Total Knee Arthroplasty
The primary function of arthroplasty is to
restore the normal balance within a joint, and allow a
more functional gait or motion. The goal is a less painful
joint with a more fluid range of motion. Roughly 96% of
arthroplasty patients get pain relief. See the
examples below of the possibilities from primary joints to
revision joints. All joints are designed with the patient's
functional demands, and the various brands all have potential
benefits.
Post operative care includes physical
therapy to regain the motion, strength, and coordination in
the extremities. Pain medication will be used short term.
Anticoagulation therapy may be used and various options
include, aspirin, warfarin(coumadin), LMWH's, and these
may be different for each person depending on health
issues and insurance coverage.