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| The Goals of Total Knee Replacement | ||
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Total knee replacement is one of the
most successful of all surgical procedures, and a virtual medical miracle.
Prior to the development of total knee replacement technology, patients
with advanced arthritis of the knee suffered from chronic pain and loss of
functional independence. Following total knee replacement, more than 90%
of patients have no pain, or only slight pain, and their walking is no
longer limited by their knee. Most patients can live a full and
independent life. The goals of total knee replacement are, in order of priority: 1. pain relief 2. standing and walking that is not limited by the knee 3. improved knee motion 4. improved knee strength Total knee replacement is major surgery, which usually involves a 3-4 day stay in the hospital and a period of rehabilitation which takes about 3 months. A team of health professionals will work with you to guide your recovery, but you are the most important member of the team! We believe that an informed patient is the best ally in achieving success with total knee replacement surgery. Please read this booklet carefully. Share it with your family and friends. The information will guide you in preparing for surgery and it will give you insight into how to maximize your recovery from knee replacement surgery and enjoy many years of painless knee function. | ||
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Total Hip Replacement | ||
| Total
Knee Replacement | ||
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The Goals of TKR | ||
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What is Arthritis? |
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Knee Anatomy |
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Articular Cartilage |
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| - What is
TKR? |
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| - Alternatives to
TKR |
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| - Risks and Potential
Complications |
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| - Limitations of
TKR Technology |
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| - Planning for Your
Surgery |
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| - The Day of Surgery and
Postoperative Course |
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| - How Long Does Total Knee
Surgery Last? And Then What? |
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| - Conclusion |
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| Arthroscopy |
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| Anterior Cruciate
Ligament Reconstruction |
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Orthes, spol. s r.o., Palackého 481, 756 61 Rožnov p./R., tel.: +420 651 757940-4, Fax: +420 651 620923, e-mail: orthes@orthes.cz |
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ORTHES, spol. s.r.o. 2001
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