Knee Joint Replacement Surgery in Rajahmundry

Knee Replacement

Knee replacement is also called as knee arthroplasty. It is a surgical operation to replace the weight-bearing surfaces of the knee joint to eliminate pain and disability. It is more commonly done for osteoarthritis and additionally for different knee disorders like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. Knee replacement surgery is the most common replacement treatment which is seen in many people. Universal Hospitals is the best knee replacement hospitals in Rajahmundry with the best doctors who can also provide relive for the for knee pain in Rajahmundry.

Knee replacement generally takes 1 to 2 hours where the orthopaedic doctor in Rajahmundry takes out the damaged cartilage and bone from the knee. Then the doctor connects metal implants to the ends of the thigh and calf bones. A plastic spacer goes among the metal pieces and enables the new joint pass easily.

Signs that indicate it might be time for a knee replacement:

• Your pain persists or recurs over time.
• Your knee pains during and after workouts.
• You're no longer as mobile as you used to be.
• Medication and using a cane aren't giving enough relief.
• Your knee stiffens up from sitting in a car or a movie theater.