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Patients with severe knee osteoarthritis who suffer from chronic pain and limited mobility that interferes with daily life may be considered for total knee replacement (TKA). This procedure helps restore joint function and improves mobilityShape

Partial knee replacement involves removing and replacing only the damaged compartments of the knee. Partial knee replacement surgery is also referred to as uni-compartmental knee replacement. Only a piece of the knee is resurfaced with metal and medical grade plastic components in uni-compartmental knee replacement. For individuals whose illness is restricted to only one part of the knee, this technique serves as an alternative to complete knee replacement. 

Meniscus repair is performed for patients who suffer from injuries to the meniscus, often caused by falls or repetitive knee movements that lead to tearing. The procedure helps restore the function of the meniscus, reduce pain, and prevent the progression to osteoarthritis in the long term.

Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) injection is a treatment option for patients with early-stage knee osteoarthritis or knee joint injuries. The method involves using the patient’s own highly concentrated platelets to stimulate the growth of new cells and repair damaged tissues, helping to restore joint strength and function.

Early-stage knee osteoarthritis often presents with stiffness, discomfort, or intermittent pain and swelling. Symptoms typically improve with rest but worsen with increased joint use. Hyaluronic acid injection is a suitable treatment for early osteoarthritis, enhancing joint lubrication and reducing the friction that causes pain.

A total hip replacement involves replacing the ball and socket of the hip joint. A prosthetic head on a shaft is used to replace the femoral head, and a synthetic joint surface is used to line the acetabulum surface. The average surgical operation lasts between one to two hours. How closely you adhere to the home care recommendations provided by your Orthopedic surgeon in the initial weeks following surgery will have a significant impact on the outcome of your procedure. 

Repeated hip-loading activities—such as frequent stair climbing, heavy lifting, or repeated squatting—combined with conditions like osteoporosis or trauma, can accelerate hip joint degeneration. In cases where damage is localized, such as a femoral neck fracture or partial hip deterioration, partial hip replacement can help relieve pain and restore mobility.

Patients experiencing shoulder stiffness, limited arm elevation, or deep pain inside the shoulder—especially when reaching, combing hair, or putting on clothes—may be facing rotator cuff tear-related issues. In some severe cases, patients cannot lift their arm at all, even though the arm muscles appear normal. This condition is often caused by a severe rotator cuff tear along with degenerative changes in the shoulder joint, which may result from aging, repetitive shoulder use, or injury. Reverse shoulder arthroplasty has become a promising treatment option to restore mobility and reduce pain in such cases.