Procedure of Knee Replacement Surgery
Persistent knee pain can start to slowly creep into your life, turning a usual walk upstairs or downstairs into mountain climbing, and even getting out of bed can be a painful ordeal. When medicines, physiotherapy and injections fail to provide relief, doctors recommend Knee Replacement Surgery in Ahmedabad as a permanent solution that lets you move the way you want to. But the top-most question in most patients’ minds is: What exactly goes on while the surgery is taking place? So let’s break it down, no medical jargon needed.
What Is Knee Replacement Surgery?
Knee replacement is a surgical procedure in which the damaged or worn-out compartments of the knee are removed and replaced with artificial components. Here's how these implants are meant to act like nature's knee and clear out the pain from arthritis, an injury or joint wear and tear.
The aim is straightforward: alleviate pain, enhance movement and facilitate your comfortable return to normal daily activities.
Orthopaedists classify the fractures according to :
Is It Really Time for Surgery?
Knee replacement is usually not recommended except when
- - No relief from knee pain, even at rest
- - Cannot walk or climb stairs without difficulty
- - When you try to bend them or straighten them, they feel really stiff in my knees
- - Painkillers and physiotherapy stop working
A good orthopaedic surgeon will review your X-rays, possibly MRI (if warranted), medical history and lifestyle before making the recommendation for surgery.
Before the Big Day: Getting Surgery-Ready
You’ll have a pre-surgery evaluation before your procedure that might consist of :
- - Blood tests and ECG
- - Chest X-ray
- - Review of other medical history, such as diabetes or blood pressure
Your doctor will also discuss the type of implant, anaesthesia options, recovery expectations and potential risks so you can be fully informed and confident in whatever.
Surgery Process! What Happens Inside the OT?
Ready to know about the knee surgery process, from start to finish?
Anaesthesia – No, You Won’t Feel Anything
You will get either spinal or general anaesthesia so that you are comfortable and pain-free during your surgery.
Cleaning Out the Damage
The surgeon then trims bone and cartilage from the knee joint. It is a crucial step in establishing a smooth surface for the implant.
Fitting the New Knee Parts
Metal components are placed on the femur and tibia. Interleaved with these is a precision spacer of high-quality plastic to provide free action.
Final Checks
The alignment, stability and motion have to be checked by the surgeon before closing with stitches or staples.
It generally takes the whole procedure 1-2 hours, according to complexity.
Partial vs. Total Knee Replacement: Which Is Right for You?
Partial Knee Replacement : The diseased portion of the knee is removed and replaced. Suitable for limited arthritis.
Total Knee Replacement : This surgery is considered a ‘Total Knee Replacement’ in which all the surfaces of the joint are replaced with synthetic ones. Recommended when damage is extensive.
Your surgeon will decide (mentally and treatment-wise, according to severity, age or activity level and life goals in your life) the best suitable option for you.
Post-Surgery: The Real Work Begins
Recovery begins 24 hours after the surgery.
What to Expect :
- - Stand and walk with assistance on the day of surgery or the following day
- - Guided physiotherapy to regain movement
- - Pain managed with medications
Recovery time may affect the length of stay, 3–5 days for most patients.
Recovery Timeline: How Long Till Life Feels Normal Again?
- 1-2 weeks post-operative : Decreasing pain and swelling
- 4–6 weeks : Getting around independently is less of an effort
- 3 months : Great Strength and Flexibility Increased
- 6 months : You are comfortable doing most daily activities.
Regular physiotherapy is a key part of any post-surgical recovery – no shortcuts on this one!
Is Knee Replacement Surgery Safe? Let’s Talk Trust
Together with the help of modern technology, well-experienced surgeons and advanced implants, knee surgery now has a high success rate. When performed by trained orthopaedics, according to international guidelines, complications are uncommon.
- - Selecting a reliable hospital and doctor also guarantees that :
- - Evidence-based treatment
- - Sterile surgical environment
- - Transparent communication
- - Proper follow-up care
Life After Knee Replacement: Is It Worth It?
Most patients report :
- - Long-term pain relief
- - Better mobility
- - Improved sleep
Knee replacements last for 15 to 20 years and hopefully longer, so the operation is an investment in future mobility and comfort.
Final Thoughts: One Step Closer to Pain-Free Living
Knowledge of what happens during knee replacement surgery can help take away the mystery and consolidate your confidence. If you have knee pain that is preventing you from leading the life you want, Dr Viraj Patel, a specialist in orthopaedics at Aarunya Hospital, can help take your first step toward a more active, pain-free lifestyle.
So, if you’re in the market for knee replacement, don’t wait; early evaluation often means better outcomes and an easier recovery.
Take the first step today. Your knees will thank you.
