What Is Unicompartmental Knee Replacement?

What Is Unicompartmental Knee Replacement?

What Is Unicompartmental Knee Replacement A unicompartmental knee replacement, also called a partial knee replacement, resurfaces only the damaged compartment of the knee rather than the entire joint. The knee has three compartments: medial (inner side), lateral...
How Long Does a Knee Replacement Implant Last?

How Long Does a Knee Replacement Implant Last?

How Long Does a Knee Replacement Implant Last A modern total knee replacement implant lasts between 15 and 25 years for the majority of patients. Registry data across 14 national databases, published in The Lancet, found that approximately 82% of total knee...

Robotic vs Conventional Knee Replacement

Robotic vs Conventional Knee Replacement Knee replacement surgery has evolved significantly over the years, offering patients two major options Robotic Knee Replacement and Conventional Knee Replacement. Both procedures are widely used to treat severe knee pain caused...

Total Knee Replacement vs Partial Knee Replacement

Total Knee Replacement (TKR) and Partial Knee Replacement (PKR) are two surgical options used to treat severe knee pain caused by arthritis or joint damage. In TKR, the entire knee joint is replaced with an artificial implant and is usually recommended when damage is...
 Is Knee Pain Always Arthritis?

 Is Knee Pain Always Arthritis?

Knee pain is not always caused by arthritis. While it is a common cause, especially in older adults, knee pain also stems from injuries, overuse, or inflammation of soft tissues. Ligament tears (ACL/MCL), meniscus tears, bursitis, and tendonitis are all frequent...
What Exercises to Do Before Knee Replacement Surgery?

What Exercises to Do Before Knee Replacement Surgery?

What Exercises to Do Before Knee Replacement Surgery? Prehabilitation structured exercise before knee replacement improves post-operative recovery significantly. Patients who complete 4 to 8 weeks of quad strengthening, range of motion work, and light cardiovascular...