Total Knee Replacement
Total Knee Replacement (TKR), also known as Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA), is a surgical procedure performed to replace a damaged or worn-out knee joint with an artificial implant. This procedure is typically considered when severe arthritis or significant knee joint damage affects a person's ability to perform daily activities and causes persistent pain that cannot be adequately managed by non-surgical treatments.
During a TKR surgery, the damaged bone and cartilage within the knee joint are removed and replaced with metal and plastic components that replicate the natural movement of the knee. The surgery aims to relieve pain, restore function, and improve the overall quality of life for individuals suffering from advanced arthritis or knee joint degeneration.
Candidates for TKR usually experience symptoms such as:
- Severe pain: Pain that limits activities and persists despite medication or other treatments.
- Joint stiffness: Difficulty in bending or straightening the knee.
- Swelling: Persistent swelling around the knee joint.
- Decreased mobility: Difficulty in walking, climbing stairs, or getting up from a seated position.
