What is Knee Replacement?

A complete knee replacement is a surgical treatment that involves replacing the damaged knee joint with an artificial one. The knee is a hinge joint that allows movement at the intersection of the thigh and the lower leg. At the knee joint, the thigh bone (or femur) meets the big bone of the lower leg (tibia).

Knee replacement surgery is most commonly performed by the best knee replacement surgeon(s) in Delhi to treat severe pain caused by osteoarthritis. Walking, climbing stairs, and getting in and out of chairs are all common issues for those who need knee replacement surgery. Some people have knee discomfort even while they are at rest.

The end of the femur bone is removed and replaced with a metal casing during a complete knee replacement. Also removed is the lower leg bone, which is replaced with a channeled plastic component with a metal stem. A plastic "button" may also be placed under the kneecap surface, depending on the state of the kneecap region of the knee joint. The prosthesis refers to the prosthetic components of a complete knee replacement.

The posterior cruciate ligament is a tissue that typically stabilizes either side of the knee joint, preventing the lower leg from sliding backward against the thigh bone. This ligament is either preserved, sacrificed, or replaced with a polyethylene post in total knee replacement surgery. Each of these total knee replacement ideas has its own set of advantages and disadvantages.