Restore mobility of the knee joint by getting rid of the affected one. Undergo advanced and minimally invasive total knee replacement surgery or partial knee replacement surgery. Book your appointment today with Max Health to get in touch with a highly experienced orthopedic surgeon to undergo safest knee replacement surgery.
Knee replacement, or knee arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure that is commonly recommended to restore the mobility and normal function of the knee joint. There are various reasons for which the orthopedic surgeon can advise you to get knee replacement surgery, such as osteoarthritis, knee arthritis, trauma, or knee injury. It is usually oly advised to people who have become bedridden due to severe knee joint pain and/or instability.
Max Health provides advanced knee replacement surgery that is performed with the help of the latest and minimally invasive technique, i.e., Arthroscopy. Our treatment centers are well equipped with state-of-the-art surgical instruments and has modern infrastructure to offer the best possible knee replacement surgery.
At Max Health we have highly experienced orthopedic surgeons. They perform advanced arthroscopy and provide comprehensive knee replacement treatment without any complications Our orthopedic surgeons have specialization in performing advanced and effective knee replacement treatments for successful results.
Knee implants are prosthetics that are used in order to replace the damaged or affected knee joint. Artificial knee implants help in getting rid of mobility issues and aid you in moving freely from one place to another without any pain or discomfort.
There are three main components in a knee implant:
The plastic components of the implant are made of polyethylene, while the metal component is usually made of cobalt-chromium, titanium, zirconium, and nickel. Knee implants can be categorized into four categories based on what they are made of:
Knee replacement is a major treatment, so you need to prepare well before the surgery. Preparation before knee replacement surgery is done on two levels: medical and home preparation.
Medical preparation before knee replacement treatment includes:
There are certain factors that indicate that one requires knee replacement surgery. Some of them are-
Knee replacement surgery cost in India ranges from Rs. 1,80,000 for one knee to 4,50,000 for both knees. If you are considering getting knee replacement surgery, you should consider the following factors, based which the cost of surgery can vary:
Consult the best orthopedic doctors at Max Health and get the average cost of knee replacement surgery.
The following are a few advantages of undergoing minimally invasive knee replacement surgery compared to traditional knee replacement surgery-
You may need knee replacement surgery after a serious knee injury or other painful conditions like osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc., that may limit your ability to perform everyday tasks, such as walking, climbing stairs, etc.
Typically, the choice for a knee implant depends on various factors such as the patient’s age, type of surgery, health condition, the severity of knee degeneration, budget, etc. Therefore, the implant is chosen by the doctor and patient together, following careful consideration.
Most patients are discharged from the hospital 3 – 5 days after minimally invasive knee replacement surgery.
Spinal or general anesthesia is typically used to make the area numb for Knee replacement surgery.
Generally, after a successful knee replacement, the patient would not experience any knee-related issues for at least the next 10-15 years.
You will be able to get out of bed and start walking the same day after the surgery, and will typically be discharged from the hospital 2 to 3 days after the surgery. Rehabilitation will begin immediately after the surgery with a supervised and personalized exercise program monitored by an orthopedic surgeon. You will not have pain and will be given medications to manage pain, prevent complications, and boost recovery.
After knee replacement, initial pain, inflammation, and swelling typically resolve within 2 to 4 weeks. The pain is not severe and can be easily managed with painkillers and anti-inflammatories.
Minimally invasive knee replacement surgery can be carried out in adult patients of all ages. Even patients who are above the age of 50 years who are medically fit and are in good health can undergo knee replacement surgery if their lifestyle and activities are restricted by painful conditions like arthritis of knee joints.Minimally invasive knee replacement surgery can be carried out in adult patients of all ages. Even patients who are above the age of 50 years who are medically fit and are in good health can undergo knee replacement surgery if their lifestyle and activities are restricted by painful conditions like arthritis of knee joints.
After undergoing knee replacement surgery, you will need to be cautious about how you use your knee, especially for the first few weeks after your surgery. Your doctor will encourage you to walk as soon as you can. You can begin walking with the help of walking aids or support. But in no time, most patients feel comfortable walking on their own.
Here is a typical timeline of the progress you can expect to see in the first 3 months of recovery after knee replacement surgery-
Knee replacement surgery is performed with advanced and minimally invasive techniques, i.e, arthroscopy. But, like any other surgery, knee replacement surgery may also involve a few potential risks that can be discussed with your orthopedic surgeon. Some of the risks are-
