Knee replacements have been around for decades with great success. Some initial early prostheses had a limited lifespan, but newer state-of-the-art models are lasting longer and longer. How do you know if it’s time for a knee-replacement surgery? The short answer is you cannot know without consulting an orthopedic specialist. If the pain in your […]
Knee Replacement
How to Prepare Your Home for Recovery After Total Knee Replacement
Facing a knee replacement can be a daunting proposition for anyone. There is a lot to think about, including how to properly prepare your home to facilitate a full recovery after the surgery. Almost 700,000 Americans undergo knee replacement surgery every year. Everyone who has this surgery must follow a fairly strict regimen of therapy […]
Do I Need a Partial or a Total Knee Replacement?
If physical therapy and other nonsurgical options have not helped relieve your knee pain or regain your mobility, knee replacement surgery may be a good option for you. If you are considering knee replacement surgery, you’re not alone. According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, approximately 600,000 people each year in the US […]
