Knee pain can be a daily struggle, impacting your ability to walk, climb stairs, or even perform routine tasks. Knee replacement surgery is a highly effective solution. However, deciding when to undergo this procedure is a crucial decision that requires careful consideration. In this article, we'll explore the various factors and considerations that can help you determine the right time for a knee replacement. Understanding Knee Pain To make an informed decision about knee replacement, it's [Read More]
Knee Replacement
Pain Management After Knee Replacement: Medications, Therapies, and Strategies
Most people who have knee replacement surgery experience significant improvement in their pain and function. Part of the recovery journey is managing the pain after knee replacement. This article can guide you through the different techniques and strategies that can help with pain and promote your healing and recovery. What is Knee Replacement Surgery? Knee replacement surgery, also known as total knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure to replace the knee joint with an artificial joint. [Read More]
Managing Pain After Knee Replacement: Medications, Ice, and Heat Therapy
Knee replacement surgery can help relieve pain and improve function in people with severe knee problems, such as arthritis. However, surgery is not without its risks, and one of the most common one is pain. The amount of pain you experience after knee replacement surgery will vary depending on your individual circumstances. Some people may have only mild aches, while others may experience something more severe. Let’s look at some methods to manage pain after a knee [Read More]
How Long Will a Knee Replacement Implant Last?
A knee replacement procedure is performed when a knee joint has deteriorated (due to wear and tear, injury, or disease) and can no longer recover naturally. A deteriorated joint can lead to a lot of pain, difficulty in mobility, limited range of motion, and swelling. Knee replacement is an excellent solution to long-term relief. It involves replacing the knee joint with an artificial piece called a prosthesis. The implant takes on the responsibility of the natural knee it replaces. Through [Read More]
All About Total Joint Replacement Surgery
What is Total Joint Replacement Surgery? Total joint replacement is a surgical procedure involving the removal of damaged parts of a joint and the replacement of them with prosthetic pieces. The prosthetic pieces are designed to take on the functions of the damaged parts they replace, so the joint can function correctly once again. Joint replacement surgery is necessary when a joint is beyond natural healing and when other treatments fail to alleviate pain symptoms. It is a useful procedure [Read More]
Knee Replacement Surgery
The knee is the largest joint in the body and as such, undergoes a lot of stress. Whether it’s from wear and tear, an injury, carrying too much weight or degenerative joint disease, there is a good chance you or someone you know will be one of the more than 500,000 people each year who undergo a knee replacement procedure. If your knees are starting to bear the brunt of the pain and aren’t what they used to be, your orthopedist may recommend knee replacement surgery. Not to worry, though, these [Read More]
Custom Knee Replacement Surgery
While all joint replacement surgeries involve prosthetic materials, there are steps that can be taken to have a truly custom-fitted replacement joint prosthetic. It is specially fitted based on the patient’s height, the amount of activity they participate in daily, and their gender. Prosthetic knee replacements were first introduced decades ago. The choice of implant was based on the level of deformity in the patient's knee. There are also anatomical differences between men’s and women’s [Read More]
Partial Knee Replacement vs Total Knee Replacement: What is the Difference?
Weak-Kneed No More: Knowing Your Options for Knee Surgery According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, nearly half of all American adults develop knee osteoarthritis in at least one knee during their lifetime. Additionally, the demand for total knee replacement surgery is expected to exceed 3 million by the year 2030. However, it’s important that sufferers of knee conditions examine their options before committing to a full-fledged surgery. Both partial and total knee replacement [Read More]
