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What is Computer-Assisted Knee Surgery?

Computers have been assisting surgeons in the operating room since the 1980s. Today approximately 7% of all joint replacement surgeries are completed with the aid of computer navigation technology. Similar to the GPS in your car, these devices guide surgeons to precisely position the components of a knee replacement. These tools can help surgeons decide […]

Total Knee Replacement: A Breakdown of Costs

Total knee replacement surgeries are effective at easing the pain and dysfunction of arthritis which can limit a person’s ability to work and to enjoy leisure activities. Doing simple daily activities like going up and down stairs or putting on socks and shoes become difficult. Research has shown the benefits of total knee replacement surgery […]

What Are Knee Replacements Made Of?

Knee replacement surgery involve replacing the worn-out bone and cartilage lining your knee joint with new implants that are composed of materials such as ceramic, metal and plastic. Over the last two decades, the number of total knee replacements being performed each year has steadily increased in the United States. Accompanying this boom in surgery has […]

Setting Expectations with Your Surgeon

Total knee replacements have improved the quality of life for millions of people worldwide by relieving pain, restoring function, and improving motion previously effected by arthritis and other joint conditions. People with successful knee replacements are able to stand, walk, rest, and participate in recreational activities with little pain. While some people would be satisfied […]

Allergic or Sensitive to Metal

If you are allergic or sensitive to metal, then it is important to alert your surgeon prior to having knee replacement surgery. The most common metal allergy is nickel, which is found in very small quantities in knee implants. While up to 14% of people will have some reaction to certain metal allergy tests, metal allergy […]

Home Therapy Exercises Before Knee Replacement

Exercising Before Surgery Low-impact exercises help to relieve stiffness and pain associated with an arthritic joint. Exercising before surgery will help strengthen your muscles in addition to getting you mentally ready for the recovery process by familiarizing you with some common exercises after surgery. The American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) have outlined […]

Decreasing Your Risk of Infection

Infection is a difficult problem that affects one out of 100 people after knee replacement surgery. If your knee joint becomes infected after surgery, it usually means additional surgery will be needed to treat the infection. It also means, your results will not be as good as they could be. Your overall health is very […]

Choosing the Right Knee Surgeon for You

Choosing the right surgeon to perform your knee replacement is important, and it can be a daunting task. There are several ways to find a surgeon who is right for you. A personal referral from your primary care doctor or friends and family that have experience with knee replacement are a few possibilities. Another form […]

Anesthesia Options in Total Knee Arthroplasty

What Types of Anesthesia Options are Available? Knee replacement surgery are highly successful procedures designed to reduce pain and improve function for patients. Anesthesia during surgery and pain control after surgery are essential to maximizing outcomes and the patient experience. This requires a team approach with the surgeon and the anesthesiologist working together with the […]

It is Important to Stop Smoking Before Knee Replacement

“Doctor, I’m ready to have my knee replacement surgery, but I’m a smoker. Is it safe for me to continue smoking and have my surgery?” Joint replacement surgeons often hear this question in their offices. Quitting smoking is one of the most critical things to do in preparation for knee replacement surgery so that your […]