When knee pain severely limits your ability to walk, work, or even perform simple activities, knee replacement may be appropriate for you. |
The Knee joint is formed by 3 Bones: the lower end of thee thigh bone (femur), the upper end of the shin bone (tibia), and the knee cap (patela). A smooth lining called cartilage covers the end of the bones and prevents them from rubbing against each other, allowing for flexible and nearly frictionless movement. |
One of the most common causes of knee pain is the wearing away of the joint's cartilage lining. When this happens, the bones rub against each other causing significant pain and swelling - A condition known as osteoarthritis. |
A knee replacement restores the worn surfaces by removing diseased bone-ends and resurfacing them with a combination of metal and plastic components. The new knee allows a natural, gliding motion of the joint. |
