Total Knee Replacement
Summary
Total knee replacement (total knee arthroplasty) is a surgical procedure that replaces a damaged knee joint with an artificial one. This can significantly improve pain, function, and quality of life for people with severe arthritis or other knee conditions.
Benefits
Pain relief: Significant reduction in knee pain.
Improved function: Increased ability to walk, climb stairs, and perform daily activities.
Improved quality of life: Enhanced overall well-being and ability to participate in activities.
Recovery
Same Day Discharge: Many patients are discharged the same day as surgery
Walking immediately: Will begin walking with walker immediately after surgery
Physical Therapy: Most patients are ambulating with no assistive device by 3 weeks postoperatively and no additional therapy is needed after this
Full Recovery: Fully healed from surgery 10-12 weeks post op but most patients have returned to work before that depending on type of job
