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   Total Knee Replacement

Introduction​

Total knee replacement (also called total knee arthroplasty) is designed for patients with advanced arthritis or severe joint damage. The procedure replaces the worn or damaged surfaces of your knee with smooth, durable implants that mimic the natural motion of a healthy joint.

Key Benefits

1. Significant Pain Relief

  • The primary reason patients choose knee replacement is to reduce or eliminate chronic knee pain.

  • Most patients report dramatic improvement in pain both at rest and during movement.

2. Improved Mobility and Function

  • Stiffness and swelling that limit your activity can be resolved.

  • Many patients regain the ability to walk longer distances, climb stairs more comfortably, and return to activities they enjoy.

3. Enhanced Quality of Life

  • Relief from constant pain allows you to focus on family, work, hobbies, and exercise again.

  • Improved independence—daily tasks like shopping, gardening, or traveling become easier.

4. High Success and Longevity

  • Modern implants are highly durable, with the majority lasting 20 years or longer.

  • More than 90% of patients are satisfied with the outcome of their surgery.

5. Predictable Results

  • Knee replacement is one of the most reliable orthopedic surgeries performed today.

  • With advances in surgical technique and technology, recovery is often quicker and outcomes more consistent.

Is Total Knee Replacement Right for You?

You may be a candidate if you experience:

  • Severe knee pain that limits daily activities

  • Pain at rest or during the night

  • Stiffness or swelling that doesn’t improve with medication or therapy

  • X-ray or imaging showing advanced arthritis or joint damage

  • Take this Survey to see if knee replacement is right for you. A score <60 indicates you may benefit from surgery

What to Expect

  • Hospital Stay: Many patients return home the same day or the next day after surgery

  • Recovery: Walking with support begins immediately. Most patients surpass their old knee around 8-12 weeks after surgery. You will continue to improve for up to a year and a half after surgery

Take the Next Step

If knee pain is holding you back from the life you want to live, a total knee replacement could be the answer. Schedule a consultation to discuss your options and learn how this procedure can help restore your comfort and mobility.

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Bibliography

  1. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS). Total Knee Replacement. OrthoInfo. Updated 2021.

  2. Carr AJ, Robertsson O, Graves S, et al. Knee replacement. Lancet. 2012;379(9823):1331-1340.

  3. Skou ST, Roos EM, Laursen MB, et al. A randomized, controlled trial of total knee replacement. New England Journal of Medicine. 2015;373:1597-1606.

  4. National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). Joint replacement (primary): hip, knee and shoulder. NICE Guideline NG157. 2020.

  5. Losina E, Thornhill TS, Rome BN, Wright J, Katz JN. The dramatic increase in total knee replacement utilization rates in the United States cannot be fully explained by growth in population size and the obesity epidemic. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2012;94(3):201-207.

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