. When other treatments don’t work, total knee replacement surgery can be a great solution.

What is Total Knee Replacement?

In total knee replacement surgery, the damaged parts of the knee are removed and replaced with artificial parts. This helps reduce pain and improve the function of the knee. It’s often recommended for people with severe knee arthritis or knee injuries that haven’t improved with other treatments.


Who Needs Total Knee Replacement Surgery?

Goals of Total Knee Replacement

The main goals of total knee replacement surgery are to:

The Total Knee Replacement Procedure

Before Surgery

  1. Health Check: A thorough check-up by your doctor, including medical history and a physical exam.
  2. X-rays: Imaging tests to plan the surgery.
  3. Patient Information: Understanding what to expect before, during, and after surgery.

 

During Surgery

  1. Incision: Making an opening to access the knee joint.
  2. Removing Damaged Parts: Taking out the damaged bone and cartilage.
  3. Placing Implants: Inserting artificial parts to replace the removed bone and cartilage.
  4. Aligning the Knee: Making sure the new knee joint is properly aligned.

 

After Surgery

  1. Pain management with medications
  2. Physical therapy to regain strength and movement
  3. Regular check-ups to monitor recovery

Recovery and Rehabilitation

Recovery Time

 

Rehabilitation

 

What To Expect

Frequently Asked Questions

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Conditions Where Total Knee Replacement Is Needed



Osteoarthritis



Rheumatoid Arthritis



Post-Traumatic Arthritis



Avascular Necrosis



Knee Dysplasia



Tumors



Inflammatory Arthritis

Doctors That Offer Total Knee Replacement


Jeffrey D. Mendelson, MD

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David H. Mendelson, MD

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Stephen D. Mendelson, MD

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Alice Mendelson, MD

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