Total Knee Replacement
Total knee replacement surgery — also known as knee arthroplasty — can help in relieving pain and restoring function in severely damaged knee joints. The procedure involves cutting away your damaged cartilage and bone from your thigh bone, kneecap, and shinbone and replacing it with a prosthetic (artificial) joint made of high-grade plastics, metal alloys, and polymers.
In determining whether a total knee replacement is beneficial for you, your orthopedic surgeon assesses your knee’s stability, range of motion, and strength. X-rays are used to determine the extent of damage. Your surgeon can choose from a variety of surgical techniques and knee replacement prostheses, considering your age, weight, knee size and shape, activity level, and overall health.
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