What Is Included In An Orthopedic Evaluation?
Knee Replacement Surgery and Its Effect on Your Life
These are questions that are frequently asked by people experiencing knee pain and considering surgery. You will be happy to know that total knee replacement surgery can make a big difference in the amount of pain you are experiencing. It can also help you get back into your life as an active participant. However, it will not perform a miracle on your general quality of life and level of activity and ability.
While total knee replacement surgery is something of a miracle surgery, with more than a 90 percent success rate in terms of reduction of pain and return to ADL (activities of daily living), it is important to keep its potential in perspective and be realistic about what it can do for you. It will not increase your athletic abilities, for example. If you were not a super-star athlete before, you will not be one following knee replacement surgery.
Actually, if you were active in high-impact, strenuous sports before your knee became diseased or damaged, you would be wise not to return to them. To properly care for your knee replacement, you must avoid jogging and stressful, strenuous sports.
Furthermore, you must understand that your knee replacement will be subject to normal wear and tear. Overuse will accelerate this. The plastic cushion may become worn, which in turn will cause your knee replacement to loosen and become painful. For this reason, it is wise to use your knee carefully to protect it and extend its life.
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Here is what happens during an orthopedic evaluation:
A medical history covering your general health condition and the symptoms you are experiencing with your diseased/damaged knee will be taken.
A physical examination including tests to determine your ROM (range of motion) and the stability and strength of your knee and alignment of your leg will be conducted.
Third, the amount of deformity and damage will be assessed using x-ray.
Fourth, a battery of tests will be taken. These may include a bone scan, blood tests, and an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).
Finally, your orthopedic surgeon will review your results and your options with you. You will learn about total knee replacement, alternative surgeries, physical therapy, medication, and injections. Together, you and your orthopedic surgeon will decide on your course of treatment.
At this point, your orthopedic surgeon will also clarify any risks that may be involved in total knee replacement surgery, rehabilitation, and functioning in day-to-day life with a knee replacement. - 17269
These are questions that are frequently asked by people experiencing knee pain and considering surgery. You will be happy to know that total knee replacement surgery can make a big difference in the amount of pain you are experiencing. It can also help you get back into your life as an active participant. However, it will not perform a miracle on your general quality of life and level of activity and ability.
While total knee replacement surgery is something of a miracle surgery, with more than a 90 percent success rate in terms of reduction of pain and return to ADL (activities of daily living), it is important to keep its potential in perspective and be realistic about what it can do for you. It will not increase your athletic abilities, for example. If you were not a super-star athlete before, you will not be one following knee replacement surgery.
Actually, if you were active in high-impact, strenuous sports before your knee became diseased or damaged, you would be wise not to return to them. To properly care for your knee replacement, you must avoid jogging and stressful, strenuous sports.
Furthermore, you must understand that your knee replacement will be subject to normal wear and tear. Overuse will accelerate this. The plastic cushion may become worn, which in turn will cause your knee replacement to loosen and become painful. For this reason, it is wise to use your knee carefully to protect it and extend its life.
Click here for more on evaluating orthopedic injuries .
Here is what happens during an orthopedic evaluation:
A medical history covering your general health condition and the symptoms you are experiencing with your diseased/damaged knee will be taken.
A physical examination including tests to determine your ROM (range of motion) and the stability and strength of your knee and alignment of your leg will be conducted.
Third, the amount of deformity and damage will be assessed using x-ray.
Fourth, a battery of tests will be taken. These may include a bone scan, blood tests, and an MRI (magnetic resonance imaging).
Finally, your orthopedic surgeon will review your results and your options with you. You will learn about total knee replacement, alternative surgeries, physical therapy, medication, and injections. Together, you and your orthopedic surgeon will decide on your course of treatment.
At this point, your orthopedic surgeon will also clarify any risks that may be involved in total knee replacement surgery, rehabilitation, and functioning in day-to-day life with a knee replacement. - 17269
About the Author:
Dr. Tarlow is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon with over 20 years specializing in knee surgery. He opened his own clinic, Advanced Knee Care, with a focus on specialty patient care. Click here to learn more about Dr. Tarlow, knee surgeries and anterior cruciate ligament surgery.
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