Knee pain is a common ailment among people of all ages that can have a huge impact on quality of life. It affects an individual’s ability to walk, run, kneel, climb stairs, sit and stand. Knee pain can be the result of injury, obesity, congenital conditions or osteoarthritis. For many patients, it starts as mild discomfort. This can be treated conservatively with ointments, exercise, weight loss, or anti-inflammatory medications and injections. Over time, however, knee pain may become chronic and require more advanced treatments, including knee replacement surgery.
The knee joint is comprised of cartilage, bone, ligaments and fluid with muscles and tendons that help it move. Technological advancements in orthopedic medicine allow patients to benefit from a variety of knee replacement procedures (partial or total). This technology allows surgeons replace damaged joint surfaces of the knee with special metal or plastic components.
After a thorough physical examination, X-rays and/or an MRI, your physician will help you prepare for surgery. Your doctor will explain the procedure in detail, and help you understand your responsibility in post-op recovery and rehabilitation.
Most patients experience some postoperative pain after knee replacement and can expect recovery to take about three months. Following your doctor’s advice and working closely with a physical therapist will help you regain maximum mobility and a marked decrease in knee pain.
Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital provides general and complex orthopedic surgeries. Our board-certified surgeons diagnose everything that allows you to move, work and be active by treating your bones, joints, ligaments and tendons. When nonsurgical treatment fails to provide relief, choose Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital for orthopedic surgery.
The board-certified orthopedic specialists at Cypress Pointe Surgical Hospital can help improve your quality of life with an accurate diagnosis and several treatment options. Get more details.