Losing weight can often improve knee pain. But if you have these symptoms, you may want to consider a more aggressive treatment: knee replacement surgery. After knee replacement surgery, pain goes away for as many as percent of younger patients. If your arthritis is making it difficult for you to walk, sleep, and go to work, this may be a sign you need to think about knee replacement surgery.
Do you have a painful, stiff, swollen knee? Total knee replacement surgery removes much of the damaged, inflamed tissue inside your knee that causes stiffness and swelling. If your leg is deformed because of an injury or if you were born with a deformity, surgery may be a good option.
Knee replacement surgery can repair deformed knee joints and help them work normally again. Most knee pain gets worse when you use your knee while walking, running, or exercising. During knee replacement surgery, your surgeon will remove all or part of your knee joint and will replace damaged portions with an artificial joint.
This artificial joint can correct your leg if it bows in our out. Your doctor will listen to your concerns and symptoms, ask questions about your medical history, lifestyle and goals, and work with you do make a tailored treatment plan. Simply put, the longer you wait to get a knee replacement, the more wear and tear you put on your knees — and the longer you live with increasing pain, stiffness or mobility issues.
But there are a few other things to consider, including:. The average age of someone who gets a knee replacement is about 70 years old. However, some people decide to get knee replacement surgery as young as There are several reasons younger people may opt for a knee replacement, particularly those who are extremely active or athletes.
Getting a knee replacement is a big decision. Make an appointment with an orthopedic doctor. Share It. What matters most to you? Reasons to have knee replacement surgery Reasons not to have knee replacement surgery. I have more bad days than good. I have more good days than bad. I'm worried about needing another surgery later in life.
I'm very worried about problems from surgery. My other important reasons: My other important reasons:. Where are you leaning now? Having knee replacement surgery NOT having knee replacement. What else do you need to make your decision? Check the facts. Yes Sorry, that's not correct. Knee replacement surgery should be considered only when other treatments—such as exercise, medicines, physiotherapy, and a change in your daily activities—haven't worked to ease your symptoms.
No You're right. I'm not sure It may help to go back and read "Get the Facts. Rehabilitation after knee replacement surgery is usually intense and requires daily exercises for several weeks.
No You are right. Yes You are right. Most knee replacement surgeries last for at least 10 years. But some people do need to have another replacement later. No Sorry, that's not right. Decide what's next. Yes No. I'm ready to take action. I want to discuss the options with others. I want to learn more about my options. Your Summary. Your decision Next steps. Your knowledge of the facts Key concepts that you understood.
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Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. Limited by United States law to investigational use. What to Know Before Getting a Knee Replacement Persistent knee pain is frustrating and can impact your happiness and quality of life. An artificial meniscus may soon be available. Know All of Your Treatment Options Your doctor may give you additional or alternate information regarding knee pain and total knee replacement surgery.
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