Knee Replacement – Will I Set Off Metal Detectors in Airports?
If the implant used for your knee replacement has metal, it may set off the metal detectors in airports. It’s always recommended to tell the security officer that you …
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Partial vs. Total Knee Replacement
Nearly 600,000 people each year find themselves needing knee replacement surgery, and if you are one of those patients, you may have questions about which is the right procedure …
When Can I Walk After A Knee Replacement Surgery?
After a total knee replacement you’ll start standing and walking on your new knee almost immediately as most surgeons and hospitals today emphasize getting you out of bed quickly. …
Total Knee Replacement – Will I Need General Anesthesia?
While general anesthesia is a safe option, both hip and knee replacements can be performed under regional anesthesia. Regional anesthesia is analgesic medication administered in a deliberate way around …
Total Knee Replacement – Physical Therapy
Most people who have had a total knee replacement require outpatient physical therapy following surgery. When you go to outpatient physical therapy you can expect to visit a clinic …
Restrictions After Total Knee Replacement Surgery
Restrictions after total knee replacement should always be discussed with your surgeon. You may expect your lifestyle to be a lot like it was before surgery, and you are …
Knee Replacement Recovery Time
A lot of factors play into how quickly you can recover from a knee replacement. These factors include your genetics, your overall health, current activity level, severity of the …
Total Knee Replacement Post Operative Recovery Video Journal
Patients considering a total knee arthroplasty or replacement are naturally nervous and anxious about the recovery process. A total knee replacement is an invasive surgery that involves manipulation …
Total Knee Replacement Top 5 Questions
In a primary total knee replacement, the surfaces of the femur, tibia, and patella are replaced with metal and plastic implants. (The patellar component is not shown here). …