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Knee Replacement is a common surgery used to relieve severe pain in the knee due to degeneration, osteoarthritis or injury.
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Fast Facts:
- Also known as Knee Arthroplasty
- An operation where they replace damaged cartilage and bone with man made plastic or metal components
- Partial knee replacement is much less evasive than total
- According to the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), "blood clots in the leg veins are the most common complication of knee replacement surgery"
- According to the AAOS, "complications and risks are low with knee replacement surgery"
- After knee replacement, you will no longer be able to do such things as jogging or high impact activities
Disclaimer: The content in this page is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Please contact your doctor for information on Knee Replacement.
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Knee Replacement Questions
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What can i do to reduce my Knee Pain ? 3 AnswersI tore up my knees pretty bad when I was younger. Between football and martial arts, I fairly shredded them...so I have some constant pain. Please bear in mind ... read more -
What is wrong with my knee? 3 AnswersI am not a doctor, but I do work with cancer patients. I think that you are understandably freaking out. Anytime a patient hears tumor, I don't care if it is ... read more -
What can I do for this knee pain? 6 AnswersI am a freelance writer and lately I've been writing about and researching knee pain a lot. This is the jist of what I've learned: Orthotics - Placing an o... read more -
What is the best knee replacement for a nickel sensitive patient? 2 AnswersSmith & Nephew Orthopeadics offers knee (and hip) replacement products made from a propritary material called Oxinium. It's combines the strength of metal ... read more
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Knee Replacement Forums and Blogs
- Topix: Knee Replacement Forum
- BoneSmart: Knee Replacement Forum
- WebMDblog: Arthritis Relief and Joint Replacement
- Dr. William Barrett's Blog: Total Knee Replacement, The Basics - What Happens Before Surgery?
- Radio Blog: Lessons for Those Facing a Total Knee Replacement
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