Knee
Pain
When To Consider A Surgery???
Knee
pain can be caused by a sudden injury, an overuse injury, or by an
underlying condition, such as arthritis. Treatment will vary
depending on the cause.
You'll only need a knee replacement if your knee
gives you pain,stiffness or loss of function that affects your daily
life and activities. Your orthopaedic surgeon will be able to advise
you on the surgical options and on the potential pros and cons of
having or delaying surgery.
When To Consider A Surgery???
Knee
replacement surgery may help you if other arthritis treatments
don't work and you have any of the following:
- Limited ability to walk
- Inability to get in or out of a chair
- A bowing in or out of the knee
- Moderate to severe pain when resting
Knee replacement surgery
Your new knee will continue to improve for as much
as two years after your operation. You'll need to restore your
muscles through exercise and pay attention to any problems such as:
stiffness pain infection. You’ll also need to take care in the
first few weeks when moving around and doing household jobs so that
you don’t damage your new knee. You'll need to use crutches for a
few weeks to reduce the risk of falling.
Keep on Moving
To
make the most of your new knee, you should follow your doctor's
instructions about physical activity in the weeks after the surgery.
It’s a serious decision and it’s important
to make the right choices. This guide provides you with the
information you need to engage in a serious and productive
conversation with a surgeon and discuss your surgical options.
Kamalnayan
Bajaj Hospital provides Knee
replacement surgery at affordable cost.
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