Who are the Candidates for Knee Replacement Surgery ?

Total knee replacement surgery is performed on people suffering from severe arthritic conditions. Most of the people in the world who have artificial knees are over 55 years of age, but this surgery can be performed on younger patients also. The following indications suggest for total knee replacement surgery.

• You have daily pain


• Your pain is severe enough to restrict normal work and ordinary activities of daily living


• You have significant stiffness in your knee joint


• You have significant instability of your knee


• You have significant deformity (bow legs of knock knee)

Preparing for total knee replacement Surgery

Medical Evolution: If you decide to have total knee replacement surgery, you may be asked to have a complete physical check up by your family physician several weeks before surgery to assess your health and to rule out any condition could interface with your surgery.

Tests: Several tests, such as blood samples, a cardiogram, and a urine sample may be needed to help your orthopedic surgeon plan your surgery.

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Preparing Your Skin and Leg: Your knee and leg should not have any skin infection. Your lower leg should not have any chronic swelling. Contact your orthopedic surgeon prior o surgery if either is present for a program to best prepare your skin for surgery.

Blood Donation: You may be advised to donate your own blood prior to the surgery. It will be stored in the event you need blood after your surgery.

Medications: Tell your orthopedic surgeon about the medications you are taking. He or she will tell you which medications you should stop taking and which you should continue to take before surgery.

Dental Evaluation: Although the incidence of infection after knee replacement is very low, and infection can occur if bacteria enter your bloodstream. Treatment of significant dental diseases (including tooth extractions and periodontal work) should be considered before your total knee replacement surgery.

What is hospital stay after Knee Replacement Surgey  ?

• Average hospital stay for 5 to 7 days.


• Immediately after your knee replacement you may place your full weight on your new knee. Doctor will begin your therapy the day of your surgery and emphasize walking, regaining your range of motion and strengthening exercises.


• Transfusions are occasionally needed during or after surgery. Your pain is controlled with injections and later by pain pills. Your discomfort should significantly decrease by the third day and only require pain pills before performing therapy.