A total knee replacement is really a cartilage replacement with an artificial surface. The knee itself is not replaced, as is commonly thought, but rather an artificial substitute for the cartilage is inserted on the end of the bones. This is typically done with a metal alloy on the femur and plastic spacer on the tibia and kneecap (patella). This creates a new, smooth cushion and a functioning joint that does not hurt.
Total knee replacement surgeries have a high success rate. Nearly 95% of the patients experience relief from hip pain almost immediately after the surgery. Though the surgery is quite safe it has a minute risk of infections and some other common risks. We at Shalby Hospital have advanced technologies that help us minimize the infection risks and give good success rates. Also, our team of experienced doctors and surgeons will guide you about the other common risk factors and how to avoid them. Our team helps us become one of the best orthopedic hospital in Ahemdabad.
