Surgery

Once you are discharged from the hospital, a nurse, physical therapist, and possibly an occupational therapist will likely see you for in-home treatment. This is to ensure your are safe in and about your home. Home health varies from one to several visits for a safety check and review of an exercise program. In some

Immediately after surgery there may be mild discomfort due to the operation itself. Pain medication is given to lessen any pain. However, the pain rapidly subsides and the person notices that they no longer suffer from the longstanding pain of arthritis they have endured for so many years The healing phase will last approximately three

The most significant feature following total knee replacement is relief from long-standing pain of arthritis. Most individuals proclaim they have dramatically improved by about six weeks, however progress continues well beyond that point. Here are several guidelines to follow when returning to work and recreational activities: Work A sedentary or less physically demanding job may

Contact your doctor: If there is unrelenting significant pain in the knee. If the surgical incision becomes warm, red, or appears to have an opening or drainage. If swelling persists/increases. If either of the calf regions become swollen and painful or tender to the touch. If you become generally warm and ill feeling. If chest pain or coughing develop without cause

Here are some frequently asked questions related to knee replacement: Q: How soon following total knee replacement should I be able to progress to walking independently? A: The speed with which a person is able to discontinue the use of crutches, walker or cane varies from individual to individual. The majority of people require only a

Here is a summary of the important facts and information related to knee replacement: Total knee replacement (TKR) is a surgical procedure in which a painful damaged knee joint is replaced by an artificial joint. Osteoarthritis resulting from “wear and tear” of the knee is the most common reason individuals need to undergo knee replacement

Here are definitions of medical terms related to knee replacement: ambulating: To walk from place to place; move about arthroplasty: An artificial joint or implant articular cartilage: The smooth lining that covers and protects the bone ends inside a joint avascular necrosis: Tissue death resulting from inadequate blood supply to the affected part of a bone continuous passive motion: If

Total knee replacement (TKR), also referred to as total knee arthroplasty (TKA), is a surgical procedure where worn, diseased, or damaged surfaces of a knee joint are removed and replaced with artificial surfaces. Materials used for resurfacing of the joint are not only strong and durable but also optimal for joint function as they produce

Any condition affecting the knee that causes damage to the normally smooth lining cartilage of the knee may eventually end up with the same end result. The protective cartilage lining the joint becomes worn away, producing increasing damage to the bone surfaces inside the joint. This may cause pain, swelling and stiffness, as the exposed

Total knee replacements are usually performed on people suffering from painful arthritic conditions of the knee severe enough to limit one’s normal day to day activities. Need To Know: Generally a person would be considered for a total knee replacement if the individual experiences daily pain, restricting not only work and recreation, but also the