When is Knee Replacement Recommended?
- Persistent knee or leg pain that limits daily activities such as walking, climbing stairs, or getting up from a chair.
- X-rays showing irregular or worn-out joint surfaces.
- Failure to respond to conservative treatments like medications, physiotherapy, or injections.
- Significant arthritis-related damage causing stiffness, swelling, or deformity.
What is Total Knee Replacement (TKR)?
Also known as Total Knee Arthroplasty, it is a surgical procedure to replace the worn or damaged parts of the knee joint.
Artificial implants (prostheses) made of metal and high-grade plastic replace the damaged surfaces.
The goal is to relieve pain, restore movement, and improve quality of life.
How the Procedure is Done
The damaged ends of the thigh bone (femur) and shin bone (tibia) are surgically removed.
These surfaces are then replaced with precision-engineered metal and plastic prostheses.
The implants are either:
- Cemented in place using medical-grade bone cement, or
- Press-fit, allowing natural bone growth to secure the implant over time.
Who Benefits the Most
Typically recommended for older patients suffering from advanced osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis.
Ideal for individuals who wish to regain mobility and resume an active lifestyle after non-surgical methods have failed.