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Factors for Consideration
鈥?The most common reason for knee replacement is knee pain from osteoarthritis
鈥?Other reasons for knee replacement are Rheumatoid Arthritis & Post Trauma Arthritis
鈥?Age Jarvis Landry Jersey , Obesity, Sedentary lifestyle and Diabetes are the key risk factors
鈥?People who are unable to walk, sleep during nights or perform daily activities due to pain are ideal candidates
鈥?Knee replacements typically last up to 20 years or even more
鈥?Damaged area of the Knee is considered for replacement and not the entire knee always
鈥?Surgeon will suggest the need for replacement according to the severity and disability
鈥?Before proceeding with knee replacement Odell Beckham Jr Jersey , surgeon may suggest alternative options such as Physical therapy, Oral Medications, PRP Therapy Jim Brown Jersey , Hyaluronic Acid Injections, Knee Arthroscopy, Knee osteotomy and Weight Loss.


Total Knee Replacement:


鈥?Counselling from Multidisciplinary Team
o Educating the patient on need for the surgery Bernie Kosar Jersey , advantages and possible complications
o Counselling patient on precautions and medical advises to be followed before and after surgery
o Counselling on the need for adherence to Medication, Diet, Exercise and abstinence from alcohol and smoking
o Explaining all the available surgical options for correcting the knee pain
o Enlightening sessions on replacement materials available and their pros and cons
o Educating on home safety and personal or adaptive equipment requirements
o Explaining Dos and Don鈥檛s that need to be followed just before the day as well as on the day of surgery
o Providing details on the types of Anaesthesia options that can be elected for the surgery


鈥?Pre-surgery Evaluations:


o Medical History evaluation
o Physical evaluation to understand the pain severity Cheap Cleveland Browns T-Shirts , leg functionality & alignment
o Imaging-1 鈥?X- Ray, provides the details on extent of damage and deformity (long leg view)
o Imaging-2 鈥?MRI, may be advised to understand the extent of cartilage involvement.
o Electrical Activity 鈥?Electrocardiogram (ECG)
o Complete blood profile including typing and coagulation panel testing is performed
o Urine Analysis & Metabolic Panel.


鈥?Surgery:
o Entire knee joint including knee cap is replaced with metal-plastic prosthetic parts
o Total Knee replacement surgery typically takes 1 to 2 hours for completion in the Operation Theatre
o The surgery is performed under general or local anaesthesia or nerve block depending on the patient鈥檚 health status and standards of practice
o 6 to 10inch long incision is made to access the knee joint. Different incision including muscle
o Knee cap is moved out of position and resurfaced on the lower side to fix a new prosthetic surface
o Damaged cartilage is removed from the bone ends and resurfaced to fit-in the metal 鈥損lastic knee prosthetic
o Prosthetic metal surfaces are fixed in place firmly using with bone cement 鈥?PMMA or without by press fit approach on resurfaced Femur and Tibia
o A plastic spacer is inserted between the prosthetic parts to enable smooth gliding during knee movement
o The incision is closed once the surgeon ensures that the objective of the surgery is achieved in terms of required motion

鈥?Post-Surgery 鈥?@ Hospital Care:
o The patient is monitored and stabilised after the surgery; and provided with medication to support quick recovery without infections and surgery complications
o To avoid deep vein thrombosis in the operated leg Cheap Cleveland Browns Hoodies , compression socks or boots are used
o Physiotherapy will be initiated in the hospital 24hrs after the surgery
o You may also be provided with a continuous passive motion machine (CPM) to restore early range of motion


鈥?Post-Surgery 鈥揁Home Care Dos and Don鈥檛s:
o Wash the incision with water and soap followed by gentle drying; never let the wound soak for long
o Rubbing the incision area or applying non-medicated creams or lotions should be avoided
o Keep needy things accessible in home and also in wash room
o Make necessary arrangements in the bathroom to avoid slips and falls
o Medications prescribed should be adhered strictly
o Sit, walk and exercise just as directed by the surgeon and physical trainer
o Consult your surgeon before start driving even after complete recovery
o Wear compression stocking for 4 to 5weeks
o Take support with cane, walker Customized Cleveland Browns Jersey , crutches or someone鈥檚 help for walking and climbing stairs
o Take necessary measures in terms of diet and activities to maintain healthy weight
o Do not carry extra weights in your hand, instead use a back pack and keep your hands free for holding on to a support and maintain balance
o Keep the surgeon informed any kind of discomfort and enquire if hospital visit is needed
o Talk to the surgeon if you are planning to get any other procedure during recovery period


鈥?Post-Surgery 鈥揊ollow-up Care:
o Wound closure devices like staples are taken off after 2 to 3weeks after the surgery
o Seek medical attention for complications that are causing discomfort, illness or delay in the recovery process


鈥?When to call your Surgeon or Hospital:
o Fever of 100.4掳F or higher
o Shivering chills
o Pain or swelling in the calf or leg
o An increase in knee pain
o Unusual redness Cheap Cleveland Browns Jerseys , heat, or drainage at the incision site
o Chest pain
o Trouble breathing


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