Basics of Surgery for Arthritis.
Last updated Thursday, December 30, 2004
Knee surgerySurgical options for the knee The knee supports a lot of weight and is subject to lifelong
demands. It is prone to injury because of its exposed position and the
stress it must bear.
For a painful knee that has not improved through therapy, the
orthopedic surgeon can offer a number of surgical procedures. They
include arthroscopy, synovectomy, osteotomy, and total joint
replacement. All of these offer relief from pain, and joint replacement
can improve both stability and mobility. Both cemented and non-cemented
components are now available. Credits Some of this material may also be available in an Arthritis Foundation
brochure. Contact the Washington/Alaska Chapter Helpline: (800)
542-0295. If dialing from outside of WA and AK, contact the National
Helpline: (800) 283-7800.
Adapted from the pamphlet originally prepared for the Arthritis
Foundation by John Lavorgna, MD, Jeffrey T. Nugent, MD, G. James
Sammarco, MD, and Leo Whiteside, MD. This material is protected by
copyright. Disclaimer
This resource has been provided by the University of Washington Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine as general information only. This information may not apply to a specific patient. Additional information may be found at http://www.orthop.washington.edu or by contacting the UW Department of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine.
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