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How to Relieve Pain After Knee Surgery

If you have had knee replacement surgery, you are probably concerned about discomfort in the days following your surgery. It is important to understand that at some point after surgery, you will experience some level of pain – particularly with activity and physical therapy. Pain may also prevent you from sleeping comfortably at night. There […]

Going Home after Knee Replacement Surgery

“Doctor, Where Will I Go After Surgery?” This is one of the most common questions asked by those planning for a knee replacement surgery. The thought of returning home and managing things yourself can be a source of anxiety for you. You may have concerns about getting around in your home, preparing meals and bathing. […]

Don’t Take Your New Knee Joint For Granted – Follow Up Care

Hip and knee surgeons are not surprised when someone comes into the office for a problem and find that they had a knee replacement done many years prior without any further follow-up. Many people are unaware that they should follow up with their surgeon as part of the long-term care for knee replacements. Despite most […]

Getting a Good Night’s Sleep After Knee Replacement Surgery

One of the most common complaints after total knee replacement is difficulty sleeping. The most common cause of sleep disruption is pain. It has been reported that more than half of patients wake up with pain after knee replacement. Many factors can affect the quality of sleep after a major surgery including anesthesia-type, narcotic use and discomfort […]

Preventing Infection in Your Knee Replacement at the Dentist’s Office

During a dental procedure, it is possible for bacteria from the mouth, teeth or gums to travel through the bloodstream and settle in an artificial knee. The use of an antibiotic pill prior to dental work has been thought to lower this risk. Orthopedic surgeons have historically recommended the routine use of antibiotics prior to […]

Total Knee Replacement

The first step when making the decision about knee replacement is to meet with your surgeon to see if you are a candidate for total knee replacement surgery. Your surgeon will take your medical history, perform a physical examination, and X-ray your knee. Even if the pain is significant, and the X-rays show advanced arthritis of the joint, the […]

Surgical Options for Knee Arthritis

When non-surgical treatments for knee arthritis fail, you and your doctor may consider  surgery. Learn about which surgical options are optimal for treating osteoarthritis in your  knee. Arthroscopy Arthroscopy involves a surgeon making a small incision in your knee and irrigating and removing loose pieces of cartilage. In the arthritic knee, there is a very limited role for an arthroscopy. […]

The Price to Relieve Pain and Restore Function – Paying for Your Knee Replacement

Knee replacement surgeries are very successful at relieving pain and restoring function. Your surgeon has the skills to perform your knee replacement and the therapist helps you regain motion, strength, balance, and endurance. It can be hard to tell the true cost of a knee replacement. There’s lack of clarity with the billing process. There’s […]

Full vs. Partial Knee Replacement: What’s the difference?

While it may seem appealing to have half of a surgery compared to a full surgery, it is important to understand the differences between a unicompartmental (partial) and a total knee replacement surgery. Each type of knee replacement surgery is unique and has its own outcomes after surgery. The knee is composed of three compartments: […]

When Same-Day Knee Surgery is Right for You

You may know someone who had knee replacement surgery and went home the same day. In the past, knee replacement surgery required a hospital stay lasting several nights. With advances in procedural techniques, anesthesia medications, pain management and rehabilitation, some people can now have a knee replacement surgery without spending a night in the hospital. […]