What does a partial knee replacement feel like?
Although you might still have aches and pain from the procedure itself, they will slowly fade over the next few months. After a partial knee replacement, some people experience an occasional twinge of pain now and then. Many patients report that there is no pain at all, and the knee feels perfectly natural.
How successful is a partial knee replacement?
Many studies show that more than 90 percent of partial knee replacements are still functioning well 10 years after the surgery. Other research indicates that patients who have a partial knee replacement on one side and a total knee replacement on the other consistently prefer the partial knee replacement.
What to expect during a partial knee replacement?
Partial knee replacement usually involves minimal blood loss and is associated with a low rate of complications; most patients can expect to be back to their daily activities within three to six weeks.
Who should have a partial knee replacement?
Partial knee replacement is appropriate for patients with arthritis that is confined to a single compartment of the knee and is generally restricted to patients who are not morbidly obese . The surgery is not appropriate for patients with marked stiffness in the knee or those with a significant angular deformity.
When to have a partial knee replacement?
Partial knee replacement is commonly done if you are suffering from severe arthritis in a limited part of your knee. Additionally, it is usually only performed if conservative treatments, such as medication, physical therapy and weight loss, prove to be ineffective.
What is the recovery time for a partial knee replacement?
On average, recovery from full knee replacement surgery may take approximately 8 to 12 weeks. For most patients, recovery from partial knee replacement surgery takes around 6 to 10 weeks.
