Primary Knee Replacement

Primary Knee Replacement, also known as total knee arthroplasty, is a highly effective surgical procedure designed to replace a damaged or diseased knee joint with an artificial prosthesis. This operation is primarily aimed at relieving chronic pain, improving mobility, and restoring the quality of life for patients suffering from severe knee conditions.

Causes for Knee Replacement

• Osteoarthritis: This degenerative joint disease results from the gradual wear and tear of the cartilage cushioning the knee joint. It commonly affects older adults but can also occur in younger individuals due to overuse or injury.
• Rheumatoid Arthritis: An autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system attacks the joint lining, causing pain, swelling, and joint damage.
• Post-Traumatic Arthritis: Arthritis that develops after an injury to the knee, such as fractures, ligament tears, or meniscus damage.
• Avascular Necrosis: A condition caused by the loss of blood supply to the bone, leading to bone death and joint collapse.
• Congenital or Developmental Disorders: Structural abnormalities in the knee joint present from birth or developed during growth can lead to joint damage over time.
• Inflammatory Arthritis: Includes a group of diseases causing joint inflammation, such as psoriatic arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis.